Kitchen Ideas: Bright, happy cook spaces for summer - We all love the summer and we all love our kitchens, right? So why not try to sprinkle some seasonal charm throughout our cooking spaces to keep us smiling through the warmer, lighter months? The road to the happiness of the kitchen does not necessarily entail a complete overhaul of the kitchen, with the walls and the bright glass ceiling improving (although that would be nice, thank you very much). Just a few more easy steps - like a jug vintage bursting with roses and peonies - will be the quotient pleased no end. Shiny, happy people - we present you with your shiny happy kitchens ...
Lynda Miehe Associates
Cheer up yellow
a surefire way to create sunny, happy atmosphere throughout the house, not least in the kitchen is to add a little yellow. This plain white kitchen has been raised to the happiest place in the house thanks to the extent of vibrant yellow on a wall. Or you could present some citrus yellow chairs, kettle lemon or a toaster or even just a rounded vase with sunflowers and marigolds.
Browse 10 other reasons to add to your kitchen yellow
a surefire way to create sunny, happy atmosphere throughout the house, not least in the kitchen is to add a little yellow. This plain white kitchen has been raised to the happiest place in the house thanks to the extent of vibrant yellow on a wall. Or you could present some citrus yellow chairs, kettle lemon or a toaster or even just a rounded vase with sunflowers and marigolds.
Browse 10 other reasons to add to your kitchen yellow
Bruce Hemming Photography
gather around a table
Nothing raises the stakes happy kitchen as a large, sturdy table where family and friends can gather.
If possible, place your slap bang table in the middle of the room so you can cook while you chat. Dress him simply with a cloth or a starched linen sheet, a vase filled with fresh flowers, and especially a gathering of people of your choice.
Nothing raises the stakes happy kitchen as a large, sturdy table where family and friends can gather.
If possible, place your slap bang table in the middle of the room so you can cook while you chat. Dress him simply with a cloth or a starched linen sheet, a vase filled with fresh flowers, and especially a gathering of people of your choice.
SchappacherWhite architecture D.P.C.
Chalk blackboard
Happy kitchens must work for each family member - parent style-conscious scribbling loving all -small.
Tick one box on each list cheerful turning a wall into a giant blackboard where children can scribble and adults can keep on track with diary dates, and to do lists. Moreover, it is the perfect finishing touch to the appearance on the monochrome trend.
bag more inspiration for the creation of a kitchen blackboard
Happy kitchens must work for each family member - parent style-conscious scribbling loving all -small.
Tick one box on each list cheerful turning a wall into a giant blackboard where children can scribble and adults can keep on track with diary dates, and to do lists. Moreover, it is the perfect finishing touch to the appearance on the monochrome trend.
bag more inspiration for the creation of a kitchen blackboard
JM Interiors
Stock your cabinets
a well-stocked larder kitchen will guarantee a happy family. Because, despite all the talk of social centers and open-plan living, kitchens are primarily places to prepare food. If you have the space, a dedicated mortise can bring order to the goods and dried cans and provide a home for bread boxes, mixers and other kitchen kit.
Larder or not, this is a good time to make an inventory of all your food, rejecting jars and out-of-date bottles, storage over most of the summer and decanting packets of pasta, rice and cereals in classic glass jars Kilner.
a well-stocked larder kitchen will guarantee a happy family. Because, despite all the talk of social centers and open-plan living, kitchens are primarily places to prepare food. If you have the space, a dedicated mortise can bring order to the goods and dried cans and provide a home for bread boxes, mixers and other kitchen kit.
Larder or not, this is a good time to make an inventory of all your food, rejecting jars and out-of-date bottles, storage over most of the summer and decanting packets of pasta, rice and cereals in classic glass jars Kilner.
SOUP Architects Ltd
Drink in the views
This spectacular maxes kitchen vibes summer happy-go-lucky. With glass walls that slide back, the views breathtaking blend and seamless indoor / outdoor living should make each day begins with a smile. Add in the plans of yellow citrus and a large dining table Central, and chances are that the whole family will set up camp all summer.
While most of us are not lucky enough to have a kitchen like this, we can brighten our own prospects by carefully cleaning the kitchen windows and the blinds to let the light bleaching pour into the sunny days. (And if you are not neglected, consider taking down window treatments during the summer months).
