Decorating an apartment kitchen can be tough. But you can make your apartment kitchen your own — no matter how small the space. Here are some of our top apartment kitchen decorating tips.
Declutter
The key to decorating any room likely starts with decluttering the area. Too much stuff will take away from any space, particularly in an apartment kitchen that likely has very little in the way of countertops. If you can, clear the counters of anything you don’t use on a daily basis. That can mean stashing the blender, canisters and anything else not used every day in a closet or behind closed doors.
This is especially important if the kitchen is small. A kitchen looks even smaller when it’s crammed with stuff. However, if you have a large kitchen with lots of countertops, feel free to put some of those items back on display — but only if they’re eye-catching and, more importantly, clean. A dirty toaster oven sitting next to the fridge is always an eyesore.
Hang it up
One way to add some visual elements to your apartment kitchen is to hang up colorful and vibrant items you frequently use anyway — such as funky oven mitts or cooking utensils. If they’re an eye-catching color, even better. They’ll add color and style to a likely dismal-looking space.
Many retailers sell hooks you can easily attach with screws to the wall, or even magnetized ones that will attach to surfaces like your fridge. Find creative ways to hang up items to add some visual interest to your kitchen decorations. Got some interesting coffee mugs? Don’t hide them behind cabinet doors — buy a cool-looking mug tree and display them on the counter. Or install accordion mug hooks on a bare space of wall for both kitchen decoration and functionality.
Don’t forget artwork. The kitchen may seem like a strange place to add art, but if you’ve got the wall space, use it. If you’ve got a color scheme or theme going in the kitchen, hang art that complements what you’re already doing.
Add color
Before you paint, ask your apartment community manager if you’re allowed. If you are, then consider the space you’ll be painting before buying the paint. A general rule of thumb is that dark colors make small rooms look smaller and darker, whereas lighter colors can brighten a room and make them appear bigger. Take the cabinets into consideration as well — you’ll want the colors to coordinate.
You don’t have to go to the trouble of painting to add color, however. You can leave the walls alone and instead add some flair by displaying vibrant pieces in other places instead: put brightly colored canisters on the counter, skip the traditional white appliances and buy one in a funky color instead, put a cool border on the walls and throw a vibrant throw rug in front of your sink. Hang pretty plates on the wall to draw interest to a bare spot. Just make sure all the elements complement each other.
Don’t be afraid to use the space under your cabinets for storage and kitchen decoration — hang up stemware for easy reach and style, for instance.
Spice up surfaces
If you’re lucky, you have some interesting colored appliances in your kitchen to spice up the space. More than likely, however, your appliances are white, and your cabinets are the same color or a generic brown. You may not have permission or the desire to change them, but you can make them stand out a bit more.
Add some flair to your refrigerator with funky magnets. Place colorful baskets on top for color and handy storage. Place a strip of colorful contact paper you like across the top for some visual focus and a handy place to write notes with a dry erase marker, which is erasable from contact paper.
Contact paper isn’t the only removable and versatile element you can add to your fridge and cabinets. Many retailers sell decals that stick to cabinets that won’t permanently damage the surface. It’s a good way to dress them up
8/16/2010
7/28/2010
8 Kitchen Fix-ups
Remodeling the kitchen will certainly add to the value of a home, however, it can be very expensive. Any of the following projects will give your kitchen a pick-me-up without breaking the bank!
1. Refinish your cabinets.
In many cases, the finish on your cabinets will soften around the handles -- this is the result of body oil breaking down the finish. Most finish can be stripped off fairly easily, and on one of our recent shows on our PBS series HandyMa'am, we showed how to do this. We used one of the newer citrus-based strippers and layered it on. After the finish was removed, we applied a poly and stain combination that gave a totally new, fresh look.
2. Freshen up your walls.
A fresh coat of paint does wonders. Try your hand at one of the faux techniques that are so popular, including sponge painting, the ragged effect or the fresco effect. There are roller covers now available that will help make the task go faster and even striping rollers, which give the illusion of striped wallpaper at a fraction of the cost. You might also consider a new wall covering or even a simple border
3. Replace the countertops.
Cabinets in good shape? How about the countertops? Countertops take a lot of abuse and can look worn and drab. Replacing the countertop is certainly more expensive, but often worth the effort. New countertops will really make it feel like a new kitchen.
