Inspirational Ideas for Kitchens
- Elegant themes featuring Victorian homes, wine and grapes along with historical accents can set the mood to inspire someone who loves the finer things in life. Kitchens with crown molding or cherry wood cabinetry create a lavish look in the room. Hang pictures up that complement this look. Good examples include pictures of a vineyard, Victorian people dressed in lavish attire and detailed landscapes. Install stainless steel appliances and decorative counter top decor. Place silk vines and plastic grapes on top of the cabinets as a finishing touch.
- Design a country style kitchen if farmhouse settings, country landscapes and old-fashioned decor inspires you. Paint the walls lavender or baby blue and hang up lacy curtains. Adorn the window sill with small potted flowers to add a bit of color to the room. Find farmhouse accents such as framed pictures, baskets and old-fashioned, large tin milk cans, glass bottles and bread boxes. You can find many kitchen treasures at local antique shops.
- Create a happy kitchen if bright colors and cheerful themes inspire you to cook. Paint the walls yellow, orange or lime green, depending on the theme you choose. A citrus theme showcasing pictures of oranges, limes and lemons with light yellow walls, can add more cheer to your day. Decorate with colorful pottery, appliances and kitchen hand towels. Cheerful themes might also feature pictures of your family in a garden setting with floral decor throughout such as dried hanging flowers, bright curtains and funny cookie jars. Focus on decorating with vibrant colors that make you feel happy and inspired.
- Use paint or wall stickers to display inspirational quotes or scriptures on your kitchen walls. Think of your own quote or short poem to showcase on the wall or buy popular quotes that speak to you. Feature a favorite scripture that helps you remain hopeful and inspired. Some common quotes that you may enjoy include, "Life's Uncertain, Eat Dessert,"The Kitchen is the Heart of the House" and "Come Gather at Our Table."
