Say goodbye to grey: this year green is taking centre stage in bathroom and kitchen design and décor. Whether dark, light or everything in between, these enchanting hues are on trend right now, but they also evoke deep feelings of nostalgia, optimism, style and class.
Kohler knows a thing or two about this. The kitchen and bath equipment giant was the first to introduce bold, coordinated colors to kitchens and bathrooms in the 1920s. In 1927, Kohler introduced precisely matched cast iron enamel and porcelain glazes, meaning toilets, sinks and baths could be coordinated in the same vibrant hue. At the time, America was astonished to see Kohler bathrooms in vibrant colors. This ignited a design world craze, with the country's elite demanding color, color and more color in their kitchens and bathrooms, culminating in a 1929 exhibit of color-coordinated Kohler bathrooms at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Last year, Kohler celebrated its 150th anniversary with a limited-edition Heritage Color Collection. This year, the collection expands with the addition of Heritage Greens. Fresh Green is bright and lush, evoking a garden-like atmosphere indoors. Teal is dark, rich and vibrantly dramatic. Aspen Green is soft and calming. These historic Kohler colors were chosen to return this year for their association with a connection to nature, a sense of well-being and diverse design sensibilities.
Want to get started today? Check out these 5 ideas for greening your kitchen and bathroom.
paint! The easiest and cheapest way to bring green into your kitchen or bathroom is to paint one or all four walls in this trendy color. In the kitchen, painted cabinets are all the rage, so why not give them a green makeover? In the bathroom, accent with green towels and floor mats, mixing in black and pink for a vintage feel.
Large appliances and fixtures. Give it a try. Stainless steel has reigned supreme for years, but color is the new trend in kitchen appliances. Major high-end appliance manufacturers are offering products in a variety of shades of green, from light and understated to dark and dramatic. But this trend doesn't mean you have to embrace it all at once. A single statement piece, like a deep teal farmhouse sink amidst white countertops, can be an eye-catcher.
Small kitchen appliances. If you are not planning on a major kitchen remodel, you can also add some green accents with small kitchen appliances like a toaster, ceramic tea kettle, coffee maker, and even tools like a can opener, corkscrew, etc. Bonus tip: don’t forget to accentuate with kitchen towels, hot pads, and new curtains.
Bathroom fixtures. Hold your breath and imagine your bathroom transformed into a spa with vibrant green fixtures. A green clawfoot tub? Yes you can. A soothing aspen green pedestal sink and matching toilet? Yours. These hues evoke the elegance of the past while enveloping you in the comfort of the present, making your bathroom a true oasis.
tile. You don't need to do a major renovation to add some color to your kitchen backsplash or bathroom tub surround: choose mosaic tiles in different shades of green, or stick to a single color for a sophisticated elegance.
Color can soothe the mind, lift the mood, and brighten a moment. It can make a small room feel larger or transform a dark room into an open, airy space. Kohler's Fresh Green, Teal, and Aspen Green will inspire you to immerse yourself in vibrant color.
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