4.Decorate your windows with color.
Does your window treatment need updating or a little color? Here's a quick remedy: Hang a curtain rod and simply fold fabric placemats or napkins over it. If they are square, hang them on the diagonal. For rectangular fabric, fold lengthwise. Another option is to fold all of the rectangular fabric the same length, or fold in half on each end, allowing it to drape in the middle.
5. Change the cabinet fronts.
There are several ways cabinet fronts can be embellished or totally changed. If the doors are flat, add molding to give the illusion of a paneled door. This can be done very inexpensively using screen molding. Draw a line around the door (1 1/2 to 2 inches in from all sides is pretty standard).
6. New flooring.
There are so many types, styles, patterns and colors of flooring to choose from it will make your head spin. A couple of points to keep in mind when looking for flooring: Ceramic tile is thick and will make your cabinets lower (about 3/4 inches or more) than you are used to. For me that was a good thing -- I'm 5'1" and standard cabinets are a bit too tall for me. Self-adhesive vinyl tiles have come a long way over the years and are very easy to install, not to mention they are much less expensive than some of your other choices.
1. Refinish your cabinets.
In many cases, the finish on your cabinets will soften around the handles -- this is the result of body oil breaking down the finish. Most finish can be stripped off fairly easily, and on one of our recent shows on our PBS series HandyMa'am, we showed how to do this. We used one of the newer citrus-based strippers and layered it on. After the finish was removed, we applied a poly and stain combination that gave a totally new, fresh look.
2. Freshen up your walls.
A fresh coat of paint does wonders. Try your hand at one of the faux techniques that are so popular, including sponge painting, the ragged effect or the fresco effect. There are roller covers now available that will help make the task go faster and even striping rollers, which give the illusion of striped wallpaper at a fraction of the cost. You might also consider a new wall covering or even a simple border
3. Replace the countertops.
Cabinets in good shape? How about the countertops? Countertops take a lot of abuse and can look worn and drab. Replacing the countertop is certainly more expensive, but often worth the effort. New countertops will really make it feel like a new kitchen.
4.Decorate your windows with color.
Does your window treatment need updating or a little color? Here's a quick remedy: Hang a curtain rod and simply fold fabric placemats or napkins over it. If they are square, hang them on the diagonal. For rectangular fabric, fold lengthwise. Another option is to fold all of the rectangular fabric the same length, or fold in half on each end, allowing it to drape in the middle.
5. Change the cabinet fronts.
There are several ways cabinet fronts can be embellished or totally changed. If the doors are flat, add molding to give the illusion of a paneled door. This can be done very inexpensively using screen molding. Draw a line around the door (1 1/2 to 2 inches in from all sides is pretty standard).
6. New flooring.
There are so many types, styles, patterns and colors of flooring to choose from it will make your head spin. A couple of points to keep in mind when looking for flooring: Ceramic tile is thick and will make your cabinets lower (about 3/4 inches or more) than you are used to. For me that was a good thing -- I'm 5'1" and standard cabinets are a bit too tall for me. Self-adhesive vinyl tiles have come a long way over the years and are very easy to install, not to mention they are much less expensive than some of your other choices.
Kitchen Window Traeatment
How do you decorate your kitchen window?Some people think it is no need to decor the kitchen window. In fact, kithcen window treatment is nothing but decorating a window with curtains, blinds, drapes or valances. These window treatments should be both decorative and functional.
Among all the window treatments, cafe curtains are popularly used for kitchens. These curtains suit well for kitchens designed in the bistro style. They allow privacy in your kitchen along with plenty of light. These curtains come in lots of patterns and colors and you can choose the one that complements other elements of your kitchen. Avoid using these curtains if the kitchen window is above the sink or the countertop.
If you want to have a window treatment that has an uncluttered look, then Roman shades are the best option for you. These are simple kitchen window treatment designs, that go well with any type of kitchen decor. They can be hung flat or hung half way to display the folded pattern. One more window treatment that gives an uncluttered look is pleated shades. You can close and open them with help of a cord and control the amount of light entering into the kitchen. Moreover, they are also good insulators and help to keep the kitchen cool.
Natural light in the kitchen is essential. "Pleated shades offer a privacy treatment and still allow plenty of light," says Pelley.
