How to Make Your Kitchen Look Expensive

Summary

In this video, Nick shares tips on elevating the look of your kitchen without breaking the bank. He emphasizes that 'expensive' is about tailored and custom design, not just cost. Key suggestions include upgrading faucets and drawer pulls, using low hanging pendant lights for a taller feel, incorporating under cabinet lighting for a luxe effect, extending cabinets to the ceiling for a seamless look, and considering color to add personality and designer flair. He also touches on the importance of cleanliness, functional details like appliance garages, and the underutilized role of art in the kitchen to make it a reflection of your style.

Takeaways

• 💡 Upgrading faucets and drawer pulls can add a touch of luxury to your kitchen by providing daily use of beautiful hardware.
• 💎 Matching metals in the kitchen, such as faucets and drawer pulls, creates cohesion and a seamless, contemporary look.
• 💡 Low hanging pendant lights over a kitchen island or peninsula can make the space appear taller and provide task lighting.
• ✨ Under cabinet and toe-kick lighting adds a subtle glow, enhancing the luxurious feel of the kitchen.
• 🏠 Cabinets that extend to the ceiling create a seamless, taller appearance and are easier to maintain by eliminating dust accumulation.
• 🎨 Adding color to the kitchen can make it feel more designer and personalized, rather than sticking to basic builder colors.
• 🌈 Using color in fixed elements like cabinetry or backsplashes can be a bold choice to make the space uniquely yours.
• 📐 Paneled appliances provide a built-in, cohesive look that is considered more high-end and premium.
• 🧩 Anchoring items with trays or cutting boards can reduce clutter and make the kitchen look more intentional and organized.
• 🧹 Keeping the kitchen clean and clutter-free is essential for maintaining an expensive appearance, as messiness detracts from any luxury.
• 🔌 Incorporating functional details like appliance garages, extra plugs, and innovative storage solutions can enhance both aesthetics and utility.
• 🖼 Introducing art in the kitchen is an underutilized way to show personality and make the space feel more expensive and unique.

Q & A

What is the main focus of Nick's video?

The main focus of Nick's video is to provide tips on how to make a kitchen look more expensive without necessarily spending a lot.

What does Nick suggest as the first step to upgrade a kitchen's appearance?

Nick suggests upgrading the faucet and drawer pulls as the first step to give the kitchen a more tailored and designer look.

Why does Nick recommend matching metals in the kitchen?

Matching metals in the kitchen can create cohesion and guide the eye around the space, making it feel more seamless and contemporary.

What role do low hanging pendant lights play in a kitchen's aesthetics according to Nick?

Low hanging pendant lights can provide task lighting and make the room feel taller, adding to the luxurious feel of the space.

Why does Nick recommend under cabinet lighting?

Under cabinet lighting provides a subtle glow that makes the kitchen look more luxurious and adds an extra layer to the lighting plan.

What is the effect of cabinets going to the ceiling as mentioned by Nick?

Cabinets going to the ceiling can make the space feel taller and more luxurious, as well as being easier to dust and maintain.

How does adding color to a kitchen contribute to its perceived value, according to the video?

Adding color can make a kitchen look more designer and bespoke, as it often requires more thought and reflects the homeowner's personality.

Why does Nick emphasize the importance of keeping the kitchen clean and clutter-free?

A clean and clutter-free kitchen enhances the space's aesthetics and makes it more inviting, whereas a cluttered kitchen can detract from even the most luxurious features.

What are 'paneled appliances' and why does Nick recommend them for a more expensive look?

Paneled appliances are kitchen devices that are integrated into the cabinetry, giving a seamless and high-end appearance to the kitchen.

What is an 'appliance garage' and how can it contribute to a kitchen's appearance?

An appliance garage is a built-in storage space for small kitchen appliances, which helps to keep the countertop clear and the kitchen looking more organized and aesthetically pleasing.

Why does Nick suggest considering art in the kitchen?

Art in the kitchen is an underutilized way to show personality and make the space more interesting, which can contribute to the perception of a more expensive look.