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with other colours to keep the energy high without making the space too intense. Yellow uplifts spirits and is a perfect choice for a lively kitchen where cooking and eating are a joyful experience. Yellow can energise the room, so use it in accents or feature walls to bring a sunny vibe. Calming blue helps create a sense of space and confi dence. While it is perfect for creating an easy-going atmosphere, too much can make the space feel too laid-back or sleepy. Keep it in balance for an active yet relaxing environment. Green is calming, promoting relaxation and balance; it’s believed to aid digestion, making it a great choice for kitchens, and makes a space feel fresh and vibrant.
Colours in the kitchen do more than set the mood; they can infl uence how we feel and even impact our appetite
As open-plan living and the ‘omni- design’ trend (of creating a unifi ed feel across different spaces) continue to gain popularity, the kitchen’s colour choices now play an increasingly signifi cant role in shaping the entire home’s vibe. The kitchen’s palette is more interconnected with the rest of the interior design. Designers should therefore embrace the freedom to mix and match colours and explore bold combinations to bring energy into domestic spaces.
Altro features in dementia-friendly design
Altro products has been used at Salisbury District Hospital. A combination of Altro fl oors and walls was used throughout Imber Ward. Altro Illustra, Altro Suprema and Altro Operetta fl oors provide safety, natural aesthetics and ease of cleaning.
Altro Wood provides a homely, welcoming feel and Altro Whiterock Digiclad (Custom) was used for the walls creating an individual design focus for the ward and quiet room. Altro Pisces and Altro Whiterock Satins and Altro Whiterock White were installed in the bathrooms, showers and wet rooms, giving staff and patients the reassurance of bare foot and shod safety from slips, and easy to clean hygienic walls.
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One crucial and constant factor governing how colours will appear however is lighting – whether natural or artifi cial. Lighting quality affects how colours are perceived, as different materials and colours interact with light in unique ways. The same colour can look completely different depending on the time of day or the light source. Therefore, good lighting is key to bringing out the best in your colour choices. For kitchens with limited natural light, bold colours can breathe life into the space, making it feel vibrant even in darker areas. However, neutral colours are timeless and versatile. They create a solid base that complements almost any other hue, making them ideal for kitchens where fl exibility in design is key.
If the homeowner prefers a more neutral
base, personality can be added with colour pops. Accessories such as vibrant dishware, funky textiles, or statement light fi xtures allow you to inject character without overwhelming the space. Alternatively, a feature wall or splash-back in a bold colour can create a striking focal point.
Tim Spann is national sales manager UK for Keller Kitchens
Kitchen showcases trendy ribbed look
With Keller, trends are introduced before they become widespread; the company has always been a design pioneer. The new Modern Urban scheme is perfect for contemporary kitchen interiors where design and affordability go hand in hand. Today’s fashion encompasses lines, ribs, the travertine- look and a penchant for the modular. This new kitchen, answering modern tastes, is ideal for new builds and refi ts alike; it’s compact, modern, and
stylish while space optimisation is simple. The Everest model here, in melamine, beautifully illustrates the new Peat ribbed-effect fi nish.
www.kellerkitchens.com
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