Achieve the Perfect Space With Professional Advice
The colors you select for your Baltimore kitchen remodel set the foundation for the entire space’s personality and feeling. Cabinets and countertops work together to create an atmosphere that matches your style and brings joy every time you step into the room.
Colors shape our moods and behaviors more than we realize. White kitchens might appear pristine and bright, yet they can sometimes feel sterile without warming elements. Blues tend to suppress appetite, making them an interesting choice for a kitchen. Reds and oranges stimulate hunger, which explains why many restaurants incorporate these shades into their design schemes.
At Elegant Kitchen and Design, we can help you find the right colors for your cabinets and countertops. Keep reading to learn our top tips for making color palettes work for your space.
Your Kitchen Remodel Color Scheme
Start by identifying one main color that speaks to you. This becomes your anchor shade, often expressed through cabinets or walls.
From there, layer in two supporting colors through countertops, backsplashes, or accessories. This creates visual interest without overwhelming the space.
Consider color theory as you make your choice. The best color combinations are ones directly across each other or directly beside each other on the color wheel. Contrasting colors are pleasing to the eye, while similar colors punch up the drama, if that’s what you’re looking for.
Popular Kitchen Remodel Color Combinations
Certain color combinations are so timeless, that they’ll always look incredible. Other combinations are more trendy, making your kitchen Instagram-ready.
- The sophisticated pairing of navy and brass is both rich and warm. The contrast strikes an elegant balance that works in both modern and traditional spaces. Complement these with granite or quartzite countertops with brassy veining to bring the look together.
- Sage green and creamy white feels organic and connected to nature. It feels airy and brings the outdoors in, without being too rustic or country. This pairing works exceptionally well when you incorporate textures through your countertop selection.
- Light wood-tone cabinets with black countertops provide a contrast while keeping colors totally neutral. This combination invites an opportunity for an eye-catching backsplash. Or, continue the theme of neutrality and opt for a traditional subway tile.
Cabinet Colors and Lighting
Your cabinet color choice serves as the foundation for your kitchen remodel. If you ask a professional kitchen designer, or even an experienced kitchen remodeling contractor, they’re likely to tell you that you need to consider both natural light and home lighting when you choose a cabinet color.
As design experts, we recommend thinking about how natural light will affect the look of your cabinet colors throughout the day. For example, a kitchen with western-facing windows will always look more warm-toned than one that faces the south. A shade that looks amazing in morning light may not be so pleasing by afternoon.
Dark cabinet colors make a bold statement, but they require adequate lighting to prevent the space from feeling cramped or cavernous. Lighter cabinet colors open up the space, but show dirt more readily. Mid-tone cabinet colors may be more versatile, but they may not make the visual impact you’re longing for. To make an informed choice, look at samples in your kitchen at various times of day.
Selecting Countertop Colors to Complete Your Kitchen Remodel
Countertops should complement rather than compete with your cabinet color selection. For bold cabinet choices, consider neutral countertops that let the cabinetry shine. If you opt for a patterned backsplash, you may want to keep your countertops neutral as well.
If you’ve chosen neutral cabinets, your countertops can either continue the subtle theme or introduce a striking contrast.
Elegant Kitchen and Design Can Help You Make Your Selections
At Elegant Kitchen and Design, we’ve worked with Baltimore-area homeowners and kitchen remodeling contractors alike to bring incredible kitchens to life. Our team can guide you through the selection process of your cabinets and countertops so you achieve your vision.
In our showroom, you can experience numerous color combinations in person, with samples you can see and touch. A hands-on experience is priceless when it’s time to invest in a kitchen remodel.
We can also create 3-D renderings showing you a functional kitchen layout based on your space’s measurements. With no surprises during your installation, your Baltimore kitchen remodel is a much more pleasant experience.
Visit Elegant Kitchen and Design at 1727 E. Joppa Road in Parkville, Maryland, or contact us to learn how to start the process of updating your kitchen.