This spectacular maxes kitchen vibes summer happy-go-lucky. With glass walls that slide back, the views breathtaking blend and seamless indoor / outdoor living should make each day begins with a smile. Add in the plans of yellow citrus and a large dining table Central, and chances are that the whole family will set up camp all summer.
While most of us are not lucky enough to have a kitchen like this, we can brighten our own prospects by carefully cleaning the kitchen windows and the blinds to let the light bleaching pour into the sunny days. (And if you are not neglected, consider taking down window treatments during the summer months).
Vintage Beach
Surround yourself with beautiful things
Like all other rooms in the house, a happy kitchen must be filled with pieces you love. In my case, it means a generous handful of floral vintage tableware in soft, candy colors.
For others, the decoration nirvana might come in the form of stripes, polka dots or crisp, geometric patterns, whether on plates, cups, sheets or tiles. Some new parts in the summery tones, whether a gay rag or a shiny new set of coffee cups, can lift the whole room.
Like all other rooms in the house, a happy kitchen must be filled with pieces you love. In my case, it means a generous handful of floral vintage tableware in soft, candy colors.
For others, the decoration nirvana might come in the form of stripes, polka dots or crisp, geometric patterns, whether on plates, cups, sheets or tiles. Some new parts in the summery tones, whether a gay rag or a shiny new set of coffee cups, can lift the whole room.
Logan Killen Interiors
Create a unique look
happiness for me is all about a relaxed attitude to life, and that includes related kitchen all things. While white shiny lines and units virgin surfaces could be one way ticket to happyland for some, I prefer a medley mix-and-match sink stands, butcher blocks and eccentric, freestanding pieces.
Add in a pastel color refrigerator and a wall shelf distressed vintage and the result is an all-embracing, welcoming hub.
happiness for me is all about a relaxed attitude to life, and that includes related kitchen all things. While white shiny lines and units virgin surfaces could be one way ticket to happyland for some, I prefer a medley mix-and-match sink stands, butcher blocks and eccentric, freestanding pieces.
Add in a pastel color refrigerator and a wall shelf distressed vintage and the result is an all-embracing, welcoming hub.
Gabriel Holland Interior Design
Beautify with flowers and buds
There is no denying the simple pleasures that flowers can bring. And fill your kitchen with fresh flowers from the garden, dynamics greenery and fragrant buds will certainly raise the spirits.
deep, spacious Belfast sinks (especially in an adjoining utility room or boot) are a real boon to organize Flower lovers, as the stems can be cut and soaked ready to create a fabulous display. Similarly, as a backdrop, they complete the rustic look of a colorful bouquet of wildflowers.
There is no denying the simple pleasures that flowers can bring. And fill your kitchen with fresh flowers from the garden, dynamics greenery and fragrant buds will certainly raise the spirits.
deep, spacious Belfast sinks (especially in an adjoining utility room or boot) are a real boon to organize Flower lovers, as the stems can be cut and soaked ready to create a fabulous display. Similarly, as a backdrop, they complete the rustic look of a colorful bouquet of wildflowers.
Joanna Thornhill Interiors
Bake a cake
Dust off your mixing bowls and spatulas and prepare for your own version of Great British Bake Off . Because there is nothing more comforting than baking a cake or pudding, and then enjoy the fruits of your labors with some friends.
Piles of colorful ceramics and summer cooking kit look as good, and to leave them on show like this should inspire you to get to work.
Dust off your mixing bowls and spatulas and prepare for your own version of Great British Bake Off . Because there is nothing more comforting than baking a cake or pudding, and then enjoy the fruits of your labors with some friends.
Piles of colorful ceramics and summer cooking kit look as good, and to leave them on show like this should inspire you to get to work.
Blakes London
Bask in the warm glow
Our love affair with the hot metallized does not seem to lose its luster, and of gold, copper or brass parts are the pick-me-up perfect for happy cuisines. Plump for bright and lively or dull mat (or a combination) with copper pendants, shiny gold panels or hot copper faucets. The light they emit see you through even the most traditional time (ie cold and wet!) British Summer ...
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What is your secret of a happy kitchen? Share your ideas comments below.
Our love affair with the hot metallized does not seem to lose its luster, and of gold, copper or brass parts are the pick-me-up perfect for happy cuisines. Plump for bright and lively or dull mat (or a combination) with copper pendants, shiny gold panels or hot copper faucets. The light they emit see you through even the most traditional time (ie cold and wet!) British Summer ...
Tell us ...
What is your secret of a happy kitchen? Share your ideas comments below.