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If you want to add a splash of color to your kitchen, or add a little contrast to your white kitchen cabinets, we have a solution that will stand the test of time: keep your kitchen cabinets white and paint your kitchen island a contrasting color.

Painting just the island allows you to make a small-scale commitment. To get started, take color inspiration from other rooms in your house, or find a favorite painting or decorative item and base your colors on that. You can take the object or a photo of the object to your local hardware or paint store to get pro color-matching advice, and have a custom finish made for your kitchen island.

Ready to get started? Let’s begin by looking at this all-white kitchen as a visual reminder of a more traditional look.


Monochromatic kitchen color schemes are both timeless and trendy, yet the look is more difficult to achieve than you might imagine. It can be a challenge to keep an all-white kitchen from being boring, or to find the right shade of gray paint to match your cabinets-- and then choose a countertop that fits the look.

Despite its sneaky complexities, if you love the monochromatic kitchen look, this is a trend worth pursuing. Here are our favorite tips for monochromatic kitchen design:


Here at The Kitchen Company, we think design trends can get a bad rap. Sure, trends can lead us to odd places (we’re looking at you, orange shag carpet from the ‘70s). However, when chosen thoughtfully, trends can spark new and innovative ideas and guide you to your dream kitchen. 

To demonstrate how trends can work together over time, let’s take a look at some 2018 kitchen trends that will last, and some 2019 kitchen design trends we think you’ll love in the year ahead.


When the weather outside is frightening...you just want to stay inside. And that might not be all that bad, if you love the space you’re in. This season, we encourage you to embrace the seasonal vibe by making your kitchen cozy, warm and winter wonderful.


We love beautiful kitchens -- but we know that what really makes homeowners fall in love is a kitchen that’s not only eye-catching but also well-organized. Great kitchens are as much about function as they are about style.

To achieve organization in the kitchen, start with a blank slate (we have tips on how to clean out your kitchen here). Once you’ve cleaned and culled through piles of kitchen items, it’s time to put them back in a thoughtful, organized way.

Here are our top ideas for kitchen organization:


Whether you have a brand-new kitchen that you want to keep looking fresh or an older kitchen that you want to maintain for as long as possible, these kitchen cleaning tips (plus, some kitchen cleaning hacks!) will guide you.

Plus, we’ve woven in some ideas for how to donate the kitchen items you no longer need, so this cleaning spree can be helpful beyond your four walls.

Here’s your checklist for how to clean a kitchen step-by-step:

 


Modern farmhouse kitchen design is simple -- and that’s exactly where its beauty lies. The overall feel is calm, but the aesthetic makes an impact. In a fast-paced world, there’s a certain romance and nostalgia involved in taking things back to the farm.

If you’re curious about the farmhouse look, consider this both your introduction and your guide.

 


There’s one element that can completely change how you feel about kitchen storage: a pantry.

Pantries have become staples of every kitchen remodel, but the design and functionality can be as individual as you need it to to be. Whatever the size or shape of your kitchen, there is a pantry design solution for you. Here’s what to think about as you peruse kitchen pantry ideas:

White cottage farmhouse coastal transitional kitchen in milford connecticut

About the Design

A remodel that’s perfect for entertaining adults and children alike. The homeowners of this beautiful Milford cottage wanted to easily serve and entertain their guests. They craved more room, more storage, seating for four, and high-end appliances

Transitional Contemporary before and After kitchen Guilford Connecticut

About the Design

One of the most amazing transformations we’ve ever completed, this kitchen went from cluttered French Country to modern contemporary. The homeowner, Dara wanted a kitchen that felt clean and up to date. She fell in love with luxury features like Waterstone’s antique brass faucet and beautiful backlit cabinetry. In addition to the high end feel, Dara also wanted a much more functional space to cook in.

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