{"id":218,"date":"2014-06-19T12:58:40","date_gmt":"2014-06-19T12:58:40","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/worldwidehomefurnishingsinc.com\/blog\/?p=218"},"modified":"2014-06-19T12:58:40","modified_gmt":"2014-06-19T12:58:40","slug":"kitchen-decor-trends-for-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/worldwidehomefurnishingsinc.com\/blog\/kitchen-decor-trends-for-summer\/","title":{"rendered":"Kitchen Decor Trends for Summer"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Bringing A Taste Of Summer To Your Kitchen<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong>You already have your backyard set up for drinks on the patio, pool parties and backyard BBQs, but while you\u2019ve been outside tending to your green and perfecting your patio look, your kitchen has been left in the depth of winter.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ve thought of a few easy fixes to brighten things up and add colour and energy to the most important room in the house\u2026<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><!--more--><\/p>\n<p><strong>Striking Contrasts<\/strong><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Does your kitchen backsplash need a makeover? Working on your backsplash is an easy and relatively inexpensive way to introduce a bit of \u00a0summer to your kitchen. The more contrast the better.<\/p>\n<p>There are several specialized paints out there that are perfect for tile and often it only takes one coat, (time saver!) so commit to something bright and cheery.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_219\" style=\"width: 650px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a class=\"lightbox\" href=\"http:\/\/localhost\/worldwidehome-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/13428340743_74605266e1_o.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-219\" class=\"size-full wp-image-219\" src=\"http:\/\/localhost\/worldwidehome-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/13428340743_74605266e1_o.jpg\" alt=\"kitchen decor trends 2014 include contrasting backsplashes\" width=\"640\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/worldwidehomefurnishingsinc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/13428340743_74605266e1_o.jpg 640w, https:\/\/worldwidehomefurnishingsinc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/13428340743_74605266e1_o-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/worldwidehomefurnishingsinc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/13428340743_74605266e1_o-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-219\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">credit: https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/designmilk<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Remember, contrast is the key word\u2014not clash.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re worried about going overboard with your backsplash, you could opt for a beautiful contrast piece of furniture instead, like our <a href=\"http:\/\/inspireathome.com\/accent-seating\/benches\/nspire-morocco-bench-in-weathered-grey.html\">Morocco Bench in Weathered Grey<\/a>, which would look beautiful under a kitchen window.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"lightbox\" href=\"http:\/\/localhost\/worldwidehome-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/MOROCCO-401-781.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-221\" src=\"http:\/\/worldwidehomefurnishingsinc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/MOROCCO-401-781-1024x721.jpg\" alt=\"Morocco Bench from Inspire at Home\" width=\"740\" height=\"521\" srcset=\"https:\/\/worldwidehomefurnishingsinc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/MOROCCO-401-781-1024x721.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/worldwidehomefurnishingsinc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/MOROCCO-401-781-300x211.jpg 300w, https:\/\/worldwidehomefurnishingsinc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/MOROCCO-401-781-768x541.jpg 768w, https:\/\/worldwidehomefurnishingsinc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/MOROCCO-401-781-1536x1082.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/worldwidehomefurnishingsinc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/MOROCCO-401-781-2048x1443.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Thirsty, Anyone?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Summer beverages require fabulous glassware.<\/p>\n<p>One of the easiest ways to lighten up the look of any room is to display glassware. In the case of a kitchen, we\u2019re big fans of glass lemonade\/water stands. Depending on your existing d\u00e9cor, you may opt for a vintage pouring jug or an ultra-modern glass stand.<\/p>\n<p>We fell in love with this classic glass water stand from Pottery Barn:<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"lightbox\" href=\"http:\/\/www.potterybarn.com\/products\/drink-dispenser-stand\/?pkey=e%7Cwater%2Bdispenser%2Bstand%7C108%7Cbest%7C0%7C1%7C24%7C%7C2&amp;cm_src=PRODUCTSEARCH||NoFacet-_-NoFacet-_-NoMerchRules\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-222\" src=\"http:\/\/localhost\/worldwidehome-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/Potter-Barn-Water-Stand.jpg\" alt=\"Kitchen Decor Trends 2014 water stands\" width=\"710\" height=\"639\" srcset=\"https:\/\/worldwidehomefurnishingsinc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/Potter-Barn-Water-Stand.jpg 710w, https:\/\/worldwidehomefurnishingsinc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/Potter-Barn-Water-Stand-300x270.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 710px) 100vw, 710px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Make it part of your routine to have a fresh summer beverage on hand to serve when company comes over, or simply when the mood strikes you on a hot day.