A DIY home remodel can help you to transform your kitchen into a modern marvel. In fact, according to a 2014 Cost vs. Value report, kitchen remodels had one of the highest Return On Investments (ROI) for home remodeling projects. Whether you choose to install a new backsplash, or are interested in replacing your kitchen cabinets, here are 12 inexpensive modern kitchen ideas to make it look like you spent a fortune.
What Modern Kitchen Ideas Can Transform Your Kitchen?
Transforming your kitchen into a modern space doesn’t have to cost you a small fortune. In fact, here are 12 inexpensive ideas that will trick your guests into thinking you spent more than you did.
- Install new hardware on your kitchen cabinets and a fresh coat of paint. — If you want to give your kitchen a modern facelift, then try installing new hardware on your cabinets and drawers. However, before you install modern handles and knobs, take a moment to give your cabinets a fresh coat of paint. The paint will breathe new life into your cabinets, making them look newer and more expensive than they actually are, while the new hardware will add a modern touch.
- Turn your sink into the centerpiece. — Installing a kitchen island or a new countertop can become a costly project. Instead, transform your sink into a beautiful centerpiece with the help of a sparkling white farmer’s sink. You can add a modern flare to this traditional sink with the use of an oversized pendant light, which will illuminate the sink and transform it into a focal point.
- Use wine bottles and copper wire to create a DIY kitchen chandelier. — Sometimes all that is needed in a kitchen remodel are a few DIY chandeliers. Wine bottles can be used to create modern artwork. Single hanging bottles can be used to add splashes of color to your kitchen lights. An entire wine bottle chandelier can be used to create a chic space over your wooden kitchen table.
- Install open shelves above your kitchen cabinets. — If your kitchen cabinets don’t reach the ceiling, then you can install open shelves above the spaces. Decorate these areas with small potted plants, pitchers, ceramic bowls, or other eye-catching decorations. This inexpensive DIY project will allow you to give your kitchen a facelift, without breaking the bank.
- Add a small tile backsplash. — A backsplash is an inexpensive way to add a modern feel to a traditional kitchen. The small tiles can also make a kitchen appear larger than it actually is.
- Remove the doors and hinges from your existing cabinets. — If you don’t have the money to install new cabinets, then you can transform your existing cabinets by removing the doors and hinges. Paint the interior and exterior of the cabinets a sparkling white to create the illusion of additional space. For a more modern look, you can paint the shelves a solid color.
- Accessorize your kitchen countertops. — Sometimes all a kitchen needs to look more expensive is a few well-placed accessories. Clear your kitchen counters of all but a few prominently displayed accessories, such as a juicer, mixer, or espresso machine.
- Install artwork. — All too often kitchens become cluttered spaces with blank wall spaces. Instead of letting your fridge or counter become a collecting spot for odds and ends, papers, and old photographs, transform your kitchen into a mini art gallery. Strategically install a few paintings, photographs, or prints on the walls of your kitchen. The artwork will brighten the space, add a touch of modernity, and make it look more expensive than it actually is.
- Upgrade your kitchen floor. — Flooring is one of the tricks to making a kitchen look more expensive than it is. Unless you plan on installing luxe tiles on a diagonal, say goodbye to the traditional kitchen floor. Instead think about installing wood that matches the rest of your home’s flooring.
- Make your kitchen seem more expensive and larger with the right layout. — One of the best laid out kitchens will work in a triangle by creating the smallest distance between the stove, sink, and refrigerator. With this layout, you can maximize efficiency, while simultaneously allowing the rest of your kitchen to become an open, inviting, and modern space.
- Paint the kitchen walls a brilliant white. — White paint has a way of making a room appear to be larger and more expensive. You can take the illusion a step further by matching the color of your kitchen stools and chairs. The matching color can be offset and enhanced by a beautiful marble or granite countertop, or a stunning wooden kitchen table.
- Use windows and mirrors to your advantage. — An elegant mirror above your sink can add a modern and expensive look to your kitchen. If your kitchen has windows, then use a brightly colored drape or window accessory to provide an expensive-looking flare, without spending a fortune.
Whether you choose to install new cabinets or prefer to simply add a fresh coat of paint, when completed correctly, a kitchen home improvement project can help to improve the value of your home. By implementing any of these 12 inexpensive ideas, you can transform your kitchen into a modern wonder that will leave your guests thinking you spent a small fortune.
2 Point Highlight
1)Â Transforming your kitchen into a modern space doesn’t have to cost you a small fortune.
2)Â By implementing any of these 12 inexpensive ideas, you can transform your kitchen into a modern wonder that will leave your guests thinking you spent a small fortune.
