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Kitchen Decorating Themes

Choosing a Style That Suits You

Choosing kitchen decorating themes can be a challenge!

because of the expectation that a kitchen must be functional and attractive. Some styles lend themselves more easily to this combination than others; some are just simply impractical.

Some styles include crisp and curvey European, cheerful farmhouse, simple shaker, colorful contemporary or moccha minimalist.

Color is the most vital element in any room's decoration, giving an immediate ambience and life. Other important features include the textures and materials of surfaces and joinery.

You can, with little effort but careful planning, design a kitchen that is both functional and stunning while catering for your individual needs.

Some distinctive kitchen decorating themes :

colorful contemporary - simple, strong lines and bright fresh colors, including bright white. Stainless steel and chrome for hardware for doors doors. Dinnerware is brightly colored. Cool contemporary uses jade and mist colors, aubergine and aqua, coffee and terracotta.

shabby chic - sourced from flea markets, antique shops and auction rooms. Paint is cheerful and accessories are eclectic, but well combined. Washes are often used over timber.

industrial chic - stainless steel is used giving a stern and commanding look. Suited to vast warehouses and urban kitchens with minimal clutter. Emphasis is on function.

modern minimalist - smooth flat surfaces, white china, use of glass for light and space, stainless steel and chrome. White, cream, blond wood and unbleached linen.

simple shaker - a sought after form of decoration due to emphasis on beautiful wood grain finishes, and elegant furniture. Simple, and plain textures with little other decoration.

cheerful farmhouse - a classic look from Mediterranean and early America. Lots of wooden furniture, large cooking range, scrubbed floorboards, brick and flagstones. Warm and inviting.

cool European - grey washes on pine furniture, red and white gingham curtains and plain tableware. A reticent but friendly, comfortable look.

Choose whichever beautiful style you wish, but remember to consider availability, budget, functionality and relationship to the rest of your home's decor.

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