Light shades are multifaceted. They can be cold or warm, create a truly homely comfort or stylish elegance. Kitchen design in bright colors, as a rule, is developed in accordance with the classical concept. Of course, the interior can be designed in the style of high-tech, Provence, modern, minimalism. Any of these areas supports the idea of using light colors as the main ones, but the classics are truly luxurious in a similar design. With the help of color, the small kitchen will turn into a spacious room, and the large one will not look too empty. Let's talk about the diversity of light shades, which are sometimes also called pastel shades. The new "name" tones came up with artists who painted with chalk on rough canvases. The finished picture always had muffled, faded tones.
Light finish
Light tones have a positive effect on the psyche of people. At the subconscious level, such a kitchen seems safe and calm, respectively, and a person has a relaxed state. Even the white color has a lot of shades. You should not mistakenly assume that light colors are limited to pink, gray and peach. Their palette is rich, and the thin edges of the gradation allow you to create a deep interior picture that will be "poured". Kitchen design in pastel shades still requires light accents. They can be contrasting or similar in tone to the basic color palette, and therefore not very conspicuous. Registration is carried out according to two principles:
- Light colors prevail in the background, that is, in the decoration of the kitchen. They become a neutral addition, on which furnishings play with new colors.
- Pastel shades are present in the furniture. On the surfaces of the walls, floor and ceiling make accents.
The walls are finished with the following materials:
- Plaster. The most simple option, which at the same time looks neat. Sometimes they use relief plaster to give volume to walls or accent zones: an apron, a dining room in combined versions (kitchen-studios).
- Wallpaper. For kitchens use special vinyl wallpaper, which proved to be excellent when tested with steam and elevated temperatures, which are characteristic of the room.
- Wall mural. The material is used to highlight specific areas on the walls. It is also used to create perspective in small kitchens. In the classical style on the canvas can be depicted exquisite landscapes or panoramas of old cities. In minimalism on the walls there are Japanese motifs: a view of the winter garden with blossoming cherry trees, for example. In Provence apply images with a rustic flavor.
- MDF and chipboard. The materials are compacted and glued waste from the woodworking industry, which is covered with a special decorative film. Panels imitating birch are chosen, since its wood has a delicate, warm shade with a neat pattern.
- PVC modules. Used in the line of modern styles that allow the use of artificial materials. Plastic reliably mimics wooden surfaces.
- Natural and artificial stone or brick. The material is usually painted in the desired color. Light shades emphasize the colorful relief of the surface.
The top of the room, as a rule, is plastered, painted (less durable option), trimmed with sheets of drywall. In expensive kitchen apartments stretch ceilings are used. On the bottom put linoleum, tile, laminate or floorboard. The last two options can quickly deteriorate with regular contact with water and household chemicals. The most reliable solution will be a self-leveling floor.
Bright colors can be present not only on the walls, but also in the design of the ceiling or floor. Do not recommend to apply similar decisions for small, low rooms. 3d pictures on a surface of a bulk floor effectively look. Of course this option is allowed only in modern styles.
Combination of light colors
Light shades are combined according to the principle of similarity. In the tone picture, only one color prevails. It is complemented by the closest neighbors in the spectral circle. You can add a contrasting scheme and, for example, highlight the radiant whiteness of the color of purity (as white is traditionally called) a dark shade on which it will play even brighter and more spectacular. They do not recommend making everything exclusively in pastel colors, as the household will have a strong analogy with the sterile operating room. The presence of accents in the room is necessary so that the situation does not look pale.
With white
White belongs to the neutral colors-universals. It is combined with absolutely all shades, what is its main advantage. However, so that the interior picture is not full of, recommend to adhere to the rule of the "golden three", that is, to combine no more than three colors. This number is acceptable to increase to four, but no more. So, for example, harmoniously look kitchen, where they use white, cream and shades of light wood in furniture or decoration. Ivory color in combination with lush greenery will help to make the interior warm and cozy.
With beige
In pastel shades, beige becomes the leader, which is ideal for decorating the background. The color is soft, pleasant to the eye, so the design picture will not spoil at all from its abundance. A white set looks elegant against a beige wall. The picture is complemented by a light brown floor. The restrained pale shades of such colors as blue, yellow, pink, coral, and olive can be bright accents. Beige furniture organically combined with turquoise, walnut and gray background. You can complement the interior picture with white strokes: tablecloths, curtains, towels.
Light green
Green is considered the traditional color of grass and tree crowns. This tone causes pleasant emotions in a person, as it is associated with life, nature, spring and rebirth. The light greenish shade is perfectly combined with white and a whole list of pastel colors. It includes brown, creamy, sandy, caramel and yellowish. Look good combination of light green with the closest color "relatives": mint and olive. The interior in these colors will look not only unusual, but fresh, positive.
With light yellow
Light yellow or “pale lemon” color is combined with neutral white, beige and of course green. Perhaps the latter combination reminds too much of the rich fields with bright spots of dandelion heads, but this tone "tandem" causes only pleasant emotions in a person. Pale yellow kitchen set is complemented with brown wood shades and specks of green houseplants. In the dining area, you can use chairs mint shade. Also, a light yellow set will sparkle with new colors on an olive, gray or pale lilac background. The sun shade organically flows into the interiors, where the color of coffee with milk prevails.
The combination of bright kitchen with dark shades
Light tones are necessarily shaded by rivals in the color spectrum. In their role can be dark brown, brick, red, blue, purple. Black accents combine well with gray and white. The interior is strict but stylish. A trio of yellow, white and black in accents is also perceived by a person positively. The first two colors are used in decoration and furnishing, and the last participant of the trinity is used in small decor: ceiling lamps, dishes, textiles. The elegant but dynamic setting in the kitchen is guaranteed by a combination of white trim, gray floor and a headset with red facades.
