What to do With a Large Kitchen By Parvati Markus
Everyone loves a big kitchen. There's lots of room for more than
one cook, and enough space for informal dining. However, a large
kitchen can sometimes feel cold and uninviting. By following
certain guidelines, you can have a warm and cozy kitchen no
matter the size.
First, consider the scale of your furniture when decorating a
large kitchen. You'll want a substantial table with comfortable
seating rather than a small café table. The kitchen is also a
great place to show off your collectibles. Add a baker's rack,
wine rack, lighted glass hutch or other storage/display pieces.
Obviously, you'll want some sort of shelving or cabinet space
for your cookbooks, pottery, display dishes, or even for
collections that have nothing to do with kitchens and cooking.
Next, see if the kitchen can accommodate an island -- either a
small portable butcher block work station or a fixed island with
workspace, an extra sink, and bar stool seating that makes it a
great place for a quick breakfast or after school snack.
Most important, good lighting is vital in the kitchen,
especially for preparing and cooking food. If you have a large
kitchen, buy large lighting fixtures and add plenty of recessed
lighting, including lighting under the cabinets.
Make the kitchen inviting to the eye by adding potted plants
(silk or real) and/or decorative pieces, such as urns, wall
hangings, and some architectural pieces to match your décor.
Also think about turning one wall into a gallery for the kids'
photos and crayoned art work.
Some kitchens have a fireplace, making the room instantly warm
and friendly. Even without one, you can turn that large kitchen
into a homey, welcoming space. Please find the original article
and more information about this subject at
http://www.homeandliving.com/DesignAdvice.aspx?Category=LargeKitc
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When Parvati Markus is not writing helpful and insightful
articles like the one you just read from www.homeandliving.com,
she works with The Kabbalah Centre and freelances on non-fiction
books and articles. As a recent arrival in L.A., Parvati is
completing her "residency requirement" by writing a screenplay.
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