Whether you are looking to sell your home or add value in a quick way, a new kitchen can make your entire house feel updated. Whatever layout you have, these kitchen decorating ideas will help you remodel your décor and features for style, function and flair in the heart of your home.
Updated Backsplash
Updating your cooking and food prep area with a tile backsplash is a visually appealing, functional and long-lasting design choice. It allows plenty of room for your own creativity to shine through. If you opt for subway tile, you can even design your own pattern that harmonizes with the look you want. Check out more kitchen backsplash trends.
Makeover Outdated Cabinets
With a little work and a few basic DIY skills, you can brighten a large or small kitchen design with fresh paint and new cabinet hardware. For a clean, sophisticated look, consider neutral tones or a bright shade of white. Check out How to Prep and Paint Kitchen Cabinets and our Cabinet Hardware Buying Guide for help with these simple kitchen ideas.
Add a Kitchen Island
From dining to dish storage to comfy seating, islands are for much more than preparing food these days. No matter your needs or the size of your kitchen, there’s an island for you.
Open Concept and Update
Opt for open shelves instead of upper cabinets to provide display space and make a small kitchen feel larger. Install shelves at standard upper-cabinet height. The lower shelf should be approximately 18 inches above the counter. Learn how to create your own Built-In Kitchen Wall Shelf.
New Countertops
You might be surprised by how much new countertops impact kitchen designs. For example, this sleek granite countertop is beautiful enough to serve as a focal point for your entire kitchen. Get more ideas with our Countertop Buying Guide.
Upgrade Your Appliances
One of the most popular kitchen updates is installing new energy-efficient appliances, such as a new range, a microwave, an ENERGY STAR® certified refrigerator and a water-saving dishwasher.