Just one example of an attractive pleated shade is the Smith + Noble version, available in tones ranging from White to Sky Blue, in subtle stripes and a tropical-looking pattern. It even comes in versions suitable for skylights or arched windows.
Too much direct sunlight is also an issue in kitchens, says Pelley, since it makes it hot and unpleasant to work in. Simple wood blinds or woven wood shades, like the Provenance sold by Hunter Douglas, will filter the light without looking too heavy.
Among all the window treatments, cafe curtains are popularly used for kitchens. These curtains suit well for kitchens designed in the bistro style. They allow privacy in your kitchen along with plenty of light. These curtains come in lots of patterns and colors and you can choose the one that complements other elements of your kitchen. Avoid using these curtains if the kitchen window is above the sink or the countertop.
If you want to have a window treatment that has an uncluttered look, then Roman shades are the best option for you. These are simple kitchen window treatment designs, that go well with any type of kitchen decor. They can be hung flat or hung half way to display the folded pattern. One more window treatment that gives an uncluttered look is pleated shades. You can close and open them with help of a cord and control the amount of light entering into the kitchen. Moreover, they are also good insulators and help to keep the kitchen cool.
Natural light in the kitchen is essential. "Pleated shades offer a privacy treatment and still allow plenty of light," says Pelley.
Just one example of an attractive pleated shade is the Smith + Noble version, available in tones ranging from White to Sky Blue, in subtle stripes and a tropical-looking pattern. It even comes in versions suitable for skylights or arched windows.
Too much direct sunlight is also an issue in kitchens, says Pelley, since it makes it hot and unpleasant to work in. Simple wood blinds or woven wood shades, like the Provenance sold by Hunter Douglas, will filter the light without looking too heavy.
5/27/2010
How to Create a Fabulous & Functional Kitchen?
Your kitchen operates just fine as a place for cooking and serving meals. But is it lacking some touches that could convert it from a room where you take care of daily chores to one where you enjoy spending time?
With many of our kitchens serving as the home’s primary gathering spot for family and friends, we’ve come to view it as a second living room. With this in mind, many of our kitchens can use a little extra attention to make them more inviting. I have some useful idea for sharing with you all.
Pare down and regroup. Instead of replacing the cabinetry, Erinn reorganized and edited. Out went an awkward cabinet looming over a short peninsula countertop—a strategy that now affords a clear view from sink to sunny breakfast area. Two additional cabinets flanking the range were also banished, making way for more counter space and a streamlined vent hood.
Focus on details. Erinn upgraded the cabinets further with sleek chrome hardware. Sophisticated pendants crafted from antique mirrored pieces illuminate sink and table. And cheery flowers are always present. Erinn reserves the prominent display area for keepsakes. The dainty teapots and figurines look as beautiful in her stylish kitchen as they surely did in her grandmother’s.
Change the window treatments. If you only have blinds on your kitchen windows, perhaps it’s time to think about adding fabric coverings. If you currently have café curtains, consider simplifying the picture with a valance.
Use light effectively. Two areas that need distinct overhead lighting are the range and the sink. Ambient lighting, easily achieved by installing a dimmer on your primary light fixture, presents a lovely glow all around. Candles provide soft lighting here or there but they require two cautions. First, make sure that you place them where they won’t get in your way as you cook and where curious little hands can’t grab them. Secondly, pick fragrances carefully so that they don’t seem out of place in the kitchen. Best choices are those that smell of fruits, spices, or bakery products.
In the end, make it personal and practical!
With many of our kitchens serving as the home’s primary gathering spot for family and friends, we’ve come to view it as a second living room. With this in mind, many of our kitchens can use a little extra attention to make them more inviting. I have some useful idea for sharing with you all.
Pare down and regroup. Instead of replacing the cabinetry, Erinn reorganized and edited. Out went an awkward cabinet looming over a short peninsula countertop—a strategy that now affords a clear view from sink to sunny breakfast area. Two additional cabinets flanking the range were also banished, making way for more counter space and a streamlined vent hood.
Focus on details. Erinn upgraded the cabinets further with sleek chrome hardware. Sophisticated pendants crafted from antique mirrored pieces illuminate sink and table. And cheery flowers are always present. Erinn reserves the prominent display area for keepsakes. The dainty teapots and figurines look as beautiful in her stylish kitchen as they surely did in her grandmother’s.
