Anyone who is in a moment of renewing their home or starting from scratch to design it will definitely need to pay close attention to colors: these will define the atmosphere of the home more than anything else.
Let’s take the kitchen as an example: a central point of the house that must be built and furnished following specific criteria to make it not only beautiful but also functional. Whatever the style and type of furniture the owner chooses, there are some materials and colors that never go out of fashion and help create an environment that is sophisticated yet welcoming.
What colors to use for your kitchen?
One of the first questions that comes up when renovating or building a kitchen is the color of the furniture and accessories: if each element doesn’t have a color that harmonizes with the others, there’s a risk of creating an unpleasantly chaotic effect.
One of the most classic colors, often used for both wall paint and kitchen furniture, is white in all its shades. This tone is highly appreciated because it allows for pairing accessories and appliances of any kind – generally white – and, being a neutral color, it enables various combinations.
Terracotta floors and white kitchen
And the floor? Optimal aesthetic performance, resistance to time and trends, make handmade terracotta the ideal material for kitchen flooring (not only for masonry kitchens: there are indeed various ideas and solutions for terracotta kitchens). Furthermore, terracotta pairs wonderfully with the color white: it provides an excellent neutral base that highlights the beauty of a terracotta floor while simultaneously giving the feeling of larger spaces.
How to choose the style for your kitchen?
Another very important choice is the style. Fortunately, the “white + terracotta” combination virtually fits any aesthetic and it won’t be hard to find furniture in these shades. For those still in love with past atmospheres (or needing to renovate a kitchen in a rustic home), it’s recommended to opt for country-style furniture with darker details or decorations typical of American ranches. Those with a more modern vision can choose furniture with a clean, simple design.
The arrangement of furniture and appliances in the kitchen.
Not just the oven and stove: all the accessory elements can become true style features! A microwave, if it has a modern and balanced design, can be an element that enlivens a classic environment. The coffee machine is now, as we know, almost a design object: unique shapes and a wide range of colors make it an accessory to match with the rest of the kitchen.
Table and chairs? Wood, if you want a more rustic environment. But in the “white + terracotta” combination envisioned with a modern twist, the central table can be in a different shade of white, or in a contrasting pastel (which pairs well with the terracotta floor for interiors, if chosen carefully). The chairs should either match the color of the floor or enhance it by contrast: in the first case, it’s still possible to choose small decorations – like cushions – in a different color to create a slight visual break and make the entire space more lively.
