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- As a general rule, if you have under 2' of space above kitchen cabinetry, very tall armoires or built-ins, don't decorate the space. All too often, doing so dates you to the 1990's and the area does nothing but catch dust.
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- Use an accent color above cabinets. ‘An accent color above eye level is a simple way to add strong contrast to a room, without overpowering. As it’s not immediately noticeable, the accent color will draw the eye up for a visual surprise,’ says George Miller, home designer, Neptune. ‘
- Enhance the visual interest. Bring a little joie de vivre to your kitchen by exploring kitchen art ideas and decorating with art above cabinets and shelving.
- Take paneling to the ceiling. Add interest to the space above a kitchen cabinet with wall panels. In period properties, wall paneling ideas that match or complement the original style and architecture of the property are a wonderful way of marrying old with new.
- Fill the space above cabinets with objects you love. 'Colorful kitchen ideas have been enjoying rather a renaissance, and we’re seeing brighter colors on walls, cabinets and even ceilings,’ says Emma Bulmer, head color consultant at Edward Bulmer Natural Paint. ‘
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- Decorative Baskets. This London kitchen from Studio Peake has tall, seamless built-in cabinetry painted in a serene shade of pale gray that ends a few feet short of the glass roof.
- Vintage Mirrors. In this light-flooded kitchen from Leanne Ford Interiors, a pair of vintage mirrors perched on the top row of open shelving reflects light and views while adding another layer of decor in the bright and homey kitchen that mixes old and new.
- Patterned Wallpaper. To fill the blank space above the cabinetry, deVOL Kitchens hung nature-themed illustrated kitchen wallpaper that complements the dark green tile backsplash and adds a layer of visual interest without cluttering up the narrow space between the top of the cabinets and the ceiling.
- Bar Storage. While it's perfectly acceptable to decorate the top of your kitchen cabinets just for show, there's valuable real estate up there that can be used for storing infrequently used items, or things that you don't want the kids to get their hands on.
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- Focus On a Niche. Add interesting architectural structures to your kitchen cabinets to create beautiful forms with fine-tuned functions. A mantel-like niche lined with beaded board unites this room's cabinets and appliances while providing a perch for baskets and dishes.
- Include Cubbies in Cabinetry. This stair-stepped cabinetry configuration stretches the display capacity of a window sink wall. The central component, equipped with open cubbies, unites with its neighbors thanks to crown-molding trim.
- Stash Books. Enhance a kitchen's usefulness by including surfaces designed for stowing and showing off essentials. Here, dark-stained shelves convert a small kitchen-desk alcove into a home office.
- Add Timeworn Touches. Be creative! Decorating above kitchen cabinets with large wooden boxes, packing crates, and harvest baskets serves several purposes.
- Cabinet Cutouts
- Clean Free Space
- Filler
- Creative Lighting
- Frosted Glass
- Thematic Accents
- Boho Touches
- Monochrome Vases
- Another Layer of Storage
- Basic Script
If you’re handy or are installing all new cabinets, add in some faux cabinets with cutouts. The cabinets in this picture do have doors and handles, but you can skip the glass front, knob, and hinge hardware and just create cutouts instead. With cutouts, there are still clean lines with empty space between each to still give it a minimalist look wit...
Less tends to be more when it comes to accents, so if you have a lot going on in your home or you just prefer the clean, airy look, you can skip decorating above kitchen cabinets altogether. This look works for a lot of kitchens, but if you have an awkward amount of space between your cabinets and the ceiling (as in not a little, but not a big wide...
A lot of newer homes have high ceilings, but the cabinets are standard size, which end up leaving an awkward gap. Adding in another row of small cabinets can be costly, so if you’re handy with drywall, just fill in the area to make everything flush. This kitchen did just that and it looks great. They even added some crown molding along the top to g...
When you’re decorating above kitchen cabinetswith high ceilings you typically don’t have to worry too much about lighting because the open space will feel bright. However, if it’s a lower ceiling, adding lights can make a big difference and make the area feel more spacious. You can install recessed lighting like the kitchenin this picture, which wi...
If you like the cutout idea, but still don’t want to decorate in them, you can cover them with frosted glass, like in this kitchen. It creatively uses the space above the kitchen cabinets but doesn’t require the labor and skill to add another row of cabinets and also doesn’t clutter things up. Depending on your kitchen layout, you might even consid...
If you don’t have the resources to build on top of your cabinets, or you just really love the idea of above kitchen cabinet decorations, make sure whatever you put up there is aligned with your overall decor style. This kitchen is definitely going for the farmhouse aesthetic, so the crates, rustic sign, and vintage accents really help bring the roo...
Here’s an example of a space where decorations above kitchen cabinets help enhance the look of the space, especially since the white cabinets would otherwise blend in with the white wall behind it. They really played the area well with the two green plants and a single piece of decor along the middle. It’s not cluttered at all and gives off a fresh...
Displaying a lot of over kitchen cabinet decor in one space has the potential to create a very cluttered look, unless you do it right. This kitchen is a great example of how a lot of decor can still look minimalist. They went with a monochrome color scheme that plays off the kitchen cabinet color and opted to fill a section that has plenty of empty...
Fans of basically any HGTV show will know that adding that extra row of storage along the top of the cabinets is a huge asset, both for the added storage as well as for the overall look of the kitchen. Again, this is something that can be costly to add, but you can do a faux version! Just fill the empty space on top of the cabinets with some wood, ...
Adding some kind of script to your walls can look awful or great – it just depends on how you do it. One example of doing it right is in this kitchen! They took the open space over the cabinets and found lettering that’s sized correctly to fit the space without looking too small or taking it over. It pops from the dark wall and matches the cabinets...
May 16, 2024 · However, when done with care and consideration, it can create a charming effect that will delight your guests. To show you how it’s done, we’ve selected 15 stand-out above-the-kitchen-cabinet decor ideas that will instantly elevate your space.
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Feb 13, 2024 · Decorating above your kitchen cabinets doesn't mean you have to add literal decor on top of the cabinet. Instead, focus on the wall itself. Add a simple sign to the wall to draw the eye upward and allow the negative space to create balance and openness in the space.
Jan 22, 2020 · As a general rule, if you have under 2' of space above kitchen cabinetry, very tall armoires or built-ins, don't decorate the space. All too often, doing so dates you to the 1990's and the area does nothing but catch dust.