Change the window treatments. If you only have blinds on your kitchen windows, perhaps it’s time to think about adding fabric coverings. If you currently have café curtains, consider simplifying the picture with a valance.
Use light effectively. Two areas that need distinct overhead lighting are the range and the sink. Ambient lighting, easily achieved by installing a dimmer on your primary light fixture, presents a lovely glow all around. Candles provide soft lighting here or there but they require two cautions. First, make sure that you place them where they won’t get in your way as you cook and where curious little hands can’t grab them. Secondly, pick fragrances carefully so that they don’t seem out of place in the kitchen. Best choices are those that smell of fruits, spices, or bakery products.
In the end, make it personal and practical!
5/26/2010
Turn Your Kitchen into a Cozy Gathering Place
A kitchen is the heart of a home, for there the family gathers. And kitchen decor can turn your kitchen into a fun place to cook, hang out, and gather cherished memories. Here are a few kitchen decor ideas to add quaint beauty to your kitchen and inspire your creative side.
Rooster Kitchen Decor
Rooster kitchen decor is filled with happy hues and a playful spirit. From French country kitchens to rural or pastoral kitchens, rooster kitchen decor is a beautiful addition. And not only in curtains and tablecloths. The endless variety of rooster kitchen decor on the market allows you to weave these whimsical elements into your existing kitchen decor without clashing with it. From rooster clocks to cutting boards and weathervanes, there's something for everyone in rooster kitchen decor.
Apple Kitchen Decor
Apple kitchen decor will imbue your kitchen with quaint country charm. Like an orchard on a sunny day, a kitchen decorated with apple decor will become a warm gathering place. And this delicious atmosphere is so easy to instill with a few kitchen decor ideas. And not just with curtains and bowls of gleaming apples, but with apple wall decor, beaded curtains you can craft yourself, apple kitchen cabinet decor, and apple dishes. Any style of kitchen can become a little cozier with apple kitchen decor.
Worldwide Kitchen Decor
Kitchen decor styles are as wide as human experience. Like a map of the world, there's a kitchen decor style for every country, every culture. For in the kitchen the family gathers, and so it is there that the heart of a home lies. So which kitchen decor is your favorite? Take a short jaunt around the world to find out.
Rooster Kitchen Decor
Rooster kitchen decor is filled with happy hues and a playful spirit. From French country kitchens to rural or pastoral kitchens, rooster kitchen decor is a beautiful addition. And not only in curtains and tablecloths. The endless variety of rooster kitchen decor on the market allows you to weave these whimsical elements into your existing kitchen decor without clashing with it. From rooster clocks to cutting boards and weathervanes, there's something for everyone in rooster kitchen decor.
Apple Kitchen Decor
Apple kitchen decor will imbue your kitchen with quaint country charm. Like an orchard on a sunny day, a kitchen decorated with apple decor will become a warm gathering place. And this delicious atmosphere is so easy to instill with a few kitchen decor ideas. And not just with curtains and bowls of gleaming apples, but with apple wall decor, beaded curtains you can craft yourself, apple kitchen cabinet decor, and apple dishes. Any style of kitchen can become a little cozier with apple kitchen decor.
Sunflower Kitchen Decor
If you love decorating with light, sunflower Kitchen decor will brighten your kitchen even more. With motifs of summer and birds, bright greens and yellows, sunshine and warmth, sunflower kitchen decor creates a never-ending summer. Turn your kitchen into a warm gathering space, where you'll spend happy afternoons with your family and close friends. A sunflower kitchen is a fun place to cook in and share memories.
Worldwide Kitchen Decor
Kitchen decor styles are as wide as human experience. Like a map of the world, there's a kitchen decor style for every country, every culture. For in the kitchen the family gathers, and so it is there that the heart of a home lies. So which kitchen decor is your favorite? Take a short jaunt around the world to find out.
4/29/2010
Country Style Kitchen Lighting
If you've decided to design your kitchen in country style, rustic lighting can add to its Decor and provide a warm glow to it.
