The color you choose for designing a room is undoubtedly a matter of personal taste. After all, you should feel comfortable and at ease there. Yet each color has its own distinct effect in shaping the atmosphere of a room. Indeed, certain shades create specific moods, as color psychology has shown. So-called warm colors (such as orange, red, beige, yellow, sand-colored) establish an entirely different atmosphere in a room compared to a color from the cold color spectrum (for example white, gray, blue, green).

Colors and wall colors not only influence the atmosphere of a room, but also the perceived size as well as the brightness of the space. This naturally applies to the kitchen as well. Here, the basic rule applies: the brighter the color, the larger a room appears. Conversely, this means that you should not necessarily design a small kitchen in dark colors, as black and dark brown tones make an already small room appear even smaller. The darker the color, the more light is also absorbed. In a particularly bright room, dark colors can help avoid glare and create advantageous contrasts.

Cream, orange to reddish, brown, green or blue? Or something more classic, like white, grey or black? All popular wall colours for your kitchen. But also a soft pink, a subtle magenta combined with white elements or a light blue are popular colours for the kitchen wall. In the following, you can read about how certain colours affect your kitchen.

Colour combinations and patterns
In principle, all patterns and combinations are allowed. However, the fundamental rule for wall colours in the kitchen is generally that less is more. If you combine too many colours together, it can quickly look disharmonious. On the other hand, if you opt for a smaller colour palette, you can play with nuances and shades within the selected colour family—such as combining various shades of blue. This creates fewer contrasts. While contrasts themselves are not inherently bad, too many of them will create the opposite of a harmonious atmosphere.

Materials and surface textures
Wood decors still remain very popular and are a timeless trend. However, there are also alternatives, likewise inspired by nature. The matt lacquer concept, with its spectacular colour diversity, reinvents itself in every home. Aesthetic nuances appear particularly expressive when combined with wood decors. The matte finish creates a timeless and natural look.

Considering the lighting conditions
The keyword "Lichtverhältnisse" refers not only to the artificial lighting in your kitchen, but also to incoming natural daylight. Are there large windows? If so, in which compass direction? You should consider these factors when planning your kitchen. Good kitchen lighting consists of different light sources to create a pleasant atmosphere and ensure optimal task lighting. This includes, for example, task lighting, accent lighting, and ambient lighting – illuminated drawers and pull-outs inside cabinets make it easier to find kitchen utensils and add an extra sophisticated touch to your kitchen. Additionally, the colour temperature of the light influences the ambiance in the kitchen. Warm-white light creates a cozy atmosphere, whereas cool-white light is more suitable for optimal task lighting. With good lighting conditions, you have significantly more freedom when it comes to choosing (wall) colours. Hier finden Sie hilfreiche Tipps für ihre Lichtplanung.

Colour selection according to personal taste
Ultimately, only you can decide how your kitchen should look in the future. You can always draw inspiration from tips, trends, and ideas, but in the end, the choice of colours remains a decision based on your individual taste. If you have a small kitchen and wish to use dark colours, this is of course perfectly acceptable. Give your kitchen character – highlight your extravagance and individuality by using unusual wall colours and add your own personal touch.

The size of the kitchen, the lighting conditions, the desired atmosphere. Additionally, the furnishing style, the other surfaces and materials, as well as the question of sustainability or environmental friendliness. Finding the perfect wall colour for the kitchen is not child's play. Or is it?

Summary of tips and ideas
Perhaps not child's play – but finding the right wall colour for a cosy and stylish kitchen can be a lot of fun. One colour always creates a certain mood and atmosphere, but it shouldn't be considered in isolation. Because both kitchen size and kitchen furnishings are important factors when considering the overall effect of your kitchen together with the colour. In short: The smaller the kitchen, the lighter the colour should be. This rule of thumb applies all the more if the natural lighting is not particularly good. Current kitchen trends lean towards the dark green shades of the forest; anthracite, white, and black are also in – long-term – fashion. When purchasing and painting, pay attention to environmentally friendly colours and the impact of your wall colour on the indoor climate.

Inspiration for your own kitchen design
A kitchen is something unique. Therefore, it should 100 percent match your personal style and taste. If you're considering changes in your kitchen but still need inspiration for colour design and style, you have the opportunity to plan comfortably from home with our Nolte Küchen Webplaner.