Not a single set of other bright and newfangled shades, not to mention black and white classics, can remove brown kitchens from the pedestal of popularity. And the secret of success lies in the fact that only the color of chocolate and natural wood can create elegance, unique calmness, comfort, warmth, coziness in the interior and turn it into a real home for a family hearth. Therefore, thousands and thousands of people who started renovating their homes prefer brown kitchens. The widest range of shades of brown, which are perfectly combined with other colors, allows you to translate into reality the most original design plans.
brown color allows you to create a discreet and elegant kitchen interior design
A brown kitchen is a godsend for those who value not only the aesthetics of the environment, but also its practicality. And kitchen sets with brown facades will not require specific care, unlike light counterparts. Brown kitchens are always happy with classic decor, as well as all styles that use only natural materials and tones, such as country or chalet.
How to choose a shade of brown for the kitchen
For the kitchen, the classic of the genre is the presence in it of furniture made of natural high-quality wood, but, unfortunately, today life is such that solid wood furniture has become inaccessible to many inhabitants due to the extraordinary high cost. But a set of more economical materials that imitate natural wood is the best option. In this case, consumers will obviously be pleased with the huge selection of facade shades offered, the spectrum of which opens with black-brown wenge, and completes with a shade of coffee with milk. And all of them can be collected on one surface. The play of brown weaves will create a unique and amazingly comfortable atmosphere in the interior at the same time.
brown kitchen design with island
In general, brown tones in the kitchen are always a win-win option, regardless of whether you choose a cold or warm, light or dark shade, because this is a spectrum of successful and purposeful personalities.
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Of course, the demand for brown in the design of the kitchen space is due to the obvious advantages of the palette.
- Versatility. All ages are submissive to love for brown, so it is in favor with both young and old people. It is beautiful in classic interiors and in ethnic directions. The tone is even acceptable in hi-tech, but subject to the support of appropriate accessories.
- The richness of the palette. True classic brown seems frankly boring to some. But one has only to take a closer look at its spectral range, and you will see a huge number of gorgeous natural shades:
- caramel;
minimalistic brown kitchen design
- beige;
- sand;
- walnut;
- chocolate;
- coffee;
- chestnut;
- wenge.
And this is just the beginning of the list.
beamed ceiling in the interior of a brown kitchen
- Practicality. Undoubtedly, keeping order in non-marking brown kitchens is much easier than in fashionable, shining white decors, full of glossy surfaces and reflective metal fittings..
- Loyalty in combinations. Being a neutral color, the brown tone manages not to draw attention to itself, moreover, it blends seamlessly with an amazing number of shades of a diverse color palette. Brown can be a unifying beginning, which will give a chance even to a person far from design work to connect absolutely all elements of the kitchen interior into a harmonious ensemble:
- floor;
- ceiling;
- walls;
- textiles;
- furniture;
- decorative accessories.
beige color creates a warm and cozy atmosphere in the interior of the kitchen, and metallic color island - strict elegance
- Positive psychological impact. In brown kitchens there is a special atmosphere in which you can quickly relax, calm down, recharge with a sense of security and stability. Naturally, this will appeal to people who are restrained in emotions, prudent and balanced, as well as those who need psychological relief after a hard day of work full of fuss, noise and vivid emotions.
How to dilute the brown color in the decor
The ideal partner for brown is the caramel, beige and cream spectrum. A good partner for rich deep brown will be champagne or ivory. The use of these shades will dilute the dark color of the companion, soften it and present it in a favorable light. You can fill the brown kitchen with bright accents, invoking fruit and berry tones.
contrasting design: a combination of brown and white glossy facades in the interior of the kitchen
"Hurrah!" the play of textures, patterns on textiles, in surface finishing will be perceived. A prerequisite for brown kitchens with a minimum number of transitions of shades and contrasts is the presence of relief patterns. The use of exclusively matte, smooth or glossy surfaces will make the overall background of the decor blurry and blurry.
So that the kitchen does not become dull and gloomy, you need to add a couple of interesting contrasts to its atmosphere. For example, a brown set will look great against light walls. To soften the impression of contrast, the floor in such a kitchen should be covered with caramel-colored material.
Black and brown furniture with white facades and countertops will be a great addition to the snow-white background of the walls.
raspberry apron and small round lamps, matched to the tone - a bright accent in the interior of a brown kitchen
For lovers of dark interiors, the following option is suitable. A rich brown set with a steel top is complemented by household appliances in the same shiny metal cases. The unifying moment in the decor will be a work wall lined with mosaics. Its color mix will contain all the shades used in the decoration and furnishings.
Such rich brown kitchens can also be placed against the background of sea-green walls, provided that the same colors appear in the decor of the work area.
If you want to see your kitchen bright and in warm colors, then you should use honey-brown tones in its decor. To decorate such an interior, it is worth purchasing headsets in shades of alder, beech, red oak, cherry, sakura or light wenge. Contrast with light walls will be colorful elements such as dining area chairs, work wall tiles, countertops and dark floors.
brown kitchen design in hi-tech style
A combination of dark brown with gray and white will give the kitchen a wonderful atmosphere. This decor will be restrained and elegant.The main task is to combine these three colors with maximum harmony, without sudden changes, so that the overall background is as calm as possible. All appliances in such brown kitchens should have metallic housings, countertops should resemble natural stone (the gray surface should have brown blotches). The unifying factor for such a color scheme will be the tone of the tiles in the work area. It is this finishing material in the decor that will play the main connecting role.
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Natural wood, which is used to make the facades of the suite and dining group items, is a classic option for a brown kitchen, but since average consumers are not able to afford such delights due to their high cost, more budgetary offers should be considered, such as hand-crafted furniture from MDF or popular chipboard. Its unsightly facades are hidden behind natural veneer, so these sets always look elegant and solid.
yellow island in brown kitchen interior
The bulk of the inhabitants prefer options for economy class brown kitchens, the surfaces of which are covered with plastic or pasted over with a film.. Such a coating also most often repeats the pattern of the wood structure, although it can simply be painted in rich shades. The use of new technological processes in the production of such furniture makes it possible to obtain products with a very presentable appearance and a wide range of brown color variations in facade decoration.
The versatility of brown allows it to "make friends" with many stylistic trends and be combined with a variety of decorative elements. Dining groups and stationary sets, decorated in this color spectrum, amaze with the versatility of their implementation.
classic kitchen interior in brown tones
Furniture fronts can have a glossy sheen or be matte, they can be left plain or used to decorate them with a whole ensemble of shades. As for the lines of the silhouette, they can be strict and geometrically proportional, with clear right angles, or they can amaze with smooth bends. You can, when ordering furniture, and dream up, making its exterior unusual.
Originally perceived in the decor of the brown kitchen, vintage or decoration of facades with carvings, paneled patterns, embossing.
In such interiors, frosted stained-glass windows, glass inserts, gilded handles and other fittings sound great.
a combination of light brown and white in the interior of a rustic-style kitchen
Conclusion
The process of decorating a brown kitchen is an exciting action, as it has just an abyss of options. There is no limit to the flight of fancy here. Try, experiment, combine, in general, look for the best design and create your own unique, cozy coffee-caramel-chocolate "delicious" cuisine!
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