Considering how much time each person spends in the kitchen, you want this room to be beautiful and cozy. Color selection plays an important role in this. The choice of shade helps to balance the room and fill it with a certain mood and emotions.
Lime cuisine looks very fresh and positive
One of the bold and unusual solutions is a lime-colored kitchen. A rich, bright shade, consisting of undertones of green and yellow, looks very fresh and positive. However, you need to work with it carefully - the color is considered quite capricious, so when planning the design of such a kitchen you will have to take into account a number of nuances.
Be careful when working with lime
Let's figure it out together.
Lime shades and interior styles
First of all, you need to understand that the color of fresh lime will not suit all interior styles. Strict classical cuisine, baroque, empire, gothic - here a rich and catchy shade would not be very appropriate.
Lime is the ideal solution for modern interiors
It is more suitable for modern styles, but variations are possible.
This color gives a wide field for experimentation
For example, for a modern classic, a lime-colored set of muted tones with a matte texture is suitable. Combine it with cream, beige and other light tones. For example, lime facades and powder wallpaper. This combination looks very gentle and neat, but at the same time refreshes the interior, adding an unexpected touch.
In a classic style, lime should be softened with more noble tones
Lime is ideal for modern style. Here, on the contrary, rich colors and glossy texture are welcome. Corner sets with a catchy color look good. By the way, you can experiment with prints. It is not necessary to make the kitchen monochromatic: thematic drawings will fit the theme. Decorate your furniture with images of cut citrus fruits or tropical motifs. Bold and extraordinary.
By the way: Art Nouveau allows for unexpected color combinations, for example lime with rich fuchsia or sea green colors. True, in this case the rest of the interior should be restrained. We recommend white and light gray shades.
It is necessary to handle lime with care in Provence, country, and Mediterranean interiors. On the one hand, it can be classified as natural shades. On the other hand, it is still quite catchy, and these styles welcome soft tones.
Muted shades are more suitable here
However, if you choose a not too catchy, muted tone, then it can easily fit into the interior. Soften the lime with an olive note - this way the color will retain its originality, but will become more restrained and noble.
Mixing lime with olive gives a noble color
You can absolutely freely use lime in high-tech interiors. The yellow-green color scheme, in principle, reveals itself favorably against the background of metallic elements, and lime color is no exception. Bright facades or a printed apron, decorative elements - all this is permissible and will be appropriate.
High-tech interior with lime - fresh and unusual
If you're nervous about decorating a lime kitchen, you can experiment with the details. Lime print on the apron or on the facade of a more restrained color, dishes, textiles or decorations - such color strokes will greatly enliven the interior of your kitchen, adding color and positivity to it.
Yellow-green
A rich and bright shade of lime is a fashion trend for 2021, which helps to bring a special atmosphere, style and attractiveness to the image. This color is a mixture of green and yellow.
In 2021, we will be able to see the lime shade in more classic outfits, in particular, such as skirts, dresses, blazers, and in tracksuits. If you like more luxurious and spectacular clothing options, then you should choose outfits made from silk materials. Luxurious lime-colored dresses will look great.
If you prefer a casual or sporty style, then you should buy a sweatshirt and joggers in yellow-green color. Lime green also looks very interesting in the form of accessories, especially bags and nail polish.
The most successful color combinations
As we have already said, lime is a rather capricious color that requires a special approach. Some shades emphasize its beauty and depth, while others can “kill” it, completely blurring the impression of a bright kitchen.
Lime shades need the right frame
First of all, remember the main rule - since lime is a mixture of two tones, the remaining colors should be as pure as possible. This means rich shades without obvious tones. This way you will be able to avoid visual overload in your kitchen.
The more lime, the purer the colors.
Classic white goes well with lime tones. However, you need to choose the right tone: oddly enough, white can be very diverse. Consider the thermal scheme of your kitchen and do not mix cold shades with warm ones.
Withstand the thermal segment
Combinations can be very diverse: a white set looks expressive against the backdrop of rich lime walls. Conversely, white walls will emphasize the expressive tone of citrus furniture.
If the white color seems boring to you, replace it with something close in color - ivory, cream, vanilla, cloudy. Evaluate the purity of the shade - a grayish impurity in this case will be unnecessary.
In a duet with black, lime tones look strict, even somewhat noble. This combination is well suited for kitchens in high-tech or minimalist style. However, be careful: this solution is not suitable for kitchens that are too small. You will visually make the room even smaller. The exception is if the lime tone dominates, and black acts as an additional color and simply emphasizes its saturation.
Black highlights lime
But in spacious kitchens you can experiment at your own discretion: any combinations and proportions are allowed here.
Woody notes in combination with lime are another almost classic solution. We recommend avoiding light wood species - pine and birch look pale against a lime background. But dark wood will look interesting, emphasized by rich greenery.
