A symbol of conviviality, the kitchen is an ideal room for the family to gather around a good meal. How can you create a warm and welcoming atmosphere? Take advantage of our decorating tips to choose the colours for your kitchen.

How to choose the colour of your kitchen?

The main colour of a kitchen is often determined by the choice of furniture. The principle is to use the colour of your furniture as a basis for matching the colour of your walls. Choose a complementary colour, in keeping with the general atmosphere you wish to create. For example, if your furniture is taupe, why not opt for walls painted plum or white?
For an open kitchen, choose colours that are in harmony with your living room. Keeping your different rooms consistent will give the illusion of a much larger living room.

Warm or cool colours?

For the kitchen, warm colours are the ones that come most easily to mind. They bring dynamism, sympathy and good humour. The very definition of this room, which is full of exchanges and moments of sharing! Let yourself be seduced by yellow, orange or even red. If you're afraid of a feeling of oppression, one wall is enough to enjoy a beautiful coloured kitchen. Do you prefer soft, soothing colours? Soft green is very trendy and goes well with pearl grey.

Chromo therapy: the effects of colours on morale

Chromotherapy is a method of using the energy of colours. It claims that our mood can be affected by seeing colours. The effects are manifold: certain colours are said to lower blood pressure, while others are said to raise the heart rate. They are thus capable of provoking physical reactions and impacting our state of mind.
In this way, warm colours would represent energy and warmth. Cool colours would lead to rest and relaxation. Are you lacking strength in the morning? The dynamic colour orange is for you! Are you stressed in the early hours of the day? The colour blue will be your best ally in finding your serenity.
Finally, don't forget that light colours give a sense of space. They are also often appreciated by homeowners.