How to embrace the coral trend
in your kitchen

Design & Decor Ideas

Coral is the fun, pinky-orange tone that was named the colour of the year for 2019. Thanks to its vibrancy, brightness, and versatility, coral-inspired kitchens are growing in popularity – and we want to help you embrace the trend!

There are many ways coral can be implemented into your kitchen. From a traditional design through to a contemporary space, you can use it to give your room a splash of personality, whether you want a statement-making look or something more subtle.

We've put together a guide that will help you work coral into your kitchen in a way that suits your design scheme, through everything including stunning feature walls to bright appliances.

What works well with coral?

What works well with coral?

Despite being such a vibrant and unique shade, coral is surprisingly versatile and can be paired with a huge variety of different tones, textures, and materials.

A stylish coral statement wall works well with plain white walls across the rest of your kitchen, giving your room a light and airy feel. Style fresh, white cupboards against your feature wall for a beautiful contrast that has a timeless appeal.

If you want to channel a quirky look, combine vivid coral with other bright colours in your kitchen, such as natural greens or aquatic blues. Placing colourful appliances against a coral wall can change the dynamic of your kitchen, giving you a fun and unique space.

To add a flash of energy to a contemporary space, consider contrasting coral hues with steel appliances, which will bring warmth to an ultra-modern atmosphere. For a sleek finish, include a coral tile splashback behind your oven, which is sure to grab the attention of your guests.

In a more traditional space, update cabinets and drawers with a lick of coral pain to brighten up your kitchen. The vivid finish will complement the texture of the wood and bring charming new life to your classic room.

How can you add coral influences to your kitchen?

Coral tones can easily and stylishly be implemented into a wide range of kitchens, from traditional through to ultra-modern. Paint your walls to change the dynamic of your space or look out for opportunities to include colourful coral appliances.

It's important to manage how you work brighter colours into your kitchen, to avoid overwhelming your layout. In a smaller kitchen, think about how a feature wall can offer brightness without taking over – keep it simple by painting the smallest wall coral, or consider a tiled splashback as opposed to an all-encompassing feature wall.

In a larger kitchen, you may have more freedom to be creative with colour. Decide whether you want the colour to dominate your space or simply offer a touch of personality.

How can you add coral influences to your kitchen?

Use accessories and appliances add a coral twist

Coral accessories and appliances are a simple but effective way to inject energy into your kitchen. A bright addition can change the feel of your space, creating a lively atmosphere that's perfect for entertaining friends.

Change the dynamic of your space while maintaining an elegant look by adding coral accessories to your surface tops and walls. Little things can make a huge difference, so look for vibrant accessories that offer a subtle but powerful impact.

Coral lampshades are a fun way to add bright touch, while tea towels and utensils are quick and easy way to get the look. Incorporate a dash of fun with coral-inspired appliances, such as a retro-themed coral microwave or toaster.

With just a little bit of planning at the design stage, you can use coral to give your kitchen a bright and vibrant feel, no matter the style or size of your space. If you're looking for a quick way to jump on the trend, there are plenty of quick and simple ways you can bring a dash of coral into your kitchen!

Browse our light coloured kitchen range for more inspiration, or check out our complete collection of design guides to learn about bringing fresh personality to your space.

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