Dark wood is a great background for lime
The optimal choice is wenge or dark oak. Karelian birch is also quite suitable, but it is now more often found in the form of imitation. Try a two-tone kitchen—for example, a dark wood bottom and a lime green top. The opposite is also possible, but in this case the room will visually become lower, which means that the technique is only suitable for kitchens with high walls. Experiment with textures - matte wood and glossy lime look very decent.
For light breeds, choose muted tones
A fashionable design feature is a combination of lime and zebrawood. The textured striped material looks interesting on its own, but in combination with a rich citrus tone it reveals itself even more interesting. However, be careful when choosing materials: if the stripes are uneven or sloppy, the lime will highlight this flaw. Therefore, you need to look for high-quality zebrawood materials if you do not want to visually cheapen your kitchen.
Lime combined with zebrawood is a very interesting move
Lime harmonizes well with all shades of beige and brown. Use the color wheel to find the right combination of tones. And remember that it is not advisable to mix the warm and cold segments - in this case, the lime may be too sharp against a restrained background.
Traditional shades harmonize with lime
The combination of lime with various bright colors looks bold and unusual. For example, for a large kitchen, an extraordinary solution would be a combination of red and lime. However, keep in mind that the rest of the interior in this case should be discreet - for example, white walls and ceiling, brown floor. Otherwise, your eyes will get tired too quickly.
Are you afraid of catchy combinations? Add a couple of red accents.
An almost classic combination is lime with aqua or turquoise. In fact, all three shades are based on green, diluted with yellow or blue in a certain proportion. Therefore, you can safely experiment - the colors complement each other, allowing you to create a beautiful and unusual interior.
Turquoise elements highlight the lime
For lovers of shocking, we recommend trying to combine lime with various shades of pink - fuchsia, purple, pink. The solution is quite extraordinary, so it is better to consult with a designer - it is extremely important to choose tones that are in harmony with each other, otherwise the kitchen will look ridiculous.
Bold and unusual
Soft lilac and lime are another interesting option. In this case, it is better to abandon glossy textures, giving preference to matte ones. This way you can create an unusual kitchen with non-traditional colors.
Elegant solution
Combination with other colors
Not everyone is ready to decide on a monochrome kitchen design in juicy citrus. It is better if only part of the headset is made in this color. You can play with modules, making only the top or bottom of the set bright. There are a great many compositional options, for example, highlighting the vertical lines of cabinets or horizontal drawers with color, combining colors in a checkerboard pattern or chaotically. A harmonious combination for lime would be the following shades:
- beige, cream tones and light wood species (walnut, alder, oak, birch, ash) will “calm” the energy of lime;
- the timeless texture of dark wenge wood plays interestingly with lime in contrast; the neighborhood with exotic zebrawood will look luxurious;
- variations of lime with different tones of gray - from light to graphite, have the right to exist, because it combines perfectly with stainless steel surfaces;
- Lime looks very fresh with classic white and turquoise; this tandem will especially decorate a kitchen with windows facing the sunny side;
- lime with orange, coral, yellow (lemon) - the most “summer” combinations, very sunny, even tropical; you need to be careful with them - they can quickly get boring;
- Combinations of lime with purple and blue are effective and pleasing to the eye.
Selection of furniture and kitchen units for the dining area
When working with complex colors, it is very important to pay attention to the correct selection of furniture. We strongly do not recommend creating a monochromatic lime kitchen: a fairly catchy color is unlikely to please you for a long time; rather, it will begin to irritate you within a month.
Lime is best combined with other shades
Therefore, it is important to show moderation here. For example, if you purchased a lime set, then the dining group should be a different shade. Try to soften some of the aggressiveness of the lime - if you overdo it, you will quickly get tired in such a kitchen. At the same time, in the right proportion, it, on the contrary, contributes to the emergence of positive thoughts.
For finishing facades, it is better to choose acrylic panels, plastic, tempered glass - these materials allow you to recreate pure and rich lime. But it is better to refuse PVC film, no matter how attractive it looks - the material is too unreliable, and any scratch or abrasion on the lime color will be too conspicuous.
Furniture with catchy colors must be of high quality
For a rich citrus set, choose an apron in a neutral color: white, beige, wood tones. This way the color will appear brighter, but will not look intrusive. Or vice versa: a kitchen in a restrained color scheme will be perfectly complemented by a printed or simply plain lime apron. In this case, take care of the saturation of the shade - the brighter it is, the more interesting the room will look.
Use the color wheel and our recommendations from the previous section to choose furniture that will create a harmonious impression.
Combination with other colors
Lime is a rather moody shade. Over time, the brightness begins to irritate, which is facilitated by constant presence in the kitchen. To avoid this, it is necessary to dilute the richness of the citrus with a neutral tone. A calm palette mutes the monochrome. Designers use the following color combinations for lime:
- Classic combination of black and white. Shades can be either a background or accentuate a certain detail. For example, black furniture together with green trim looks stylish and sophisticated.
- Lemon shade. Bright colors dilute gray everyday life and fill the room with freshness. The summer atmosphere brings notes of enthusiasm and energy. The use of a snow-white background somewhat softens the lime, imbuing it with warmth and calm.
