Decorating an Eclectic Asian Kitchen
If you haven’t caught the wave of eclectic Asian fusion at your favorite restaurant or cafe, you may find some great ideas to incorporate the essence of the theme into your kitchen. Asian cuisine has taken on magnificent heights in the past few years, combining authentic flavor with sizzling combinations at a variety of ‘concept’ restaurants and local stores. From sushi, sake, noodles, and stir fries, Americans are learning to dine and feast on a variety of Asian-inspired cuisine and try new menus filled with sushi, sashimi, and maki.
Asian kitchens are efficient in design, with sleek and chic styles, and clean-cut finishes. Step into the latest Asian restaurant, and you’ll easily be inspired by the attention to detail, symmetry, simple and bold lines, and vibrant colors. Stylish kitchens in the home can take on the same feel with the following tips to create an enviable setup to entertain, enjoy new cooking styles, and create harmony in the home:
1. Choose bamboo
Seek out small bamboo plants, potted leaves, and shoots for decorative centerpieces and to add flair to an empty wall space. Bamboo leaf patterns can also be incorporated into sponge-paint detailing on cupboards, ceilings and smaller wood areas for a unique design.
2. Coordinate with red, black, and dark brown color palettes
Create a vibrant and energetic feel to any corner with splashes of red, black, and dark brown. Symmetry and balance are key to modernize the design, and addition of gold and silver streamlining furniture and accessories will add to the feel of the kitchen.
3. Choose brushed stainless steel/chrome
Avoid stark silver and gleaming finishes for accessories, drawer pulls, and vases. Instead, look for brushed silver and gold chrome designs that will create more of a matted appeal
4. Use decorative silk
Although it may seem strange for a kitchen, think of creative ways to incorporate Chinese-print silk and patterns onto wall hangings, table cloths, tablemats, and even coasters. A simple touch here and there can make a big difference to the overall effect; if you find real silk, think about plated glass coverings to protect from grease, steam, and other cooking side-effects.
5. Use hanging woks, stainless steel servingware, and other utensils as d�©cor
Make use of one complete wall to feature your key Asian-inspried cookware. Showcase woks, servingware, and utensils along one complete wall for efficient organization, or as a backdrop to a counter.
6. Modernize the counter space
Choose gleaming black, marble, and onyx finishes to add some sleek appeal to any countertop. The dark colors in the kitchen can be offset with contemporary d�©cor including coasters, placemats, and vases in bolder, bright colors
7. Declutter in style
Use heavy wood furniture for drawers, cabinets, and efficient storage space that focuses more on the exterior, rather than glass that will highlight disorganization. Seek out elegant and sleek designs through collections such as Mizuyas from Green Tea Design
8. Use bold plates, bowls, and serving pieces as d�©cor
Fine-tune your color palette to 3-4 main colors, and find oversized bowls, platters, and serving boats that complement each other in design. These work great as fruit bowls, baked goods, and other treats that can be left on countertops both for snacks and display.
Keeping your kitchen clean and organized helps in both efficiency and overall ambience of the space. Earth tones combined with splashes of bold color can change the appearance of your kitchen drastically, and encourage some new space to work in, socialize, and even entertain. Eclectic Asian designs can offer modern, contemporary, and Far East-flavor for a fresh take on your current environment. Even just a few pieces of detail can help create a vibrant and sustainable atmosphere!