With the growing popularity, rustic kitchen lighting fixtures are available in numerous designs and styles in the markets. You can also check out the specific rustic lighting fixtures which are ornamented beautifully to give a different look. To enhance the rustic lighting, furnish your kitchen with rustic accessories like rugs, mugs, etc.
Rustic lighting often has different styles of Decor like western, Adirondack, southwest, and log cabin. It gives the appearance of coarse, unfinished, and unfussy, but with elegance. Wagon wheels are also popular in rustic lighting products. Moreover, rustic lights also represent designs like cowboys and Indians, tee-pees, and bows and arrows in a suitable arrangement to give an impression of the cowboy region. Rustic lighting which can be used outdoors may include oil lamps and candles with holders.
Besides the above-mentioned, some other well-liked rustic lighting themes are bear theme, wagon wheel theme, and antlers. A bear theme can comprise of bears and bear cubs walking in a forest or climbing trees. Lamps on which these scenes are shown can have lampshades, which are frequently made to look like leather. Lighting chandeliers can be prepared from authentic wagon wheels which are fairly expensive. Antler lighting can also be created with authentic antlers. Moreover, it would be just perfect to use different lighting accessories to craft a beautiful rustic atmosphere in the kitchen.
With the growing popularity, rustic kitchen lighting fixtures are available in numerous designs and styles in the markets. You can also check out the specific rustic lighting fixtures which are ornamented beautifully to give a different look. To enhance the rustic lighting, furnish your kitchen with rustic accessories like rugs, mugs, etc.
Rustic lighting often has different styles of Decor like western, Adirondack, southwest, and log cabin. It gives the appearance of coarse, unfinished, and unfussy, but with elegance. Wagon wheels are also popular in rustic lighting products. Moreover, rustic lights also represent designs like cowboys and Indians, tee-pees, and bows and arrows in a suitable arrangement to give an impression of the cowboy region. Rustic lighting which can be used outdoors may include oil lamps and candles with holders.
Besides the above-mentioned, some other well-liked rustic lighting themes are bear theme, wagon wheel theme, and antlers. A bear theme can comprise of bears and bear cubs walking in a forest or climbing trees. Lamps on which these scenes are shown can have lampshades, which are frequently made to look like leather. Lighting chandeliers can be prepared from authentic wagon wheels which are fairly expensive. Antler lighting can also be created with authentic antlers. Moreover, it would be just perfect to use different lighting accessories to craft a beautiful rustic atmosphere in the kitchen.
2010 Kitchen Decoration Trends
Green Kitchen
This not means the green color, I mean Eco-friendly.There are more ways that you can go green in the kitchen too, from energy-efficient dishwashers (that use less water than when you wash by hand), to environmentally sound flooring options made of reclaimed wood and tiles. Ann Sacks even makes a rugged tile from rescued river rocks.
Free Style
Because we're spending more and more time in our kitchens, there is a move away from the all-or-nothing "fitted" look of continuous counters. Look for more freestanding pieces of furniture or features with furniturelike qualities, such as a cabriole leg holding up a kitchen counter.
High Tech
Advances in technology continue to offer us out-of-this-world options, including an oven that can be programmed to keep your food cold until it's cooking time. You can even change the cooking directions from your office computer. Don't have enough freezer space? High tech can help you turn a fridge drawer into a freezer in no time. It can also raise the toilet seat when it sees you coming and clean the shower when you're not around.
Glass Acts
Glass is everywhere in today's kitchens, from recycled and Depression-era glass tiles to opaque glass on cooktops, refrigerators and cabinet doors. Glass mosaic tiles and Venetian glass light fixtures add light and drama.
Organic
Forget straight lines and right angles, organic shapes are in. Not only are rounded shapes visually pleasing, they also encourage a more natural circular traffic flow. Imagine never bumping into a sharp corner again.
3/23/2010
Some Effective Tips for Making A Cozy Kitchen
Kitchen as a part of our home, is not only the cooking space or the dinning space. It is a very impersonal space for you to work in? Kitchens should be warm and cozy and should be somewhere we can spend a long time in the morning sipping our coffee and having a nice conversation with our family.
Here are some effective and practical ways to make a cozy kitchen.
