Every time the cold season rolls around, I can see no other colour besides burgundy. This shade feels special, timeless, and utterly sophisticated, whether in fashion, beauty or interiors.
As a confessed burgundy lover, of course, I had a lightbulb moment when I started noticing renovators embracing dark red for their kitchen cabinetry. It’s the ideal shade for infusing your space with warmth and richness. So, if you’re unsure of how you can make this colour work in your home, or simply need that boost of creativity, we’ve talked to the experts and gathered some of our favourite designs.
“Be confident with colour in the kitchen, the outcome is worth it,” advises Al Bruce, founder of Olive & Barr. “One colour frequently disregarded in the kitchen is red, due to its fiery nature, however, red comes in an array of different shades and when chosen correctly, can bring joy and warmth to a space.”
From dark reds to wine-like purples, read on for design advice and inspiration…
How to make burgundy work in your kitchen
Rich berry (and its darker counterparts such as deep plums) might not be your initial choice for cabinetry, but it is a great, versatile shade for creating a warm and welcoming environment. Sinead Trainor, kitchen category manager at LochAnna Kitchens, says: “At a time when we are spending more and more time at home, red is a great colour choice for homeowners looking for ways to brighten up rooms and create a positive and inviting space.”
Burgundy can be used in both big and small ways throughout your kitchen design – from drenching your entire space in this rich shade – wall paint, cabinetry, and tiles included – to transforming a single element such as your island or a freestanding larder into a bold, accent piece. Al says you can achieve the ultimate wow factor in your kitchen by introducing contrasting shades from your cabinets to your island, for example.
What’s more, with the right styling, burgundy suits a range of kitchen styles from modern handleless to classic Shaker. “The rich hue seamlessly integrates with a variety of design styles including traditional and rustic,” explains Mike Whitfield, luxury interior expert at Lusso.
And, as for materials and finishes, natural wood and warm metallics pair perfectly with this sumptuous shade – think herringbone flooring, brass taps, and polished hardware. “Introducing aged bronze accents into burgundy kitchens is an emerging trend that combines rich, warm tones with sophisticated metallic finishes,” says Mike. “Pairing the tone with aged bronze brass accents and kitchen appliances will enhance the warmth and dark appeal of the colour, whilst allowing them to take centre stage.”
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