Tips for helping a large kitchen feel cozy

A large kitchen offers plenty of space to show off custom cabinets and keep clutter at bay. But if you’re after a cozy, intimate ambiance, lots of space can make that difficult. Just like making a small room seem bigger is possible, helping a big kitchen appear cozy is simple as well! Follow these tips to achieve a snug kitchen setting:

Fill with greenery
One easy way to fill up space in your kitchen is with some potted plants, which are great for taking up vertical space without making the room feel cramped. Just make sure the greenery you choose is getting plenty of light streaming in from kitchen windows. You can also opt for a plant that requires very little sunshine if you don’t have many windows in the space.

Add soft area rugs
Tile floors are beautiful, but area rugs in your kitchen provide warmth and add colorful interest to your space. Look for an area rug that picks up on hues in your kitchen design to create a balanced look.

Antique finishes
When choosing the finishes for vintage faucets, cabinet pulls and doorknobs, opt for a darker hue such as oil-rubbed bronze. These deep colors offer a homey feel that is consistent with a snug, rustic kitchen design.

Use two shades on your walls
Painting your walls two different colors can help create the illusion of lower ceilings, producing an intimate kitchen. Paint the bottom half of the walls one color, and the top half a different shade. However, it’s important to choose two hues that complement each other. Opt for two shades in the same color family.

A low-hung chandelier
Create a focal point at your kitchen table by placing a low-hung, glamorous chandelier or maybe sleek, industrial pendants. The lower the light fixtures are hung, the cozier your space will feel.

Fill wall space
Blank wall space can make a room feel empty. Therefore, you should figure out a stylish way to fill up that space in your kitchen. Open shelving, framed photos, an arrangement of mirrors and artwork are all easy ways to use up a bare wall.

Add a kitchen nook
If you have an extra corner in your kitchen that you don’t know what to do with, consider transforming the area into a cozy breakfast nook. Install a comfortable bench with a seat cushion near a window and set up a small table where you can read the paper or enjoy breakfast in the morning.