1.Curtains are used in kitchen to block any unnecessary glare. It also provides some privacy from your next door neighbor. A window curtain will meet all these needs. The curtains will help you to keep the glare out and your private matters private. The curtains are not very costly and will help in decorating your kitchen.Country curtains will provide a warm and comfortable feeling to your kitchen. These curtains are mood enhancers and will keep you up for the whole day. The classic styles will have great fabrics and also exquisite designs. The various designs include, gingham check, swag sets, slither dale, and also eye let tier. It is a safe option for people who don’t want to risk their windows.
2.As the working area of your kitchen is planned out, storage space can be built to suit your needs. In a small and narrow kitchen you can create more space by making the wall-cupboards taller rather than having them protruding outwards. You will create more headspace and the kitchen will look wider. Such a cupboard or larder can also be used for food in cans, jars and packets.
3.The kitchen stools are not only for sitting, but also as the decoration for the kitchen.Kitchen stools are not just for bars. They provide extra seating to growing family members as well as effectively create a wonderful pub feel.There are several types and designs of kitchen stools. They are also made from an assortment of materials including wood, steel, cast iron and bamboo. Choosing a particular kitchen bar stool depends on the style you need.
4.Colors make a huge difference to the environment of a kitchen. Shades of reds, yellows and oranges render the kitchen with a warm atmosphere, whereas grey provide a cool ambience. To be innovative, some people advice using apple green. By painting different walls with different colors, the kitchen gets a new feel altogether. Bright colors can ensure the monotony to be absent from your kitchen and impart it a fresh look.
5. Some small items also can add coziness to you kitchen. Such as a cute cup cover.
If you have a kitchen with high ceilings and a considerably large area, consider dividing it into sections or islands. Group similar objects in such islands, for example one space for the sitting area, one for the cooking area. Flower vases and show pieces can also be added in these spaces to add to the uniformity and cosiness. Still not sure about how to make your kitchen cozy? If you keep the above points in your mind, and use a bit of your own imagination, you would be the person to best give your kitchen a character.
2/22/2010
Kitchen Color Trends in 2010
When it comes to putting color in your kitchen, it’s no easy task to balance the timeless tones with the trendy ones. An avocado green appliance might make your kitchen kitsch, but a bland mass of white paint is more boring than classic. So how does one choose a stylish shade with all this color confusion?
Color Schemes- Your Greatest Quandary?
Even although these hues fire our imagination, there's no denying the fact that choosing shades that exude kindness and effervescence Kitchen Color Trends 2010 can be wholly an uphill climb. Here are a few tips that are clearly to rescue your weak attempts from midpoint:
* A few coats of cool, brusque and light flag will the, much-beloved shot in the arm for small chairs. Dark flag, on the other hand, are an exact no-no, as they make the legroom show lesser.
* The bang of expected light on ensign must be considered earnestly. Try to bring artificial light sources and insignia together, and it's an empty cocktail you are sipping.
* A kitchen that faces north is confident to sputter with cool tones, while a south facing hole flooded in melt tones give you panting for breath.
* The kitchen barricaded and cabinets do not have to the Cane and Able of the kitchen's décor. A equal blushed palette that creates harmony between these two basics is persuaded to source a sensation.
* If you are fanatical to experiment just a wee bit, try painting the bulwark in a shade that's bolder than the one on the cabinets. Something like off-white and pale-blond will desert onlookers completely transfixed.
* Striking contrasts with the help of bold ensign form drama and plot with a seductively intense passion.
* Allow the bold ensign to transmit some of the appeal to the chairs and tables, and beware the stoic calm in the kitchen become ancient tense instantly.
* The electrifying combination of totally painted hand-painted tiles and pure tiles is a marriage made in intention heaven.
* Bright colors like blond and carroty put the punch back into your lackluster cooking experience.
So if you feel your kitchen is floundering for breath, it's time for you to play with colors that have a persistent place in your imagination.
Color Schemes- Your Greatest Quandary?
Even although these hues fire our imagination, there's no denying the fact that choosing shades that exude kindness and effervescence Kitchen Color Trends 2010 can be wholly an uphill climb. Here are a few tips that are clearly to rescue your weak attempts from midpoint:
* A few coats of cool, brusque and light flag will the, much-beloved shot in the arm for small chairs. Dark flag, on the other hand, are an exact no-no, as they make the legroom show lesser.
