Get Moving with These Kitchen Decorating Ideas

While some people like a very calm, relaxing kitchen environment, others are interested in a kitchen décor with a bit more pizzazz. Creating a kitchen look that is full of kinetic energy is one creative and fun way to achieve a completely new kitchen décor. Here’s how to use birdcage hardware, art and other suggestions for decorating a kitchen full of energy!

Kinetic energy is a form of energy that represents motion. It includes objects that make the viewer feel a sense of motion and movement. Incorporating a few kinetic ideas into the kitchen décor can give the overall kitchen a feeling of energy and excitement. Here’s how to bring some “bling” and movement into your kitchen space.

1. Birdcage Hardware: Few hardware selections are as kinetically appealing as is birdcage hardware. With its swirl design and its feeling of movement, the birdcage pull exudes a feeling of energy to the viewer. The twisted design inherent in the birdcage pulls creates a fluid feeling and a burst of energy. One great way to add to the energy in the kitchen with birdcage knobs and pulls is to select cabinets in a rich color choice. The birdcage design shows a hint of the color behind it, creating a unique and playful look on each cabinet door.


2. Spruce It Up with Art: There is a huge selection of kinetic artwork on the market today that will enliven the look in the kitchen and add to the kitchen décor. Select artwork that is 3 dimensional and that will either sit on a kitchen counter or pop out from the wall. Such pieces should be bright in color, playful in theme, and fun to view. Such artwork will add energy to the kitchen décor and will enhance the feeling of movement in the kitchen space.


3. Bring Out the Appliances: In a kinetic kitchen, the kitchen appliances are a focal point. Rather than hiding the blender, the mix master and the waffle maker, it’s time to display them with pride. These items involve movement, and they create the look and feel of extra movement and energy just by their very natures. While many people try to hide the small kitchen appliances, decorating a kitchen kinetically means bringing them back out. If you can afford to buy new small kitchen appliances, purchase a matching set with the blender, mix master and other items in a cherry red or a cobalt blue. Appliances with these beautiful finishes beg to be displayed!


4. Have Fun with Flooring and Backsplashes: One final way to add a kinetic feel to the kitchen is through the accent pieces. Lay a checkerboard flooring in the kitchen with contrasting black and white large tiles. Or, use beautiful glass tiles to form a backsplash. Glass tiles are available in a huge range of colors and sizes, and may be found with geometric patterns and designs that create a feeling of movement. You can create a great backsplash with these, or you can weave them into the counter tile design. Break away from the tradition by bringing a feeling of energy and style into the kitchen design with the backsplash, the counter tiles and the flooring.

You’ll be amazed by how quickly a drag kitchen can become an energetic one with these kitchen decorating ideas. Add some energy to your kitchen décor, and get ready to cook with more enthusiasm soon!