Many housewives are convinced that gray interiors are frankly boring, and for such a room as a kitchen, they are completely destructive. But the gloom of gray is often contrived. Few people know that this seemingly absolutely neutral color, depending on its saturation, can cause a variety of associations. In the hands of skilled designers, it becomes an indispensable tool. Experts note that without the participation of the gray spectrum it is impossible to create interesting decors and argue that if you choose worthy companions for such a basic background, then the gray kitchen will turn out not only comfortable, but also unusually stylish.
harmonious combination of metallic kitchen furniture and walls
Gray: harmony or dissonance?
In a too spacious gray kitchen, you can’t do without the use of dark shades.
The gray palette is multifaceted. At its beginning there is a dirty white tone, and the color run of overflows is almost black. Undoubtedly, too dark tones of gray, monochrome used in the design of the room, will reward it with a gloomy atmosphere, but its light shades, on the contrary, will become an excellent backdrop for decorative creativity. To understand the nuances of creating a harmoniously perceived interior, you should familiarize yourself with the design rules.
The main task of the designer is to make the room of any kitchen area perceived as spacious. This effect can be achieved by making the walls and ceiling in light colors. Moreover, in small rooms it is undesirable to play on contrasts and add colors saturated with dark richness to the main background. But in a too spacious gray kitchen, you can’t do without the use of dark shades. They will absorb excess light and rid the space of ringing emptiness.
Due to the fact that the gray color is neutral, it can really be mixed with any other tones, even flashy bright ones, introducing them into the interior with textiles, furniture and decorative elements. And don't be afraid to overdo it. No matter how many colors you add, the kitchen will still remain quite calm and seasoned.
the main highlight of the gray kitchen is the use of colored tiles
Furnishing kitchen spaces can also be done in different ways. For interiors that shine with elegance, neutral white, beige, creamy furniture is more suitable, although bright glossy facades will not spoil the overall perception.
back to index ↑gray kitchen: the most successful combination options
The readiness of gray to be combined with any tones makes the task of color solution easier. You are free to create options that impress you on your own. Do not be afraid to be considered tasteless, experiment with colors - and believe me, the combinations you come up with will always turn out stylish.Those who do not really like to fantasize and do not have the desire to lay out color solitaire games for hours can use the popular tandems, which are considered classic in the design environment. Pay attention to the following options:
- Duet of white and gray. The simultaneous use of these shades gives rise to a simple, cozy interior, conducive to a relaxing pastime. In spacious rooms, some coldness can emanate from such walls, but this drawback can be easily eliminated. Arrange bright glassware on open shelves and fill the space with the shine of the metal surfaces of the stove, sink, desktop. It is better to cover the floors in such an interior with laminate, tile or linoleum, imitating slices of light wood. And it will be just fine if you can furnish the kitchen of such a gray color with cabinet furniture, tables and chairs made of natural wood.
a good solution - white furniture in a gray kitchen
- Red and gray duet. This approach can be called quite bold. But such a combination needs to be interesting to beat, and the right forms of decorative elements and the balance between cold gray and scalding red will help to do this. This pair should always have a leader who creates the main background and an accent assistant who draws attention to certain details. Most often, the dominant role in this tandem is given to a calmer gray. Inclusions of red are produced in doses, taking into account the volume of the decorated space. The principle here is this: the smaller the area, the less red. The presence of such a colorful color addition in the gray kitchen saves the room from being overloaded with decorative excesses.
- Grey-green duet. This combination is considered the most harmonious. The softness of turquoise, pine needles, mint, emerald perfectly brightens up the coldness of gray. At the same time, only a few details can be decorated in such natural colors, such as curtains, tablecloths, lampshades, patterns on wall tiles. The combination is natural and beautiful, but because of the contrast, you also need to be able to use it correctly. Remember, the more intense and brighter the green you choose, the more it will have to be diluted with gray. The finishing touch to the gray-green kitchen will be made by chrome elements, frosted stained-glass windows, metal utensils.
gray-green tandem in a gray kitchen
- Grey-pink duet. This combination is incredibly gentle, but at the same time, the resulting interior cannot be called exclusively feminine. To bring nobility and elegance into the atmosphere, mirrors gleaming with silver, iridescent silk or velvet curtains, and strict metal fittings are added to the interior.
- Gray-beige duo. Kitchens in this color scheme are always bright, cozy and light. However, designers believe that whiteness should be added to this pair, and used on an equal footing, as the third base shade. This is done if the decor contains warm shades of beige, namely:
– cappuccino;
- chocolate;
- coffee with milk.