- Emerald. Similar shades that contribute to a relaxing atmosphere, cozy family or friendly gatherings. Suitable for people who want to relax after a working day and gain strength.
- With noble wood. The natural, laconic interior resembles a forest clearing. The design is calm, discreet, somewhat exotic.
- Grey. Stone stylization perfectly complements the lively shade.
- Purple or pink palette. This color scheme is chosen only by brave individuals who value individuality. The kitchen looks unusual, fashionable and very expensive. Guests and friends will be delighted with the hostess’s taste.
Decorating the room
If you can't decide on a lime kitchen, use this shade for decorative elements. In this quality, the color behaves impeccably - bright strokes will decorate any kitchen.
Even if it's just dishes, lime color enlivens the interior
For example, you can choose lime curtains. The ideal material is satin, satin. For a more subtle effect, choose lightweight tulle. But you will have to give up cotton and other textured, matte materials: the texture is not the best basis for lime, the color will look a bit dirty.
Lime curtains look very interesting
Important: Also pay attention to the cornices: their tone must match the lime, otherwise you won’t get a beautiful window.
Pictures with lime elements will look good. You don’t have to reinvent the wheel and just buy a still life with citrus fruits: such a drawing will suit even a strict classic interior, adding fresh colors to it.
Modular picture with lime
A bolder solution is a 3D print in lime tones. Where you apply it depends entirely on your taste. For small kitchens, a print on the apron or on the facade is good, for spacious ones - on the wall. In addition, you can install printed stretch ceilings in the room - they look very catchy and interesting.
Printed apron with limes
Please note : However, if you order a print for the kitchen, you need to take care of its quality. A low-quality, blurry print with an unclear pattern will completely ruin the impression of your kitchen, no matter how beautiful the design is.
An interesting solution for the kitchen is lime-colored appliances. Many manufacturers now produce both small and large equipment. Of course, a refrigerator or stove will not suit every interior style. Although for retro they can be a real find, especially if you choose the right shape.
A real find for a retro kitchen
But small appliances, such as a toaster, kettle or blender, can become a bright and interesting accent in almost any kitchen.
Accessories will enliven the interior
Don't forget about little things like coasters, salt shakers, and spice jars. Does your kitchen seem a little boring? Brighten up the atmosphere with fun lime accessories.
This is also relevant for textiles: towels, napkins and potholders in lime color look very interesting. In addition, they are much easier to care for than white kitchen textiles.
Accessories help create the atmosphere
Lime-colored dishes also look very beautiful. Nutritionists note that all shades of green promote a healthy appetite - why not take advantage of this? And beautiful plates with cups can become real decorations for your kitchen.
If the floor is cold, you can put a rug or runner with lime motifs on it. A plain bright canvas, a print or just one of the colors of an abstract pattern - it’s up to you. In any case, the kitchen will become cozier and more interesting.
Curtains for the kitchen in lime color
Despite the fact that lime shades can calm and relax, such a kitchen design looks quite expressive. Therefore, when it comes to choosing suitable textiles for a lime kitchen, namely curtains, experts advise first of all to pay attention to plain variations of curtains or products with unobtrusive patterns. The color of the curtains in this example should be combined as much as possible with the color of other decorative details, but not merge with the color of the walls.
Design examples
And yet, do not forget that lime is a rather difficult color to work with. It is very important to correctly combine all the elements of the interior to make it sparkle. To make your work easier, we have collected photos of the most successful, in our opinion, interiors using lime.
Unusual designs, color combinations and furniture arrangement. We hope that with this photo selection, designing a kitchen in lime tones will be a real pleasure.
Lime enlivens any interior Powdery beige and lime against a white background look very interesting
Almost everyone likes white-lime cuisine
Even in small quantities, lime color refreshes the kitchen
Lime works well in modern kitchens Look for unusual combinations
Find a way to highlight the purity of the lime.
Light wood, lime and white - almost a classic solution
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The psychology of lime color
Everyone knows that colors can affect a person and his psyche from different sides. Just like the fact that green shades tend to calm and pacify. This is the color of life, harmony, nature. It is believed that those who love him are generous, reliable and constant people. In psychology, green is a symbol of growth. Therefore, people who prefer it are always committed to change, to something better. There are a great variety of shades, but recently the lime color has become increasingly popular. He seems to be filled with vital energy and exudes it to those around him. Citrus notes give it dynamism and brightness. It is actively used in interior design and clothing. Let's consider the most current and fashionable options, combinations and tips from designers and stylists.
Shades used
Lime shades include shades obtained by combining yellow and green. Depending on their ratio and intensity, several tones are distinguished:
- traditional – yellow dominates;
- web-lime – a bright shade of “acid” type;
- lemon – maximum percentage of yellow;
- electric – closer to green, with a glow effect;
- lime green is the darkest shade, close to emerald;
- Arctic – cold, with turquoise-emerald notes;
- French lime – close to light green.