Classic style
In a classic kitchen, walls are finished with white or beige plaster, tiles with a delicate floral pattern, or they are pasted over with light wallpaper with an ornament. The floor is traditionally tiled. Sand-colored headsets are decorated with stucco. Their surface is voluminous, as it is decorated with panels. Handles on shelves and cupboards are covered with noble gilding. Partially glazed facades, so that the hostess with pride can demonstrate household utensils, located in a strict order. The windows are curtained with roman blinds of olive or cream color. A massive crystal chandelier hangs from the ceiling. In addition to central lighting, there is a sconce on the walls. A table of strict rectangular shape surrounded by a bevy of chairs on twisted legs is set aside from the working area. In the upholstery is allowed to use a delicate pink, coral or peach color. They are diluted with barely noticeable patterns, which in shades almost do not differ from the main surface.
Modern style
Modern kitchens are made on the basis of gray, white and black accents. The presence of light shades of brown (walnut, milk chocolate, caramel) is allowed. The upper facades of the set are decorated with white lacquered surfaces. The lower part of the furniture set is decorated with relief panels of beige or gray color. The surface imitates sand "waves". The handles on the cabinets and shelves are chromed. The apron is decorated with a panorama of the night metropolis. Above the working area must install a cool, neon lights. The floor is covered with large-sized ceramic tiles. If the room is large enough, you can use black tile, which will emphasize the severity of the interior. The facade of the corner cabinet is made of decorative acrylic, lacomat or lacobel. Windows curtain with panel or roller curtains of gray or beige color. Blinds are allowed. The table in the dining area is not decorated with a tablecloth, which inevitably closes the gloss of glass or lacquered cream surface. The upholstery of the chairs is made of genuine leather the color of coffee with milk. The central lighting is represented by a series of chandeliers of the same shape and size, hanging from the ceiling at different levels. A stylish element of the interior will be a blackboard with a menu for today, as in modern cafes. On it you can leave messages to households instead of magnets on the refrigerator.
In modern combined options, the kitchen is fenced off from the living room or dining room with a bar counter. In spacious rooms, it is possible to use island layouts when the table top and stove come forward, and two other parts of the working triangle are left behind: the refrigerator and the sink. "The Island" will be a stylish addition to the interior picture.
Modern
Modern is the quintessence of classic and modern style. It arose at a turning point, when the interiors began to massively abandon traditions, making a bet on conciseness. Pompous luxury is gone. In the modern kitchen using floral ornaments in the decoration of walls and floors. They may be present in textiles. Although such patterns are considered a sign of the classical style. The walls are decorated in soft "milky" shades. The set is white or beige with a gray marble tabletop in harmony with the dining area, decorated in olive or pale coral tones. Black accents randomly placed on the interior picture. Kitchen aprons, vases with fresh flowers, paintings and photographs in dark frames on the walls can play their role. Also used in the decoration of glass, instead of the classic crystal. It can be made from a dining table or a horizontal hood module. Glass surfaces are in harmony with gray shades of curtains.
A kitchen apron is a priori considered an accent zone. Modern allows easy play with its texture. It is possible to decorate the surface with tiles with a chaotic geometric pattern in combination with a floral ornament.
Provence
Provence will give the owners a real chance to recreate the French village kitchen in his apartment. The walls are finished with plaster or wood panels painted in white. Accent zones emit wallpaper in a small flower. The facades of the headset are decorated with "lattice" of thin slats. On copper pens there is a “sediment of time” - patina. Furniture is chosen all the same white color, which dilutes the blue, pink or turquoise tabletop and the same apron. Panels on the facades decorated with copper frames. The floor is covered with laminate or wood flooring, which is coarsely painted white on top, so that traces of brush strokes are visible to the naked eye. Chairs for the dining area choose wicker, pleasant brown shade. The table is better to use the "grandmother" on the figured legs. It can be painted in light yellow or pink. Curtains on the windows of beige color with a pattern in a small flower. Recommend to use natural fabrics with a rough texture. The decor must use flowers: live in vases, artificial and indoor in pots. Also an important element will be dishes, the surface of which is decorated with numerous flower buds of different shades.
To return a decent look of old furniture, they widely use not only paint, but also decoupage technique. Colorful napkins are transferred to the surface and fixed on it. The result is a completely new furniture, which is more artificially aged than newly brought back to life.
Minimalism
In minimalist kitchens use combinations of white, gray, black and shades of brown. The walls are finished with plaster or panels of light wood. The upper facades of the headset have white lacquered surfaces, and the lower ones are stylized as dark wood with a characteristic pattern. The apron is decorated with artificial brickwork of mint color. The same shade is chosen for the chairs in the dining area. They are placed around a glass or wooden table with metal legs. The windows are covered with roller blinds or bamboo panels in sandy color. The central illumination is represented by a round white chandelier with a “paper” shade. In the decor they use only pots with potted plants and a couple of paintings on the walls on which the hieroglyphs-ideograms are inscribed.
Conclusion
The kitchen, decorated in bright colors, is considered a win-win option. It is difficult to miss the color palette, as it sometimes happens with dark shades, where their “dosage” is important. Similar options are used both in spacious kitchens of private houses, and in small rooms of Khrushchev houses. Dilute color calm can be textured surfaces. Light shades can literally save cramped spaces by adding air to the interior.
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