Kitchen Designs That Pop

Here are a few kitchen designs that grab you with either a hit of color or a quirky kind of cabinet layout. There’s a fair bit of inspiration here for those who are after a culinary space with personality. A nearby lounge area pulls in more color too, with the introduction of a psychedelic feature wall, graphic rug, and contemporary sofa. Plum purple units and breakfast bar stools give an unusual edge to this kitchen. The juicy hue warms up the predominantly cream décor. Small accents of rich blue add just enough interest to this largely white kitchen scheme and work perfectly against the putty wall color. The kitchen units in this room are a sunny mix of yellow and white gloss fronts, but it really is the bright wall art and dining chairs that make this design sing. Four glass pendant lights bring a subtle line of sparkle to the contemporary setup. Chartreuse gloss units can sharpen the appearance of paler pieces. Note how the two tones fit together like a jigsaw piece across the focal wall, rather than ending in an abrupt line. The undulating horizon line of these wall cabinets is picked out and emphasized perfectly by contrasting charcoal and red materials. Such a deep contrast is in danger of appearing heavy, but this is avoided with the installation of a white base and larder units to brighten the look.