Contemporary Kitchen

Matt bold-coloured unitsAn all-red kitchen, whether gloss or matt, is a dramatic choice probably best avoided, unless this is your forever home and you’re convinced you’ll be happy with the shade for a good 10 years. One way to incorporate a strong, bright shade like this, though, is to limit it to just one element in your kitchen, such as the island, as here. As for gloss or matt, let your kitchen style lead you… A matt finish tends to suit more traditional-style cabinetry, and it’s easier to repaint too.Follow the example here and use small surrounding details to tie it into the rest of the scheme. Small appliances, accessories and flowers do the job in this kitchen.

white cabinets, color for island. Open plate rack

An island like this would be better than the breakfast nook