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What should I do?

12 years ago
We redid this kitchen 2 years ago. Believe it or not it was a last minute decision to redo it. We had the contractors here doing other work, they weren't busy at the time. We decided to just go for it. For the most part in like how it came out. I am a minimalist at heart and I like it's simplicity.

I guess what I want to know from you guys is, do you think it has enough going on? Should I put in a backsplash? I have a full length piece of frosted glass behind the stove, so it wouldn't be serving a practical purpose, just esthetic. Just wanted to know if you guys have any ideas to tweak it in a new direction. The first pic is the after. Thanks!

Comments (25)

  • 12 years ago
    the island is bulky and the ceiling above empty.. balance both by adding in pendant lights of your choice
    tomda thanked razlam
  • 12 years ago
    I agree that a couple of pendant lights would look good. I might just paint the wall over the counter the same color as the island.
    tomda thanked groveraxle
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    last modified: 12 years ago
    I'd like to see some other color. I think I would add a warm contrast color for paint on the walls and backsplash. The color would show behind the frosted glass. Grab a color from furnishings and fabrics in other rooms. A warm color will liven the space and be inviting.
    tomda thanked LB Interiors
  • 12 years ago
    Thanks guys, the wall actually is the same color as the island. I guess I got that part right, it does look different in the pic. I really like how those pendants look. Thanks a lot for doing that for me :)
  • 12 years ago
    LB, I would like to see another color too. I was kicking around a medium orange color. The rest of my house is very neutral too. The only other colors I have are tan, and a very pale blue. I'm a little color phobic, but trying to get over it.
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    last modified: 12 years ago
    How about a soft tangerine? It would be safer than a medium orange : ) That would wet the appetite and be warm, inviting and fresh. It would be safer color for you.
    tomda thanked LB Interiors
  • 12 years ago
    I like your layout. Agree about pendant lights...go for funky ( not boring) lights! Tangerine color would be amazing! Or maybe a soft turquoise?
    tomda thanked beachlily
  • 12 years ago
    My barstools are a kind of yellow color. They are wood, but yellowish. Would tangerine go with them? Or would turquoise be a better choice? Should I do color in the pendants too, or just a funky design?
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    The barstools work with the floor. I don't see a problem with tangerine on the walls.
    tomda thanked LB Interiors
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Turquoise is a great choice too. It's just not warm like tangerine. Difficult decision I know!
    tomda thanked LB Interiors
  • 12 years ago
    To nda...I love color so if I were having pendants in my new kitchen, they would be colorful! Really depends on look you're going for....classic,refined would be understated .... I am having trouble reining myself in with my color choices too and cabinets go in next week so I better make decisions:) please post pix when you complete this....have fun with it:)
    tomda thanked beachlily
  • 12 years ago
    Green.
    tomda thanked groveraxle
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    I may be in the minority but I like your kitchen the way it is.
    tomda thanked sstarr93
  • 12 years ago
    Thanks everyone for your input. Here's a pic that shows my funky little pendant over the sink. I do have a little color in my kitchen :)

    I like all of your ideas. Thank you!
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Tangerine walls would be beautiful with that pendant! It would be seen even more.
    tomda thanked LB Interiors
  • 12 years ago
    For a minimalistic look, the back door is throwing me off. It's way too traditional. Change that and I think you'd be surprised at the difference it would make. Great kitchen.
    tomda thanked mcbmd3
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    I agree about the back door, I noticed it too.
    tomda thanked sstarr93
  • 12 years ago
    Mc, I agree about the door. I put this door in when I gave my old kitchen a little facelift. It really doesn't go with the new kitchen.
  • 12 years ago
    Here's the thing, my house is a New England saltbox. It has a lot of traditional elements. Can these be blended with contemporary things?
    I love all your ideas, how far should I take this?
  • 12 years ago
    I love the idea of tangerine walls. I would get some paper swatches and then narrow it down to 3 or 4 colors and get the sample sizes to try on your walls. Once you choose a color, I would buy a few accent pieces like a large bowl or ceramic pot to echo the wall color. And maybe add some green ( as in a plant).
    One thing nice about painted walls as opposed to tile is that you can change the whole look of your kitchen without spending much money.
    It's a great kitchen though!
    tomda thanked janettesn
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Sounds kind of like my house. You can take it as far as you like, or blend elements.
    tomda thanked sstarr93
  • 12 years ago
    I think I'd like to blend them as much as possible. I just don't want it to look bad.
  • 11 years ago
    Thank you everyone for your suggestions :) Went with changing out the door. I like it so much better. Thanks for the help!
  • PRO
    11 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago
    So nice tomda !!! Perfect style for your great kitchen.
    tomda thanked LB Interiors