3 Ways to Personalize Your Kitchen Design

by Samanth Rose

 

People love to scroll through sites like Instagram and Pinterest dreaming of a gorgeous professionally designed kitchen. While the glamorous photos are undoubtedly inspiring, there is something missing from those staged kitchens: the personal touch of real people actually living there.

The best kitchens are not only beautifully designed, they are personalized to reflect the lives and personalities of the people creating memories there. So, once you’ve designed your kitchen to make it photo-worthy, don’t forget to make it your own.

There are so many ways you can take any approach to kitchen design and customize it based on your family memories, your dreams, and your values. Here are 3 ways you can personalize your kitchen design:

 

1. Social

For many families, the kitchen is truly the heart of the home. If you have an open concept layout, your home is designed to revolve around the kitchen. If you’re someone who loves to entertain and socialize, you want to make sure your kitchen will support and reflect the social activities you pursue there.

There are many different ways a kitchen can be a social center. For example, maybe you love to invite friends to your home for weekly entertaining. Or, maybe your home is the site for extended family gatherings.  Or maybe you have a large family living under your roof who are constantly in-and-out of the kitchen throughout the day.

Ideally, your kitchen design should be personalized to match your most frequent and preferred activities. For example, if you do a lot of weekend entertaining, you might want to carve out space for a wine cooler or a bar area. On the other hand, a large family should make space for a table that can be extended to seat everyone in addition to plenty of storage for all the dishware you’ll need. 

 

2. Cozy 

If you’re someone who enjoys cooking and baking, your kitchen is probably often warm with delicious scents wafting through. You can build upon this to create a kitchen with a real cozy vibe.

Rustic elements like weathered wood can add to that sense of warmth. You’ll probably also want to add plush fabrics to your seating and perhaps even an area rug. Embrace deep earthy tones and lean into homey decorative items to fill empty space. You’ll also want to be sure to have lighting options that can create a soft glow ambiance. 

If you love a cozy kitchen, be sure to personalize it with accessories that reflect your favorite family traditions and memories. Showcasing an antique pitcher that belonged to your great-aunt or a photographed copy of your grandmother’s favorite recipe written out by hand make it easy to share family stories in the kitchen.

 

3. Transitional

Remodeling a kitchen can be an expensive endeavor, so sometimes the most practical approach is to complete it in stages. Luckily, there are many ways to have a transitional kitchen that looks cohesive throughout the process while also reflecting your unique personality.

When planning for a transitional kitchen, you want to be sure that your first step involves establishing a neutral color for your base. While white or off-white might be traditional choices, you can also work with shades of gray or even muted blue tones. Be sure to incorporate timeless elements like woods, metals, and stone that can integrate with different design styles. 

Adding in herbs, flowers, edible plants, and other greenery can help make your kitchen feel fresh and vibrant no matter what your style. To personalize a transitional kitchen, consider investing early on in a statement piece that is representative of your ultimate vision – this can then serve as the unique focal point of your design.

When you’re personalizing your kitchen, it can be a good idea to bring in an expert to help you see even more possibilities and make sure your dream can be brought to life Here at RTA Wood Cabinets, we’ll give you a FREE kitchen design with one of our design experts to help you optimize your kitchen layout. Even if you’re working with a limited budget, it’s still possible to get quality cabinetry to create your dream look.

To find out more, give us a call today at: 1-800-788-7575.