The kitchen is one of the most important rooms in the house and is considered by many to be the heart of the home.

The kitchen needs to be a space where we can easily whip up delicious meals for loved ones and where we’ll be happy to spend long periods, whether that’s cooking, dining, or entertaining.

If your kitchen is in need of sprucing up, here are some tips to help you choose functional appliances and the perfect kitchen design for your home. 

The hob

If you want a modern and sleek look, you can replace your old gas hob with an induction one.

You’d also need to upgrade your cookware with a set of induction pans, but it will be worth it when you’re rustling up tasty, healthy meals with minimal fuss.

As a bonus, induction hobs use less energy than traditional gas hobs and are easier to clean too.

Shelves

A great kitchen design incorporates plenty of handy storage space for all your kitchen essentials, such as recipe books, utensils, ingredients, and items you want on display, like colorful kitchen prints or houseplants for the kitchen. 

You could install shelves over the counter or even a column with open shelves to maximize storage.

Make sure these are in line with the window and don’t block any natural light.

Kitchen island

If you have a floorspace in your kitchen, you should definitely consider adding a kitchen island.

Islands are extremely useful when cooking as they provide additional countertop space for chopping and prepping ingredients, and they can create a wonderfully cozy and sociable atmosphere in your kitchen when you invite people over for drinks.

It also means that whoever is cooking is less likely to feel left out of social gatherings as it provides a space for people to sit and chat in the kitchen and maybe even help with food preparation and cooking!

Hanging hooks

Having your kitchenware hanging from hooks over the kitchen counter can be both a stylish and practical choice, ensuring that all your pots and pans are right at hand when you’re cooking.

Hanging storage is especially in keeping with certain home interiors and kitchen designs, such as farmhouse kitchens, French Provencal, or rustic styles.

A lick of paint

A lick of paint can do wonders to improve the atmosphere of your kitchen without requiring expensive remodeling or disruption. All you need is a couple of cans of paint and a free weekend.

The only rule you need to follow when it comes to choosing the perfect shades for your kitchen is to balance the colors, so if you have flashy counters and cabinets, then go neutral on the paint, or if, on the other hand, your kitchen furniture is neutral already then feel free to go bold with your paint choices!

Be sure to choose a paint designed for kitchen use that can cope with food and water splashes and moisture from cooking.

Wrapping up

No matter your style, budget, or purpose, upgrading your kitchen can be a fun, invigorating way to breathe new life into your home.

With the right style choices and a little elbow grease, you can give your kitchen a makeover in no time.

Whether you want to go bold and make a statement or keep it simple and timeless, these five stylish kitchen choices will spruce up your home.