Natural finishes have their merits, but there's something to be said for outfitting the heart of your home with lively hues.
Sights and smells collide for a synesthetic experience in these 10 homes from around the world. Drawn from the Dwell Magazine print archive, these kitchens sport audacious, stimulating hues ranging from cheery greens to blazing oranges and yellows.
A Yellow-and-Gray Kitchen in New York
Geraldine and Kit Laybourne remodeled the kitchen in their High Line apartment with yellow and gray interiors. The kitchen features an Artematica Vitrum glass system from Valcucine, artwork by Craig Kucia, and banquette cushion fabrics by Hella Jongerius for Maharam.
Photo: Christopher Wahl
A Blue-and-Orange Kitchen in an Australian Prefab
A Deep Blue Kitchen in a Scottish Longhouse
Dominic Houser’s no-nonsense longhouse in the Hebrides of Scotland—an archipelago on the northwest coast—features a blue that mirrors the color of the ocean. The vaulted space and uncluttered interiors are perfect for Houser’s regular meditation practice.
Photo: Andrew Lee
See the full story on Dwell.com: 10 Kitchens Dripping With Bold, Vivacious Color
