While white kitchens still reign supreme in many homes, colorful cooking spaces have made a major comeback. Miles away from the neutral spaces so many of us are used to, these spaces aren't afraid to embrace color. Take a... more »
‘‘There are no bad colors, just bad color combinations," said one of my interior design mentors many years ago. At first I disagreed with him, since there's a certain shade of brown-mustard yellow that I definitely wouldn't want slathered all over... more »
Sure, you chose your color palette wisely, doing your kitchen up in smart, timeless and sophisticated neutrals. But now those planes of ecru, ivory and ice are feeling a little ho-hum, and you're ready to add some personality. Keep the sophistication... more »
This 64-square-foot kitchen in Melbourne might not be terribly small, but it certainly felt that way with a big swinging door and massive brick wall blocking off any open space. The couple who live here wanted to reveal the room's potential, and hired... more »
Having survived several remodels over 100-plus years, this farmhouse had little of the original kitchen left. The new owners tore through the mishmash of styles and gave the kitchen a fresh start. Architect Robert Ross used vibrant colors and natural... more »
Lu-in Wang and her husband, Dave Herring, needed some drastic changes to perk up their dark and neglected Pittsburgh home. They replaced old windows, then tackled the dim and dated kitchen, working with architect Mary... more »
We tend to associate green with nature, renewal and youthfulness, making it a fantastic color choice for a kitchen. Bright, crisp greens such as lime or leafy green give a kitchen a fun, energetic, modern vibe. Or add some yellow to a light green, and... more »
We have all seen homeowners transform their kitchens incredibly on a dime by simply repainting the existing kitchen cabinets and swapping out hardware. You may be itching for your own kitchen makeover now that you know how little it takes. White and wood... more »
If your idea of bliss is a weekend spent relaxing seaside or poolside in a warm, sunny place, consider bringing that tranquil vibe into your kitchen with blue. Whether you opt for a fun watery turquoise or a more formal deep and dark navy, there are many... more »
An oceanfront view serves as the backdrop for this colorful kitchen. Set on the shore in Rockport, Massachusetts, the house incorporates the traditional materials of New England and beach influences, but the kitchen has a bold red-orange island to contrast... more »
Red represents love, life, power and passion in many cultures. A stimulating color that can raise one's blood pressure and increase one's appetite, red is a great choice for an accent color in the kitchen. For those who want to go big and bold, it can... more »
An outdoor setting as stunning as this warrants an equally stunning kitchen. This Scandinavian-inspired kitchen is set on Lake Tashmoo, on the northern coast of Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts. Elizabeth... more »
If you like the layout of your existing kitchen and your cabinets are in good shape, painting them can be a smart way to go. Another budget-friendly route is to purchase and install new cabinet boxes (or "carcasses," as I've heard them called fondly)... more »
If you are itching to change up the look of your kitchen but a full remodel is not to be, there are still plenty of ways to punch up your space with refreshing color and bold details. From painted ceilings,... more »
"This family is not afraid of color," says interior designer Alison Glen. An apple-green countertop might scare off some homeowners, but this family of four in Venice, California,... more »