20 professional tips to make sure you don't go wrong with your kitchen decor

Every year, the kitchen is gaining prominence in the homes of Brazilians. Today, this space, which used to be seen as a place for domestic chores, has become a place for interaction and leisure. Thus, it is common that one of the current concerns of those who are building their homes is to have a room that meets their needs, creating a space where it is possible to cook in a pleasant way and receive guests.friends.

Moreover, in the daily rush, the word "practicality" has become another priority in this type of environment: if well planned, besides being aesthetically pleasing, the kitchen becomes an accessible room for daily tasks and easy to use.

So, if you want to decorate your kitchen with personality and still get an extremely practical and comfortable environment, Tua Casa, with the help of interior designer Melissa Dallegrave, has separated 20 important and practical tips to help you in this mission.

Check below how not to make a mistake when decorating your kitchen:

1. you can never have too many closets

For kitchens large, medium or small, an essential item are the cabinets: they can be made to measure, adapting well to the available space. These appliances are still extremely useful to store utensils and food: "My main tip, especially for small kitchens, is to select the necessary equipment taking into consideration the size of the space and provide adetailed design with tailored cabinets," says the designer.

2. tiles are more than coatings

"Putting attractive coatings between the lower and upper countertops or behind the stove is something that brings personality to the kitchen and makes the environment charming," says Melissa. But in addition to ensuring a unique decoration, the tile also protects the wall from grease and other substances that may splash, being a surface of easy maintenance.

Another option are the hydraulic tiles, which are more rustic pieces, without shine, made from cement and dyes. In these cases, if placed near the stove, it is necessary to apply a waterproofing agent.

3. hood or purifier?

Regardless of whether you choose a hood or a purifier, it is important, first of all, to know that both are essential for a kitchen: they prevent the smoke and smells produced by the food from spreading throughout the house.

But which one to choose? The hood (available in wall-mounted and island versions) has a chimney, unlike the purifier - which is therefore better suited for small kitchens.

4. adequate lighting makes a difference

As in any environment, lighting is one of the key points in the kitchen. In particular, try to have good lighting in the places that are used a lot during food preparation, such as on the countertop and on top of the stove.

5. light colors are wild cards

If you don't want to run the risk of making a mistake when choosing colors in the kitchen composition, light tones are the "safest" in this regard: they "expand" the space and, because they are neutral, allow you to dare with colorful utensils.

6. but you can dare the colors, yes!

But colors are also welcome in this type of environment, and it all depends on the personality you intend to give to the place: "Among the shades I recommend, orange is a color that stimulates the appetite," explains Melissa.

7. use the walls to your advantage

If the kitchen is not very large, a valuable tip is to have the walls as allies. "Besides the cabinets, niches, shelves, and towers with built-in equipment are some of the best ways to take advantage of these spaces," says the professional.

8. how about taking advantage of the ceiling as well?

For those who really want to make good use of all the available space in the kitchen, even the ceiling can help in this mission: you can hang "racks" and shelves to put pans, mugs, and spatulas, for example.

9. the enchantment of 3D coating

There are several options of 3D coverings on the market, for all tastes, so if you want to give a modern and elegant touch to your kitchen, this type of material is a good option, and it is also easy to apply.

10. attention to the positioning of electrical appliances

Even in small spaces, try to position the refrigerator away from the stove. During food preparation, the dirt that splashes from the pans can reach the refrigerator, dirtying its surface. There is also the danger of the appliance door hitting the handle of some pan, causing an accident.

11. expose the pans

The pans, today, besides being extremely useful in the production of food, are even marketed with unique models, becoming decorative pieces, so do not hesitate to display them in the kitchen: they make the decor even more relaxed and the environment more practical.

12. invest in the utensils

Creative or stylishly printed utensils are available on the market at prices to suit all budgets, making them great options to make the environment even more charming.

13. the floor gives the special touch

The floor can make all the difference in the environment: besides being sold in several colors and textures, they are important pieces for the maintenance of the kitchen: "Among the details that need attention is the floor, which must be easy to clean", explains the designer.

14. invest in organization

The organization and good distribution of objects in the kitchen are essential for it to become a user-friendly environment.

15. create a space for quick meals

In the rush of everyday life, it is not always possible to stop and "set" the table, so it is important to have a place for quick meals, such as a small bench with benches.

16. Cobogós give a special touch to the environment

In most apartments, it is common for the kitchen to share the same space with the laundry room.

17. exposed spices

Besides exposing the pans, another way to make the kitchen even more practical and with a casual look is to expose the spices. To do this, use shelves, niches, or even shelves.

18. current trends

For those who like to follow the trends of the moment, the "industrial" style, according to Melissa, is the one that is on trend: "Two options for this type of environment are the floors that resemble cement and lots of wood", she says.

19. how about a vertical wall vegetable garden?

This is an option for those who like to have fresh spices always nearby: vertical gardens make the kitchen more charming and are also options to take advantage of a wall that is rarely used. However, always try to grow spices near a place that receives sunlight.

20. chalkboard paint to keep the recipes in mind

The chalkboard paint is, today, one of the "darlings" among designers and architects, because it gives any environment a more relaxed air and still allows an interaction on its surface. In the kitchen, it becomes a great option to write down messages, food that needs to be purchased, or even several recipes.

After these 20 tips, how about giving a new face to your kitchen, making it even more practical and beautiful?