Kitchen accent colours
Michelle
7 years ago
Kitchen is almost in. Waiting on worktops (white) and a few other bits. Now, accent colours!? I have white blue and navy in the blinds. I am thinking orange accents? I seen some nice blue and orange bowls and cups that I will stack on open shelves
What colour would you go for with the island pendants?
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Jenny Carter
7 years agoMichelle
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Comments (14)Hi Kelly. It looks a great room. I would just add a textured throw over the arm of the sofa and some contrast and texture for the cushions and perhaps introduce another pattern. If you don't like colour then texture is fine but blush would be great. You could also add sheepskin seat pads (try Nordic house) for the chairs or just a sheepskin rug thrown over the back of one chair for a much cheaper option. I'd also change the glass fruit bowl for something else, maybe an old misshaped wooden bowl but something in a different material/texture. Personally I feel the tv and art is hung just a little too high but the TV might be fine for you! A couple of accessories would also be great. I've attached a pic of a dandelight which looks great under a cloche. In terms of faux plants and I always say this (!) but I love pussy willow and eucalyptus together and will work well in your room. I agree with Carolina re adding something on the left. You don't need this at all and may hate feature walls but I can see you like industrial so have found these wallpapers from rebel walls which I just thought I'd share! I agree with ggirl though, just let the room evolve a little more when you find things you love as it looks great already...See MoreAccent colour and soft furnishings for grey victorian lounge
Comments (29)You could add a number of things to help bring life to the room. You have chosen the perfect muted colour scheme that will complement lots of art work and colours. From your photos I would say you could add a large mirror above the fire place- you could go for something to complement the period of the property and fireplace or something slightly more industrial would work as it looks like you are already mixing contemporary and period with your choices of furniture and finishes. Art will be a huge help as well. Choose some large and smaller pieces to compliment the size of the room- you look like you enjoy your music and media (from the large tv and speakers) maybe some repro or original posters of favourite films? Or framed vinyl covers of you favourite albums. Pick things that you aesthetically connect with. Art is personal and should be something you enjoy every time you look at it, so pick pieces because you like them. It doesn’t need to be expensive. You could also think about a statement clock in the room as well. Lots of options I would say. Do not feel limited by a particular colour scheme with the art- go with things you enjoy looking at. For the sofa -with throws-mimic nature- stick to earthy tones grey browns you can pick up lots of cosy throws in these colours or animal Hyde type colours or actual Hyde’s...and once you have chosen your art- find cushions that are different sizes and textures (not leather) to help soften the look of the sofa and draw the eye away from its shape and on to the cushions! Or go with the nature theme and embrace the animal Hyde’s colours and it will all tie in with the leather. Of course these suggestions depend on personal preference but there are lots of ideas on houzz and pictures that can help with inspiration...hope my suggestions are of use!!...See MoreF&B Breakfast Room Green office - now what accent colours?
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Comments (2)The great thing about having a neutral background like this is that you can put almost any colour you like. For my bathrooms, I kept all the fixtures neutral* and just added colour with towels and small items. I like strong colour, so I have sets in petrol blue, burnt orange and strong green (these also link back to the bedrooms). Depending on how large the painted wall is, you could leave it neutral (maybe with a picture?) or go wild with wallpaper. I would tend to go with chrome for the various fixtures, since that is what you already have. For colours, perhaps something to make it feel warm, since it is north facing. Coral -> orange -> red shades, perhaps? It depends how strong a contrast you like. The best way is to either make up some paint samples to see what works, or get a couple of small items and see how well they go. You won't easily get a wide range of shades for bins, etc, so maybe keep those neutral. And remember that the same colour can look very different when it is shiny than when it is matte. If in doubt about an item, keep it neutral! * I had a tile shortage in one room, and added a deep strip of contrasting tiles in petrol blue. For an emergency decision, this has worked really well....See MoreJenny Carter
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indiafrancis
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PROCreate Perfect
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7 years agoOrange is the perfect colour to complement blue, as it sits opposite it on the colour wheel.
I agree that copper tones could work well. How about this light pendant from Industville.
http://industville.co.uk/collections/vintage-antique-industrial-urban-retro-reproduction-lamps-home-bar-and-restaurant-lighting/products/old-factory-vintage-pendant-light-copper-12-inch
Be careful not to overdo the orange/copper though- an accent should be no more than 5-10% of the room.
Best of luck. Would love to see a finished pic!
Kate
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Mairead Moloney
7 years agoHi we've recently had kitchen extension. F&B railings for island & Purbeck Stone for units. I bought these lights from Industville, great price & give off beautiful glow (bulbs bought from Dunelm). Your kitchen looks amazing! Yellow/mustard goes well with blue & grey. Best of luck.
Mairead Moloney
7 years agoBought a mustard colour oilcloth yesterday, it really compliments the railings & grey colours in the kitchen.
PROThe Lighting Company
7 years ago
PROPeriod Property Store
7 years agoHi Michelle
The kitchen looks great so far.
Here are some examples of our pendant lighting that would really work well. I think brass would look good but we do offer many of these models in Copper and Pewter.
Cool and Contemporary Country Style Kitchen · More Info
Kitchen Inspiration · More Info
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Vintage Style Pendant Light - Dark Grey Pewter - 12 inch · More Info
Vintage Industrial Style Small Metal Dome Pendant Light - Brass - 8 inch · More Info
Vintage Industrial Style Metal Dome Lamp Shade - Copper - 13 inch · More Info
Vintage Style Step Style Metal Lampshade - Brass - 16 inch · More Info
To see the full range visit our websiteHope these give you some good ideas! Thanks. Adam
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The Lighting Company
7 years agoJust a thought, we could also have lights made in your choice of colours. For example these could be made in F&B colours.
We have loads more styles. This is a burnt orange but we can do any F&B colour. Bespoke paint will add a little to the cost but it's worth it for a completely unique kitchen.
Here's a link to a few more.
https://www.lightingcompany.co.uk/lighting-ten-of-the-best-c91
You can always call us or email should you wish to talk it through. The team are lovely here, real people who are know lots about lighting and they enjoy helping.
Tel 01643 707505 or email Sales@lightingcompany.co.uk
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PROJ&G Design Studio Ltd
7 years agoCopper would definately work very nicely. You can also combine copper, gold and silver as per image below - Tom Dixon lights. I would definitely suggest Orange as an accent and a bit of yellow too. It will bring the room alive.
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