When selecting white or black cabinet surfaces for the clean, minimalist look, homeowners could miss out on an opportunity to infuse their space with meaning. Despite the freedom and individuality designing with color offers, they might be hesitant to use color in their home because they are worried about either tiring of it or having it go out of style. However, there are ways to include color in a home that are streamlined and sophisticated, so they don’t have to miss out on creating soulful spaces that echo their experiences.
Listed below are three color palettes that designers can use to help bring any homeowner’s story to life, without taking away timeless appeal.
Cultivate Unexpected Elegance with Light-Colored Neutrals
REHAU RAUVISIO ingrain™ Seaside Pine © Above the Horizon Media
White cabinet surfaces are often chosen to make a space feel bright and open, but these same surfaces can also leave a room feeling empty and cold. Set the space apart by incorporating color to bring back feelings of warmth and comfort.
If your clients still want to achieve the bright, open look of white cabinets without losing the soulfulness provided by color, consider using light-colored neutrals for surfaces. These toned-down hues are an excellent option for anyone hoping to maximize brightness in their space while still staying true to themselves. With numerous options of light-colored neutrals out there, you’re sure to find one that tells your client’s individual story.
Forge a Bold Design with Darker Tones
RAUVISIO noir™ Midnight Dash © REHAU
When adding depth and drama to the home, black cabinet surfaces may seem like the obvious choice, but they’re not the only option. Darker tones of colors such as navy, terracotta and olive add richness to a design and are best suited for those aiming for elegance and style.
While these colors can stand out on their own, they’re also great backdrops to display favorite memories and items that showcase who your clients truly are. Transport their imagination and senses to worlds of the past by choosing from the range of bold colors. For a showstopping design that speaks to the depths of their story (like a memorable ski trip), choose a lush dark gray or an entrancing deep navy. Do they need to be reminded of warmer days? Draw inspiration from the desert with the terracotta tones.
Light a Spark of Sophistication with Metallic Surfaces
RAUVISIO ferro™ metallic PET surface in Gilded Arrow © Ketchum Photography
If homeowners are interested in spicing up their home’s surfaces but aren’t keen on saturated colors, metallic colors are a great option to create a refined space that catches the eye from all directions. Metallic surfaces go beyond the industrial look of stainless steel.
There are a range of warm and cool tones that allow an aura of sophistication to emanate from surfaces. Whether warmer or cooler hues speak to them, metallics can offer unique flare to a home by providing a sleek and versatile look that isn’t plain black or white. You’ll find that metal kitchen or bathroom cabinet surfaces complement a wide range of materials. Explore a mix of textures by pairing metal with wood, stone or matte materials to achieve tasteful contrast.
—By Jesse Collins, Director of Marketing Communications at REHAU
