When designing your kitchen, it’s important to consider practical things like layout and storage. However, you should also think about decor and accessories that make the utilitarian space feel warm and inviting for guests and family members. To help you get started, we’ve gathered together a collection of kitchen decor ideas in a variety of styles and price points that will add character to your cooking area.
A backsplash is an easy way to make a big impact in the kitchen. For a stylish and durable solution, try a peel-and-stick wallpaper backsplash, like the one Tempaper & Co used in this kitchen in a Brooklyn townhouse. The neutral pattern complements the natural wood cabinets and brass accents, while the floral design adds a touch of visual interest.
Many homeowners experiment with wall art in their kitchens. Framed pieces featuring images of food, kitchen tools, or utensils are both functional and eye-catching. Homeowners can also go outside the realm of standard kitchen art and choose oversized or antique utensils or tapestries with cooking themes or designs that appeal to them.
Decorative window treatments are another easy way to elevate the kitchen. A simple striped fabric shade like the ones used in this kitchen by Lauren Lothrop Caron can make a big difference. Alternatively, look for a fabric that is resistant to moisture and staining, such as linen or cotton, to stand up to frequent washings.
Open shelving is a versatile kitchen decor idea that can double as display space for favorite mugs, ceramics, and other decorative items. In this kitchen, designers Kathryn Ireland and Sarah Wentworth layered open shelves with pretty ceramics, framed art, and patterned baskets. The open shelves help to visually expand the kitchen, and the glass storage containers let light from the windows shine through the collected pieces.
If you don’t have much wall space, a dedicated nook can be the perfect spot for decorative kitchen decor. Studio Peak hung wooden cutting boards in different shapes and sizes on the wall of this London galley kitchen to create a fun focal point, which is complemented by turquoise cabinetry. This installation helps to tie the kitchen decor with the adjacent breakfast nook.
A peg rail is a smart kitchen storage idea that doubles as a way to display cookware and dishes. In this kitchen by designer Molly Yeh, a walnut custom pegboard showcases her East Fork Pottery mugs and holds other kitchen essentials, such as a rolling pin and scissors. A framed painting and a few vases of flowers complete the display.
