Inspiration for your kitchen

Redesigning your kitchen is never an easy task, and finding the right inspiration can be a challenge that comes in hand. The ideal home show however can always be of help. If you’re struggling to find inspiration this years exhibition that may cover some aesthetics and ideas for you.

When we think about what colour a kitchen is traditionally, most of us will answer with white. However, white kitchens may be a trend taking a standstill. If you feel as though white is not your style, a new trend involves a mix of shades from the same palette, with grey becoming increasingly popular.

Something that often goes overlooked but still faces importance is the lights in your kitchen. Lighting has the power to make your room look bigger, more modern and more personalised to you. A trend we saw appearing in the ideal home show involves pendant lights. Especially in kitchens that aspire to be more modern. However for kitchens that have low ceilings this may not be the best choice.

When adding accessories to a kitchen we can often end up with a build up of ‘clutter’ that can even make the room look smaller. Functional accessories only helps to avoid this whilst also adding your own personal touches to your kitchen. Things such as modern copper pans and pots or a marble surface top can make a huge difference to your kitchens style.

Another feature that is functional yet stylish is a glass splashback. Glass is a great deflector of light and can open up your kitchen space. Open plan kitchens can suit this style especially. Stained glass can be perfect if you are looking to add a splash of colour to your kitchen, and cooperate well with LED lights.