The combination with the rest of the beige tones is quite self-sufficient and does not need to create bright accents.
- Grey-blue duet. The combination of this pair allows you to get quite stylish spaces. It all depends on which of the colors will become the main one, and which one will be complementary. Regardless of your choice, color accents should certainly be present in the interior of a gray-blue kitchen. For example, having decorated the walls in gray, install furniture with blue facades and decorate the decor with milk or beige vases, chandeliers, tablecloths.
- Gray-yellow duet. The combination is controversial, contradictory, and, therefore, some caution is needed when working with it. Dark gray and bright yellow will simply throw thunder and lightning. The former will look like a dark cloud, so the cheerfulness and sunshine of the latter will be absolutely suppressed.You can try to fix the situation, but it will require exorbitant efforts. It is much easier to abandon the saturated palette and use light shades of both colors in your work. By adding a little warmth of chocolate color to this difficult combination, you will get a very interesting interior solution.
yellow chairs in gray kitchen
Gray interior options
Do you want to get a gray kitchen, but don't like the monochrome option? You have a choice. Make one thing gray: either the walls or the furniture.
Gray walls are chosen by adherents of modern interiors, because with their help it is easier to convey the manufacturability and coldness of our time. Rough textures of natural stone, concrete, brick are effectively perceived. To decorate such an urban space, but in no case divert attention from the luxurious walls, you can use furniture with bright purple, red, sapphire blue facades.
bright household appliances will add their flavor to the gray kitchen
The gray walls, which managed to penetrate the classic kitchen interior, are perceived quite differently. In this version, they are assigned only the role of an unobtrusive background, designed to give the room a gallant elegance and emphasize the beauty of the furniture and decor as a whole.
In the spirit of minimalist hi-tech for a gray kitchen, furniture can also be made. Such a headset will differ in the gloss of surfaces. In some cases, even facades can be processed with decorative sequins. The contrasting combination of modules (gray with purple, coral, lilac) is complemented by cold reflections of aluminum fittings and the massiveness of porcelain stoneware worktops. Agree, such furniture will be noticeable even on the most elaborate background.
matte furniture and glossy purple worktop in a gray kitchen
Gray furniture for the classics looks completely different. It is made from solid wood. Its surfaces are most often matte, absorbing light. It is customary to process such furniture in such a way as to give it an old look. Cold metal elements are extremely rare, but frosted stained-glass windows and carvings are typical for it. Such gray furniture will look very organic in the soft and warm embrace of beige, cream or smoky walls.
back to index ↑The role of technology in kitchen decor
No matter what style the gray kitchen is decorated in, it should always have household appliances and other accessories. Stainless steel sink is versatile. It will easily fit into any interior. But as for the hob, refrigerator, hood and other appliances indispensable in the kitchen space, today it is not entirely correct to approach their choice only from the point of view of functionality. These things may well become full-fledged details of the interior and give it an absolute logical completeness.
bright colors of kitchen appliances in a gray kitchen turn into a central decor element
The ideal option would be a technique whose body has a bronze, steel or silver color, but if you plan to make the main design of the room in gray and white, then feel free to purchase classic white models.
back to index ↑Features of interior lighting in gray tones
The lighting of the kitchen, made in gray, should not only be sufficient, but even redundant. The fact is that the included light can make the interior darker or, conversely, lighter, and by several tones, which is quite noticeable. Keeping in mind that gray is essentially a shade color, install a lot of light sources in your kitchen - you should not amplify this unpleasant effect. Hang sconces, chandeliers, spotlights: let the play of light cheer you up. With the help of light, you can even zone the kitchen space. For example, highlight the work area with bright lighting from a fluorescent lamp, and the dining area with soft, but not dim light, pouring from a floor lamp or sconce.
zonal division of space in a gray kitchen using lighting
Outcome
Proven: a gray kitchen can really calm you down
The use of gray in the interior of the kitchen has its advantages. First of all, it is the color of purity, and its combination with white generally gives rise to a feeling of sterility. Agree, not an extra association for a room with specific functionality.
One of the obvious advantages of gray is its “emptiness”. This color is not perceived as other colors, its presence is usually not noticed. This property has allowed the gray palette to become an excellent background solution in the decor of a variety of styles and rooms.
For all its inconspicuousness and neutrality, this tone is not at all devoid of psychological impact. It has been proven that a gray kitchen can really calm you down. Don't believe? Do a little experiment and spend quite a bit of time in a room filled with soft gray radiation. Emotional balance will certainly return to you.
