Thinking about updating your kitchen? Here are some tips to consider

The countertop drives the rest of the design. As in any room, you need a focal point. In a kitchen, it’s normally the island or cook top. If you choose top with a lot of pattern and color you don’t want the other components to compete, you want them to compliment.  If you choose a more simple top with less veining and netural colors you can have your “wow” moment somewhere else.

Mix your materials mindfully. Combining different mediums will add depth and character to your space. Add in some wood accents to your sleek appliances and polished tops.

Consider Neutrals. Muted earth tones like taupes, beiges, greens add a sense of nature to your space. Grays balance out some of your other adventurous colors and features and also add sophistication. Softer whites give an airy, open feel and add brightness.

Backsplash should compliment the countertop. a soft gray or muted earth tone backsplash will compliment a white quartz countertop nicely. Using the same material as the countertop for the backsplash is very on trend right now. Try a textured tile or a simple pattern in a neutral shade for a timeless choice.

What to do on the floor? Flooring should compliment the top and the splash and can be a beautiful porcelain tile or you may implement a wood look in tile, hardwoods, or a quality Luxury vinyl or laminate flooring.

Want to be unique? How about repeating the same tile in the front of the island with the same material as the backsplash?

Ultimately, your choices should reflect the mood you wish to invoke in your space and make selections that will function for your lifestyle. 

Christy Olguin