You need to make sure that when you are updating your kitchen you are making it look great and at the same time, it needs to serve its purpose. Clutter needs to be taken care of and the furniture needs to be placed so you can flow through the room while cooking and don't have to worry about tripping over things (which can get dangerous). Making sure the kitchen is the heart of your home is important and there are several ways to make sure that this happens.

Wall color is often what most people see first when they walk into a room. The right color can enhance the dimensions of a room, while the wrong color can make the room feel almost claustrophobic. Since the kitchen is a room where a lot of activity takes place, such as cooking and washing up dishes, a brighter color will energize the space and make the room feel light and airy, which is a great quality in a room that is so heavily used. Darker colors like navy blue and hunter green act as appetite suppressants, and while that is great for the waistline, it does not do much for a family meal or dinner party. Colors in the red and yellow families encourage appetites, which may be why "Kitchen Yellow" is such a popular color for this room. More neutral colors such as pale greens and beiges are great to create an airy space that can be dressed up with colorful accessories.

Making sure that the accessories are stylish is a big thing when it comes to updating. To have them out should not be hideous. You want them to be ready to use and also look good. Your small appliances should match (like toaster, microwave and so on) because they are usually out in the open and you want the room to look sleek and put together. Keeping them the same color or family is a good idea.

The linens don't have to be the same color, sometimes they look better if you make them colors that complement each other. You can use two or even three colors that go together and tie in to make the room look great. This makes it look cleaner and more put together.

Adding warmth to your kitchen is key and will make your family and friends feel more welcome in your home. Having pictures around too make you feel much warmer and welcoming. People will love to gather in your home while you are cooking and baking.