When you’re remodeling your kitchen, instead of a typical modern style, consider a gorgeous transitional design instead. By using high-quality materials, you’ll create a fabulous look that’s elegant, functional, and comfortable.
Kitchen Flooring
If you have hardwood flooring in the rest of your home, continue the look into the kitchen for a seamless flow. If you have carpeting in the rest of your home, consider a patterned stone floor for the best appearance.
Kitchen Cabinetry
Choose a rich wood for your cabinets, such as walnut, for a stunning look that everyone will love. Select cabinetry with raised panels to highlight the transitional style that you want. Or go for a classic painted cabinet look in a light neutral tone to open up your space visually and give the whole room a bright, clean look. You can also include a few cabinets with glass inserts to increase interest. Quality wood assures that your kitchen cabinets last a lifetime.
Kitchen Wall Paint
A cream color will look gorgeous on the walls since it’s neither too dark nor stark white. One of my favorites is Valspar’s Homestead Resort Cream. The creamy hue will also blend in well with your flooring and cabinetry. If you prefer white, choose an off-white that will look a bit more subdued to coordinate well. Colors should be complimentary to the adjacent rooms to create visual flow.
Kitchen Countertops and Backsplash
Choose an elegant marble or granite stone for your countertops. If you prefer a countertop with less maintenance, you can get quartz that appears like marble. For your backsplash, consider travertine, subway tiles, or even beadboard for a great traditional look.
Kitchen Island
Choose sleek mahogany or cherry wood for your island cabinetry, so it stands out from your other cabinets. Consider an island design with blocky pilasters. You can match the top with the rest of your counters or opt for something different such as butcher block to create a focal point in the kitchen.
Kitchen Accessories
Select vintage fixtures for the best look. A crystal chandelier lighting will reflect a traditional style, while modern cubist lighting creates a modern mood. To create even more elegance and warmth in the room, place wooden beams on the ceiling that match the cabinetry. You’ll also want a custom range hood to complete the look.
A transitional kitchen adds both masculine and feminine elements for a fantasic universal appeal. With the right layout and design, along with quality materials, you can create a beautiful space that will impress all of your family and friends.