<\/p>\n<p>Another option is to display pretty glassware or crystal on an open shelf of cabinet. For example, your collection of red and white wine goblets would look lovely lined up on either the <a href=\"http:\/\/inspireathome.com\/nspire-amelia-console-table-in-rustic-white.html\" target=\"_blank\">Amelia<\/a> or <a href=\"http:\/\/inspireathome.com\/accent-furniture\/console-tables-cabinets\/nspire-athena-console-table-in-chrome.html\" target=\"_blank\">Athena<\/a>\u00a0console tables depending on your existing d\u00e9cor.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"lightbox\" href=\"http:\/\/localhost\/worldwidehome-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/amelia-console-table-in-rustic-white.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-224\" src=\"http:\/\/worldwidehomefurnishingsinc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/amelia-console-table-in-rustic-white-300x292.jpg\" alt=\"White console table from Inspire\" width=\"300\" height=\"292\" srcset=\"https:\/\/worldwidehomefurnishingsinc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/amelia-console-table-in-rustic-white-300x292.jpg 300w, https:\/\/worldwidehomefurnishingsinc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/amelia-console-table-in-rustic-white-1024x998.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/worldwidehomefurnishingsinc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/amelia-console-table-in-rustic-white-768x748.jpg 768w, https:\/\/worldwidehomefurnishingsinc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/amelia-console-table-in-rustic-white.jpg 1478w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><a class=\"lightbox\" href=\"http:\/\/localhost\/worldwidehome-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/Athena-Console-Table-in-Chrome.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-225\" src=\"http:\/\/worldwidehomefurnishingsinc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/Athena-Console-Table-in-Chrome-300x296.jpg\" alt=\"chrome console table\" width=\"300\" height=\"296\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re lucky enough to have a collection of colored glass, summer is the time to show it off! Even the darkest and most traditional d\u00e9cor can be livened up with colored glass!<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_226\" style=\"width: 1034px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a class=\"lightbox\" href=\"http:\/\/localhost\/worldwidehome-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/3185006127_18cbabe803_b.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-226\" class=\"size-full wp-image-226\" src=\"http:\/\/localhost\/worldwidehome-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/3185006127_18cbabe803_b.jpg\" alt=\"Colored glass kitchen trends 2014\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/worldwidehomefurnishingsinc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/3185006127_18cbabe803_b.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/worldwidehomefurnishingsinc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/3185006127_18cbabe803_b-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/worldwidehomefurnishingsinc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/3185006127_18cbabe803_b-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-226\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/crespoluigi\/<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>Liven Up The Little Things<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Kitchens are often pristine, all-white spaces. And one of the biggest summer trends is to incorporate color in unexpected areas for that extra pop of summer cheer. It\u2019s time to liven up the little things!<\/p>\n<p>Start with your dishtowels. It\u2019s easy to go for basic whites and stripes throughout the year, but once summer hits you should expand your horizons to bright yellows, greens, turquoises or pinks\u2014Whatever suits your taste. Patterns are great too. The bolder the better.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_227\" style=\"width: 1082px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a class=\"lightbox\" href=\"http:\/\/localhost\/worldwidehome-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/5262016676_85f631cb85_o.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-227\" class=\"size-full wp-image-227\" src=\"http:\/\/localhost\/worldwidehome-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/5262016676_85f631cb85_o.jpg\" alt=\"colored dish towels\" width=\"1072\" height=\"712\" srcset=\"https:\/\/worldwidehomefurnishingsinc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/5262016676_85f631cb85_o.jpg 1072w, https:\/\/worldwidehomefurnishingsinc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/5262016676_85f631cb85_o-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/worldwidehomefurnishingsinc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/5262016676_85f631cb85_o-1024x680.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/worldwidehomefurnishingsinc.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/06\/5262016676_85f631cb85_o-768x510.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1072px) 100vw, 1072px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-227\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/dinnerseries\/<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Mixing bowls, cutting boards, tablecloths, place mats and even utensils are all little things you can liven up while staying mindful of your budget. Use color to your advantage!<\/p>\n<p>Now that we\u2019ve shared our summer kitchen trends with you, it\u2019s time for you to share yours with us. How do you plan on bringing a taste of summer to your kitchen this year? We\u2019d love to know!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bringing A Taste Of Summer To Your Kitchen \u00a0You already have your backyard set up for drinks on the patio, pool parties and backyard BBQs, but while you\u2019ve been outside tending to your green and perfecting your patio look, your kitchen has been left in the depth of winter. 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