My kitchen is too boring!

9 years ago

Help, I feel like my kitchen is such a blank canvas. And I'm not sure what to do to make it more fun. It feels a little to modern. I sometimes like a bit of quirky/unique ☺️

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DesignRaaga

9 years ago

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Hi Nikki, There are some very unique eclectic pieces in our collection that I think will bring a pop of colour and touch of charm to your space. Here our some pics of fruit bows that I think will look fab in the kitchen counter. Also attaching pic of a piggy pitcher- its quirky, unique. It can be used as a mini vase as well and adds lots charater to the space. :) Hope this helps

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JML Garden Rooms
9 years ago
I agree with Design Raaga and think that you have an amazing clean canvass there. Just needs some colourful accessories to liven it up a little. Personally I would get some huge big pictures or canvasses on the wall. I colourful rug iunder teh dining room table and I would probably paint just the island base in a bright cheerful colour. Probably red or yellow... just some thoughts!
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alant1000
9 years ago
You could quite quickly paint a single wall a feature colour or wall paper it, that would make a difference.
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Nikki Qesh
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9 years ago
Thank you very much everyone. JmL gardens I like the idea of the pictures on the wall
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Naken Interiors
9 years ago
Lovely kitchen you have there, just needs pops of colour. I agree with the above; colourful art and a rug under the dining table. Also I would suggest an nice pendant light above the dining table, lots of colourful accessories on the side and also you can get some brightly coloured appliances.
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hortonhearsawho2013
9 years ago
how about wrapping the base of the island in copper sheeting? Or something with texture? Or painting it with a copper metalic paint?
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jbruner90
9 years ago
I would start by finding some art you really love, something colourful, bold and quirky -perhaps a Picasso? Then introduce some of those colours, shapes and textures into the rest of the room. Once you have a feel of what you want, try looking around market places, online artisan shops or your local antique shops to find truly unique and quirky objects. I always love contrasting modern with antique and vintage. Play with colours and don't be afraid to mix things up!
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iolosdad
9 years ago
boring ? I know hundreds who'd die for a kitchen like that !
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DINA G SCULPTURE
9 years ago
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A nice vibrant colour on the walls, orange, deep red or parrot green, or vibrant yellow will give a lot of character I will dare to paint the ceiling as well this is important as it will create more distance and make the ceiling look higher.
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Nathan Jemison
9 years ago
Just wanted to say, I think it looks absolutely amazing as it is.
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kira5817
9 years ago
Barstools! That will fill in the space between the island and the eating area.
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Chi Consultants
9 years ago
hi nikki, consider two pendant lights on the sides of yout island, they will make the trick to sync modern gypsum ceiling and classic kitchen.
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slimberley
9 years ago
Great kitchen to work with - I love the ideas to do something with the base of the island, as thAt would really give the room a massive shot of personality. Cladding it might be easier than painting, but it depends if you've got doors etc on the other side.
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Sam Hill
9 years ago
I have a huge number of books. Is never swap them for anything.
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Residential Property Owner
9 years ago
Wall decor or something's remind you to feel good when staying or working at the kitchen. Something's makes you happy but not to look as like canvas different in the eyes of your growing kids( or if you have more) it is a part of house to live spent 3 or more times a day, occasional or with accepting guest. In day to day life I guess, there is no other perfect decoration, is your kids running safe around but not like playing football in the size of small kitchen full of things don't need. And also your convenient living add you more beautiful momma there. Congratulation!. Many people dreaming to have similar spacious kitchen like you have. Have a nice day!
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Jaimie K Designs Ltd
9 years ago
you have a large kitchen and it could definitely take a strong bold colour like a burnt orange. This would add a wonderful warmth to the room and works well with the light oak units. re upholster the dining chairs in a funky stripe to compliment.
I can't see the whole area but you could as another option have a feature wall in the dining area and pick a colour from the paper to add colour to the kitchen area walls. Blue is another colour that goes well with light oak if you wanted a cooler feel to the room.
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JMDesign
9 years ago
I agree with Jaimie K design. I suggest Farrow and Ball Burnt Orange on the whole back wall - i.e the wall with the closed door in your photo and under and around the wall units on the same wall. I think this would lift the scheme and give added warmth and a lovely focal point.

I also think a rug under the dining table would bring extra warmth and interest. I suggest something like the HELIX rug or MAZE 1 rug from Woven Ground to work with the orange.

http://wovenground.net/modern/orange/maze-i/orange/lifestyle
http://wovenground.net/modern/orange/helix/orange
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Nikki Qesh
Original Author
9 years ago
Thank you so much everyone! I'm rug shopping today :) and will also get a few display ornaments then arrange for the wall after Christmas
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Jaimie K Designs Ltd
9 years ago
thats great would love to see it when all done. Have wonderful Christmas and New Year
Amsca Interiors
9 years ago
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Feature wallpaper? We had this put up and everyone loves it!!! Probably doesn't help as your far wall seems quite fair away.
tavolla
9 years ago
It is not a boring kitchen ...it's a new kitchen ....i would give anythingto have a kitchen like this
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KR Kitchen Remodeling, LLC
9 years ago
bar stools in your favorite bold color - love your baby carriage hope you have a very happy holiday!
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Nikki Qesh
Original Author
9 years ago
Charlie Patel, I like the wallpaper idea, and KR Kitchen remodeling I love the bar stools suggestion I just need to find the right ones. I'm so caught in between new age and vintage stuff. I need something very unique
Nikki Qesh
Original Author
9 years ago
Here is the full kitchen, and a picture I picked up at a local Xmas market for £10, not sure if I should keep it in the kitchen so it's on the floor for now
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Jaimie K Designs Ltd
9 years ago
One of the most comprehensive bar stool companies is Atlantic. They have a wide range with modern, contemporary and vintage styled ones. If you go with orange then the print you have bought could go in with the scheme. For wallpapers have a look at Romo or Harlequin they have some lovely designs. I do think the dining area could take a feature wall so do look at that, it will define that area. Once you have decided on a wallpaper the rest will follow.
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Nikki Qesh
Original Author
9 years ago
Thank you Jamie K Designs Ltd. ever so helpful I appreciate it. Have a lovely Christmas
candijg
9 years ago
Add some beautiful orchids and clusters of photos of your family. Use black frames and loads of colour images. Mess it up a bit, add beautiful china and hang plates on walls, good luck!
bombel1972
9 years ago
lovely big kitchen/diner. i'm not sure if you'd be keen on painting the island? or as far as the featured wall. art/wallpaper are good ideas, but not sure if you'd also be keen on doing your own "footprints"? ---as in,you and your family/close friends putting their stamp on your wall (hand prints)?
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Ravenswood Designs
9 years ago
Some very good suggestions already but, in addition, one way to lift creams and browns is to get some grey in somewhere. We find grey is a designer's best friend and there are far more than fifty shades. We can't see the other end of the room but perhaps you could do something with the splash back area at not too high a cost and then, as others have suggested, some bright accents through accessories but, yes, it looks great as it is.
debbiemcintyre
8 years ago
Hiya. Just wondering how you are getting on with your kitchen? Interested to see what it may look like now. Was already beautiful to start with.
embletoni
8 years ago
I think it's a lovely space. I'd put a jute rug under the dining table, consider a larger rectangle table, and do something with the far wall - colour, Art, shelves.
chunkysox
8 years ago
nice bright splash back and a rug. big mirror at the end by the dining table - lovely.

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