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Revamp your simple kitchen: 5 practical decoration tips

Explore simple ways to make your kitchen functional and charming to have more moments of fellowship

By Rafaela de Oliveira

Submitted at Feb 22, 2025, 7:00 AM

08 min de leitura
Project Sabrina Salles.

Project Sabrina Salles. (Lamy Covolam)

By combining functionality with aesthetics, a simple kitchen can become an inviting and sophisticated space both for meal preparation and fostering social interactions. Decorating this projects in a way that it is both practical and cozy, contributes to improving not only the flow of daily activities but also the overall well-being of the home. With a few simple strategies, you can transform the simple kitchen into a space that reflects your personal style and welcomes your family with warmth. Here are some of them:

Display cookbooks


Green bookshelf is the protagonist of an apartment with a house-like feel. Project by Carmen Zaccaro. In the photo, kitchen with dining area and painting.

(Juliano Colodeti, do MCA Estúdio/Divulgação)

Cookbooks are not just culinary guides, they can also serve as decorative elements to add a touch of personality to your kitchen. Positioned strategically on open shelves or on the countertop, they become an integral part of the decor. Choose books with beautiful covers, whose colors and styles complement the rest of the projects. This way, in addition to always having that special recipe at hand, you transform an everyday object into an item that visually enhances your space.

Install shelves or niches


Soft tones, brises in the living room and mix of floors mark a 93 m² apartment. Project by Manoela Fleck. In the photo, kitchen with gray carpentry and shelves, wooden brises.

(Raiana Medina/CASACOR)

Open shelves and niches are extremely versatile and can help in organizing your kitchen. Used to display utensils such as jars and bowls, or even small decorative objects that reflect your personality, they make the routine more practical without compromising style. The secret is to choose materials that harmoniously integrate with other elements in the projects, such as wood for a more rustic feel or metal for a modern touch.

Choose a harmonious color palette


[caption id="attachment_186594" align="alignnone" width="1333"]Kitchen comes to life with green walls and plants. Project by João Gabriel. In the photo, green carpentry.[/caption> The right color palette can completely change the atmosphere of the kitchen. Neutral tones, such as white, beige or gray, are always a good choice for creating a neutral base that visually expands the space. To complement, add touches of color in smaller elements, such as utensils, pictures, or vases with flowers, which bring vitality without overwhelming the projects.

Incorporate natural elements


Paula Neder transforms a penthouse into a refuge with a sea view. In the photo, kitchen with island, hanging shelf, and stools.

Project signed by Paula Neder. (André Nazareth/CASACOR)

Plants in the kitchen are natural elements capable of bringing freshness and life to the projects. Introducing herbs such as basil, rosemary, or mint not only decorates but also provides fresh ingredients for your recipes. Small flower arrangements or pots of succulents placed strategically can break monotony and add color. If space allows, consider even a small vertical garden. Another option is using natural materials such as wood and stone in countertops, which stand out and promote a subtle connection with nature.

Invest in suitable lighting


Claudia Infante creates young and modern décor in an apartment for a lawyer. In the photo, kitchen with counter and dining room.

(Divulgação/CASACOR)

Lighting can completely transform the experience in the kitchen, as it enhances the decor while facilitating daily tasks. Pendant lights over islands or countertops provide targeted lighting and create visual interest points. Consider using LED strips under upper cabinets or on shelves to create a lit and contemporary projects. These elements offer a modern touch and can be adjusted for different atmospheres, whether for a family dinner or an informal gathering with friends. --
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