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Bold-Coloured Kitchen Ideas to Liven Up Your Interior

Updated: Jan 18

With all-white interiors being all the rage, a pop of colour has been long overdue — especially in the kitchen. Bright colours breathe life into the kitchen and dining space. They also provide prominence to reflective kitchen hardware, inject personality and add drama to the space. And because you spend a good portion of time in your kitchen, it pays off to invest in its appearance and make it worth being in. If you’re in for a burst of colour in your kitchen, we’ve collected all the inspiration you need! Here are our top picks for bold-coloured kitchen ideas to liven up your interior:

In the era of all-white interiors, the introduction of vibrant colours in the kitchen has been eagerly anticipated. Bold hues infuse energy into your kitchen and dining area, allowing reflective kitchen hardware to shine, infusing personality, and adding a touch of drama.

Considering the significant amount of time spent in the kitchen, investing in its aesthetics becomes highly rewarding. If you're seeking a burst of colour to rejuvenate your kitchen, we've curated an inspiring collection of bold-coloured kitchen ideas to elevate your interior. Explore these captivating options to breathe new life into your kitchen space and if you want to learn more, just book a chat with one of our Interior Design Gurus. They'll be happy to share their expert tips and useful insights to achieve an amazing result.

Bold-coloured Kitchen Ideas: Mix And Match Cabinet

Who said cabinetry has to be just one colour? Go for two different cabinet colours — or even three! You can use different colours for the upper and lower cabinets or divide the kitchen into three vertical sections. You may want to tone down your bold hues if you’re using three or more colours, though. Doing so keeps the look calming yet colourful. Notice the overhead lighting fixtures in the picture above? Another way to add colour right in front of you!

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Who said cabinetry has to be just one colour? Embrace the trend of multiple cabinet colours by opting for two or even three distinct shades. Experiment with different colors for upper and lower cabinets or divide your kitchen into three vertical sections for a striking effect. However, when using three or more colours, consider balancing vibrant hues with more subdued tones to maintain a vibrant yet harmonious look that adds depth and character to your kitchen space.

When choosing multiple cabinet colours, think about the overall colour scheme of your kitchen to ensure harmony. Utilise colour swatches and samples to visualise combinations and make informed decisions.

Bold-coloured Kitchen Ideas: Two Tones And Neutral Colours

Play around with colours and use two different hues to create visual interest. For example, you can incorporate complementary colours such as aubergine and soft pink for a bold yet elegant pop of colour. Or you can go with completely different colours such as dark blue and pale yellow for a more playful effect.

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Playing with colours offers endless possibilities to elevate your kitchen's visual appeal. Consider using two different hues to craft a captivating space. For instance, combine complementary colours like aubergine and soft pink for a bold yet sophisticated touch. Alternatively, opt for contrasting shades such as dark blue and pale yellow to infuse a playful and vibrant atmosphere. Experimenting with colour combinations allows you to express your unique style and create a kitchen that reflects your personality.

Colours can be added through the walls and cabinetry or any large surface area. When paired with wooden or natural materials (including the flooring or furniture), the look is kept from feeling overwhelming. If you find the right balance, any colour scheme can work out for your kitchen — no matter how many colours you add. Leaning on whites, greys, creams, and beiges as secondary colours supports the bright primary hues and helps put together a beautiful yet balanced colour scheme.

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Colours can be added through the walls and cabinetry or any large surface area. When paired with wooden or natural materials (including flooring or furniture), the look is kept from feeling overwhelming.

Achieving the perfect balance is key when incorporating multiple colours in your kitchen. Regardless of the number of colours used, a harmonious outcome is possible. Incorporate whites, greys, creams, and beiges as secondary colours to complement and balance the vibrant primary hues. This approach creates a beautiful and well-rounded colour scheme that ensures your kitchen exudes both energy and elegance.

Bold-coloured Kitchen Ideas: Contrast With Wallpaper

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For a guaranteed pick-me-up, find some colourful wallpaper and create contrast by pairing it with a bold, complementary colour in the cabinetry.

If you're feeling brave, you can inject further colour by picking ones from the wallpaper and sprinkling them throughout various parts of the kitchen. For example, you can add a more vibrant atmosphere by playing with the furniture, decor or backsplash.

Tips. A clever way to avoid colour overload is to keep a portion of the walls and flooring white or neutral — this way you'll avoid a crowded result and have, instead, a balanced atmosphere.

Bold-coloured Kitchen Ideas: A Single Colour

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Want a bright but not-so-colourful kitchen? Consider opting for a single bold colour.

Whether it’s green or blue, a single-hued kitchen makes for a sleek design statement. Be creative and play around with different tones of the one colour you choose to create visual interest, though. For example, the kitchen in the image above uses different hues of green for the backsplash and cabinetry, whilst a third tone is added via the plants. Learn more about how to balance colours in our blog post on the 60-30-10 colour rule.

Bold-coloured Kitchen Ideas: Elegant Dark

In for a gothic ambience? Black and grey pair together to create a moody colour palette, making your kitchen sleek and sophisticated whilst still keeping it relatively neutral. Matte black always works wonders for kitchen cabinetry and islands. Since you don’t have any actual “colours” in the kitchen, be sure to leverage other ways of creating contrast. For example, veined marble islands and countertops create a completely different vibe than the grains in the floor — and both work excellent for black, moody kitchens!

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What about some gothic ambience? Black and grey pair together to create a moody colour palette, making your kitchen sleek and sophisticated whilst still keeping it relatively neutral.

Matte black always works wonders for kitchen cabinetry and islands. Since you don’t have any actual “colours” in the kitchen, be sure to leverage other ways of creating contrast. For example, adding veined marble islands and countertops creates a completely different vibe than the grains on the floor — and both work excellent for black, elegant kitchens.

Bold-coloured Kitchen Ideas: A Splash Of Colour

Bold-coloured kitchens aren’t just about adding colour to every nook and cranny. You can experiment by adding just a splash of colour, too. One fantastic way to do so is by using only coloured cabinetry, keeping everything else relatively neutral. You can pair it with a patterned backsplash to ensure your kitchen still makes a statement — even with just a little colour added.

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Bold-coloured kitchens aren’t just about adding colour to every nook and cranny. You can experiment by adding just a splash of colour, too. You just need to choose where to focus your attention and have fun with colours.

One fantastic way to do so is by using only coloured cabinetry, keeping everything else relatively neutral. You can pair it with a patterned backsplash to ensure your kitchen still makes a statement, even with just a little colour added.

Utilise Art To Incorporate Colour

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A super easy, inexpensive, and quick-to-change way of adding bold colours to your kitchen is through wall art. Pick large, statement pieces for bare kitchen walls. Whether these feature your favourite spices or merely a handful of cute lemons, wall art instantly jazzes up kitchens.

Be sure to put together the right composition for your pieces to make the most of them. Learn about the best gallery wall compositions with our article about the best gallery wall compositions to include in your home.

Our Final Thoughts

Daring to experiment with vibrant hues not only adds visual excitement but also injects a sense of joy and personality into your cooking area. As you embrace these captivating colour schemes, you're bound to create a kitchen that fosters a more vibrant and lively atmosphere. The result? Your moments spent cooking and dining with loved ones become even more memorable, surrounded by an environment that sparks creativity and happiness.

So, don't hesitate to break free from the monotony of neutrals and let your kitchen reflect your vibrant spirit. Elevate your culinary experiences and make lasting memories in a kitchen that truly stands out.

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