A Sweet Southern Lemon Themed Kitchen Design

…And then starting decorating!

This season, I have really started to like the organic pop of color that lemons provide.

Really, any natural pop of color. I love that neutral tone look, at the base of a design. However, the warmer months call for a little pop of fun.

Sometimes, you have to be careful with these color pops; They can be overwhelming and a little too in your face.

Too avoid this, it is important to remember [Like with most designs] to have a solid base design. All this means, is that your core decor is easily molded.

This is important for any area that you feel you would like to change with the seasons or holidays. In the long run, it makes transitioning your looks more affordable and overall, an easier process.

Typically, this means that you have a neutral base design.

Some people love the neutral look.

However, some don’t. So, maybe you’re the person that is going to say…

That’s so boring Katye. I like bold colors.

You can totally use bold and bright colors. My recommendation is to have your primary, core decor pieces, and furniture in neutral colors; Dress up your look with the colors you prefer.

Pillows
Throws
Pictures|Wall Decor
Candles
Decorative Accents
Appliances
Organic Decor [Fruits|Floral|Greenery|Etc.]

I encourage you to use these categories listed above [& those alike]. Then, make the color palette whatever best fits you and the look you’re going for!

I typically recommend these categories for bold design options because they are…

The most cost effective exchange [Comparison to large furniture|decor pieces]
Easy to store [Holidays and seasonal decor can rotate in and out; While only requiring a small amount of storage space]
Easily manipulated|changed

You don’t want to invest big money into a large item that traps you into one color palette, style, or design. Find core pieces that are timeless and you can change the look as many times as you want; Without breaking the bank!

For example, my husband and I built this chalkboard [DIY post coming soon] above and used a classic|neutral boarder. The board itself is 8′ x 4′; Which enables plenty of design space!

We change the design for different seasons|parties|holidays|etc.

Really whenever we feel like it!

Jay [My husband] actually does the art work itself and I design the look and color palette. It is always fun getting to create whatever design we are going for, together.

Jay does a good job at mimicking the design I want; But if you say…

I cannot draw anything like that.

You can actually buy a small [nothing too nice or expensive] projector and just project the image you are wanting onto your chalkboard.

Then all you have to do is trace your design!

This gallery consists of pictures from a design space, I like to use, on the end of my kitchen island. I typically do a design in this central location for every season and|or holiday. For me, it has been the perfect way to show a little of my personality and really set the theme for the room.

Some brands that I typically like to showcase in this area include:

Rae Dunn [“Welcome” planter]
Magnolia [Wooden recipe cards, Marble top & Wooden top cake/platter stands, Match box set, Wooden server]
Williams-Sonoma [Marble rolling pin, Magazine, Cocktail mix]
TJMaxx Finds [Lemons, Greenery, Candle]

This picture was taken from, one of the seats at, our breakfast table.

Here I use a lot of soft, earth tones year around; To soften the dark colored cabinets in our kitchen.

This area is directly attached to our kitchen. Therefore, it is the perfect space to continue any look we create in the kitchen; While at the same time complimenting those darker cabinets with some light|neutral colors.

This table and chairs [Breakfast Nook post coming soon] are the perfect example of large purchases that are a neutral color. They are easily complimented with any color|design.