How to create a clean and crisp minimalist kitchen

Clean appliances, doesn’t mean free of dirt – though of course, that does help – it means kitchen accessories and appliances that have clean, clear lines and neutral colours.

Not only will investing in high end, minimalist kitchen appliances help to make your design scheme a success, it will also ensure that that space looks fantastic even when you don't have time to tidy everything away.

Opt for appliances in matching colours to create a flawless and non-obtrusive style. These appliances will blend in with the background to keep things clean, clear and under control.

If you're going to go all out on your minimalist theme, choosing a soft and calm kitchen colour palette for your walls, cupboards and floor is a must.

Though some minimalist designs can be successful by using bolder colours like battleship grey, black or even red, if you opt for whites, light greys and creams you will find them generally easier to work into your interior. You can always use appliances, such as those mentioned above, to inject a little splash of colour here and there to stop things looking barren.

As one of the most prominent parts of your design, your kitchen worktops will have a big impact on the finished result. By matching your work surfaces to your units or walls, you can help to create the appearance of a smooth surface, something that will help your other features to stand out and create a fantastic aesthetic.

Generally monochrome worktops look best in a minimalist kitchen design; though with a little bit of creativity, any type of work surface could look great.

Another incredibly important part of any successful, minimalist design, is the lighting. Too warm and you'll take away from your intended look, too cold and the space will appear unwelcoming and stark.

By using spotlights and dimmers you can make it easier to get your kitchen lighting perfect, altering the level and directionality of the lights to suit your desired look. Placing lighting under your kitchen cupboards and display cabinets can also look great, adding a sculptural element to the space.

While muted colours that match in with your kitchen’s overall colour scheme are a sure-fire way to keep your room looking clean and fresh; as an alternative, you could replace your upper cabinet doors with glass. Of course, this means you’ll need to spend a bit of extra time ensuring that everything in your selected cabinets are neat and tidy – but it looks great if you’d like to put your dishes or glasses on display, whilst maintaining a minimalist kitchen feel.

By using muted colours, choosing stylish appliances and thinking carefully about your work surfaces, cabinets and lighting, you can start to create a minimalist style kitchen you'll really love.

To discover how you can transform your space with these minimalist kitchen ideas, try out our kitchen planner, or book a visit to your nearest Wren showroom.