Spring is in the air, and with it comes that uncontrollable desire to renew the spaces of the house, especially the kitchen. Why the kitchen? Well, simple: it is the heart of the house, the place where coffee is prepared in the morning with your eyes still closed, where crazy recipes improvise and evening chatter are shared. In short, if there is a room that deserves a breath of freshness, it is precisely this.
How many times in winter the kitchen becomes a little … dark? Maybe the curtains are heavy, the neutral colors and the light is scarce. Spring is the perfect opportunity to give a touch of color and vitality to this space so lived, without the need for epochal renovations. A few targeted details are enough to transform it into a fresh and welcoming environment.
But where to start? From some flowers on the table? From a new carpet? Or with some small changes that really makes the difference? Don’t worry, there is no need to revolutionize everything (unless you want, of course). Here you will find eight simple but effective ideas to bring a spring breath to your kitchen.
Spring cuisine: a natural touch that makes miracles
If there is one thing that shouts “Spring!”, They are the flowers. There is no need to fill the kitchen of huge decks worthy of a real bride, just a small tulip vessel on the table or some aromatic seedlings on the windowsill. Basil and rosemary not only decorate, but they also return very useful in the kitchen. Double advantage.
And if the fresh flowers do not do for you (perhaps because after two days you forget to change the water and become very sad), you can always opt for some floral print: tablecloths, curtains or even just a nice botanical theme picture can make the difference.
Rugs and tablecloths: an explosion of color
Let’s talk clearly: a colored carpet in the kitchen may seem like a gamble, but choosing a easy to clean one (and perhaps washable in the washing machine) turns into a detail that completely changes the atmosphere. Try with pastel shades or with floral theme patterns, and you will see what effect!
Same thing for the tablecloth: if you are among those who leave the “naked” table all year round, spring is the perfect time to dress it with a light tablecloth, perhaps in squares or with delicate prints. It is not necessary to exaggerate, just a touch to give the environment immediately freshness.
Small details, great impact: predins, rubbing and centerpiece
If you don’t want to upset the kitchen too much but you still want to give it a spring air, play with the details:
- Change the predins, choose them with cheerful and colorful.
- Replace the rubbers with others with lively tones.
- Put a runner who cheers the table.
- Add a fresh and original centerpiece: it can be a simple tray with lemons and oranges, a small basket of flowers or a bowl with chocolate eggs (which will not last long, we know it well …).
They are small things, but they make the difference and do not require large investments. And then let’s face it, buying decorative objects is always a joy!
Reading curtains and plays of light in the kitchen: let spring enter
Another trick to give a cooler look to the kitchen is to change the curtains. If in winter you have used heavier fabrics, now it’s time to replace them with something lighter and airy. Transparent fabrics or with floral prints will help to bring more natural light and make the environment brighter.
And speaking of light, have you ever thought of some small decorative light point?
- A Ghirland of LED lights over the spice shelf can add a warm and welcoming touch without being intrusive.
- Some citrus fragrant candles can give an even more spring note.
Prints and paintings: wall decorations without obligation
If the walls of your kitchen are the remains, why not take advantage of spring to add some painting or printing? There are no major canvases or works of art, small botanical themed illustrations or some cheerful writing are enough to give an extra touch to the environment. And if you are lovers of do-it-yourself, you can always print some image and frame it yourself. Cheap and personalized!
Spring is the perfect time to refresh the kitchen without spending a fortune or face drastic changes. Very little is enough: a little color, some flowers, cheerful details and you’re done. The most beautiful thing?
You can customize everything based on your tastes. Because the kitchen must be a place that makes you feel good in every season.
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