The flavour of the day kitchen

It’s the place where we prepare our meals, do the dishes, have a bite, store the groceries, the place for a conversation about both the extraordinary and the mundane. In every household, the kitchen is one of the most popular rooms. A focal point that we try to decorate in the flavour of the day, making it as warm and inviting as possible. We mainly seek a kitchen that’s in step with the current styles, aesthetically pleasing and, above all, functional. Now, since people are spending more time at home, they’re paying increasing attention to their kitchen décor and, for that matter, the home decor in general. They entertain more and cook more.
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Cupboards and counters
Colours and finishes
Floor coverings
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As well as its immediate and obvious advantages, kitchen redecoration is also a solid investment. In fact, kitchen renovation, like bathroom renovation, is the most lucrative of all renovation projects. It’s estimated that 75% of kitchen renovation costs are recovered at the time of sale of the property.

Cupboards and counters

Whether the kitchen is modern or traditional, wood prevails when it comes to cupboards. In contemporary kitchens, most opt for light coloured species like maple, birch or beech, while choosing darker coloured woods for classic crown or picture mouldings in traditional style kitchens.

When it comes to counters, stratified materials remain the most popular. More and more homeowners are choosing dark coloured materials that offer the benefit of hiding joint lines. Granite and synthetic materials are also in demand, while stainless steel counters are becoming important players in this market. In traditional kitchens, many are turning towards ceramic tiles.

Colours and finishes

Colours like yellow, ochre, blue and turquoise are adorning kitchens. People are seeking to create a fresh and dynamic, yet muted, kitchen atmosphere. The marriage of yellow and blue is particularly popular. On the other hand, very dark colours like forest-green tend to be losing ground. The Zen influence, with its sober décor and pastel tones, is making strides into the kitchen.

If traditionally we used to apply glossy or semi-gloss finishes on the kitchen walls, it’s now no longer the case. Among others, Sico’s Cashmire paint comes in a matte finish that’s easily washable, so is well adapted to a kitchen setting. However, glossy finishes still retain an advantage over matte; they reflect room light more effectively.
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