Makeover on a Budget: Modern Farmhouse Kitchen
If you have your heart set on a modern farmhouse kitchen, then you can get the look on any budget by pairing the right colours and materials with some choice design elements.
The Farmhouse Kitchen of Your Dreams
Farmhouse style pairs classic and modern design, giving it a transitional appeal that works in almost any space. It has a softness and nostalgia created through the use of rustic decor, ash or bleached wood, and a combination of neutral and bright tones.
You can update your kitchen with a farmhouse look by doing a full makeover or by making small—but impactful—changes. Here are some helpful tips divided into three different budget categories.
Note: The budget amounts represent the cost of products. If you need room in your budget for labour, be sure to allocate more funds for the project.
Trendy Farmhouse Colours
Paint can make a big difference and is a great place to start, especially if you have a small budget or if you want to renovate bit by bit. For a farmhouse style, you’ll want to stick with beige and grey tones. These soft and versatile neutrals will create a welcoming and comforting atmosphere, and they can serve as a good canvas for black and white accents.
Find the perfect paint colours for your kitchen with the help of our online colour selectors.
Less than $1,500: Small Budget Kitchen Refresh
Update: lighting, faucet, cabinet pulls, paint, and accessories
Accessorize Like a Pro
Opt for natural materials like bleached wood for the room accessories. Incorporating some plants in the decor is also a good way to add a natural touch while purifying the air at the same time. Limit clutter and avoid spills by keeping small appliances and accessories within easy reach. For example, set the coffee maker close to the sink and push other accessories to the backsplash for more counter space.
Under $4,000: A New Look on a Mid-Level Budget
Update: small-budget components plus range hood, sink, and backsplash
Designer Tip
Two-toned kitchen cabinets are all the rage! And that applies to both larger and smaller kitchens. Indeed, finishing the cabinets in different colours can give the room some extra dimension and softness. Using a paler shade at the top will help it seem lighter and airier as well. Simply make sure to pick coordinating hues between cabinet colours, then bring the look together with pulls and knobs that match across all cabinets.
Around $20,000: Full Kitchen Makeover
Update: all small- and mid-budget components plus cabinets, countertops, appliances, and flooring
1. Kitchen Cabinets
Building the kitchen of your dreams doesn't get much easier than with Eklipse cabinets, which come pre-assembled and ready to install. If you can't find the style you were looking for, you can browse our wide selection of custom kitchen cabinets.
2. Countertops
Choosing the right type of countertop goes beyond the aesthetic. Of course, the look and feel is always important, but you must also be aware of other considerations such as required maintenance, repair potential, heat and scratch resistance, porosity, visible seams, etc.If your budget is limited, keep in mind that laminate is one of the cheapest countertop materials.
Upgrade Your Kitchen with Smart Products
Smart technology makes an excellent addition to any room in the home, including the kitchen. In fact, a productive and messy space like the kitchen could use them the most! Kitchen smart products include touch-screen ovens, touchless faucets, and fridges with transparent doors to help with your cooking, cleaning, and groceries.
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