Whether you’re doing a full remodel or just making a few upgrades, you want to make your kitchen design choices carefully. You and your family spend a lot of time in the kitchen, so you want to ensure all your design choices are things you’ll be happy to look at every day. Some design choices seem like good ideas at the time, but you regret them after a few months. Some are easier to reverse than others, such as cabinet hardware, but that’s not always the case. Our team at Cabinet Outlet can help you avoid design mistakes in your kitchen.
From backsplashes to cabinet hardware, our team at Cabinet Outlet can help you avoid these common kitchen design mistakes.
Chaotic Hardware Choices
Hardware may be an easy way to add some character to your kitchen, but you don’t want to overdo it. Overly ornate hardware can be visually overwhelming and can make your kitchen look chaotic if your other design choices are more modern. Mixing hardware can also make your kitchen look chaotic. Instead of putting different hardware on every cabinet, be deliberate about how you mix and match. For example, choose one style for cabinets and another for drawers if you want to mix and match.
Busy Backsplash Patterns
Your backsplash is the perfect place to introduce some color and visual interest, but you don’t want to make it too busy. A busy pattern on your backsplash that uses several colors or a loud pattern can clash with the rest of your kitchen. The backsplash can serve as a focal point, but you don’t want it to be the only thing you see when you walk into the kitchen.
Over-Filled Open Shelving
Open shelving is a popular alternative to traditional cabinets in kitchens with a minimalist style. If all your dishware matches and you have room to arrange it neatly on your shelves, open shelving has a very attractive look. However, if you’re not a minimalist and your dishware collection is a bit more eclectic, we think open shelving is a mistake. Over-filled open shelving will look messy and cluttered, which is not what you want in your kitchen. If your cabinets are bursting with dishware and appliances, being able to close the doors makes everything look organized and put-together.