* The bang of expected light on ensign must be considered earnestly. Try to bring artificial light sources and insignia together, and it's an empty cocktail you are sipping.
* A kitchen that faces north is confident to sputter with cool tones, while a south facing hole flooded in melt tones give you panting for breath.
* The kitchen barricaded and cabinets do not have to the Cane and Able of the kitchen's décor. A equal blushed palette that creates harmony between these two basics is persuaded to source a sensation.
* If you are fanatical to experiment just a wee bit, try painting the bulwark in a shade that's bolder than the one on the cabinets. Something like off-white and pale-blond will desert onlookers completely transfixed.
* Striking contrasts with the help of bold ensign form drama and plot with a seductively intense passion.
* Allow the bold ensign to transmit some of the appeal to the chairs and tables, and beware the stoic calm in the kitchen become ancient tense instantly.
* The electrifying combination of totally painted hand-painted tiles and pure tiles is a marriage made in intention heaven.
* Bright colors like blond and carroty put the punch back into your lackluster cooking experience.
So if you feel your kitchen is floundering for breath, it's time for you to play with colors that have a persistent place in your imagination.
2/02/2010
How to Decorate Cooking Zone
Cooking zone is often overlooked when it should be your top priority.But it is a very important part of the kitchen.For the cooking zone, place the kitchen hob near the sink for easy access to water when cleaning up. The workspace, which is the most important part of the kitchen, should preferably be placed between the hob and the kitchen sink; unless you have the luxury of having an island in your kitchen!
A hob is essential. You can do without an oven but regular cooking if your hob fails is difficult. Once hobs were purely functional, often forming part of the oven. Then they separated so that you could build in an oven at a higher level. This also offered you the choice of gas hob or electric oven (or vice versa). Gas hobs have traditionally been popular as they give more control and quicker heating than electricity.
The cooking zone is where fire enters the picture. Centered around the range or cooktop, this is the spot where stir-frys, spaghetti, and sauces sizzle. You may want to keep your microwave and toaster oven here as well. Include:
Deep drawers for pans
Shallower drawer for pot lids
Spice drawer (or cleverly hidden racks in pull out corbels that flank the cooktop)
Microwave cabinet for concealing and saving countertop space
Utensil drawer for spatulas and spoons
Include space for an adequate number of cleaning and drying supplies, as well as a convenient way to store clean dishware. Include:
Pullout rack to neatly tuck dishtowels
Plate rack for storing daily or occasional dinnerware
Undersink pullout for dishwashing detergent and cleaner
Tilt out sink tray for sponges and scrubbers
Foil box rack or drawer for aluminum foil, paper, and plastic wrap storage
Pullout drawer for Tupperware, divided for lids and containers
Don’t forget about the “dining zone.” Though there’s a lot more flexibility involved with designing your eating area, consider adding easily accessible storage for tablecloths, placemats, napkins, or infrequently used china.
A hob is essential. You can do without an oven but regular cooking if your hob fails is difficult. Once hobs were purely functional, often forming part of the oven. Then they separated so that you could build in an oven at a higher level. This also offered you the choice of gas hob or electric oven (or vice versa). Gas hobs have traditionally been popular as they give more control and quicker heating than electricity.
The cooking zone is where fire enters the picture. Centered around the range or cooktop, this is the spot where stir-frys, spaghetti, and sauces sizzle. You may want to keep your microwave and toaster oven here as well. Include:
Deep drawers for pans
Shallower drawer for pot lids
Spice drawer (or cleverly hidden racks in pull out corbels that flank the cooktop)
Microwave cabinet for concealing and saving countertop space
Utensil drawer for spatulas and spoons
Include space for an adequate number of cleaning and drying supplies, as well as a convenient way to store clean dishware. Include:
Pullout rack to neatly tuck dishtowels
Plate rack for storing daily or occasional dinnerware
Undersink pullout for dishwashing detergent and cleaner
Tilt out sink tray for sponges and scrubbers
Foil box rack or drawer for aluminum foil, paper, and plastic wrap storage
Pullout drawer for Tupperware, divided for lids and containers
Don’t forget about the “dining zone.” Though there’s a lot more flexibility involved with designing your eating area, consider adding easily accessible storage for tablecloths, placemats, napkins, or infrequently used china.
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