Home renovations have increased substantially in the last few years and show no signs of slowing. Updates to your house make it more enjoyable to live in and are a good investment. But, with so many design options, choosing the right style for your home can feel overwhelming.
For this reason, many homeowners are choosing a tuxedo kitchen. It is a versatile scheme that will match almost any home aesthetic.
This article explains what a tuxedo kitchen is and the benefits it offers. Keep reading to find out how it can transform your kitchen into a space you’ll love and that looks great.
A tuxedo kitchen gets its name from mirroring the look of a tuxedo: a gleaming white shirt silhouetted by black trousers and a jacket. It refers to a kitchen space that combines white or lighter colors in the top half of the kitchen with black or darker elements in lower areas.
While there is no set design rule for tuxedo kitchens, they usually entail cabinetry, backsplashes, and trim that are white, with lower cabinets, islands, chairs, and barstools in black.
Tuxedo kitchens were popular throughout the 20th century but became less so over time with modern home designs in the 70s and 80s. However, they have made a comeback and are now one of the most common kitchen redesign options today!
In general, kitchen renovations are a smart economic decision. They are by far the best choices you can make when it comes to your return on investment (ROI).
Should you sell your home, you can expect to get at least a 100 percent ROI on your investment for a kitchen remodel. In other words, you will recoup everything you put into the renovation and possibly make money off of it.
The main benefit of a tuxedo kitchen is that it uses brighter and darker colors in strategic ways. Brighter shades in higher spaces create ideal light reflection throughout the space. These can also make the room appear more spacious and open.
Conversely, darker colors are in lower areas around the space. They also provide a nice balance and contrast with the lighter color.
For years, all-white kitchens were standard. That is because the design goes will almost any furniture, appliances, and home furnishings in the room.
However, tuxedo kitchens offer a modern deviation from tradition without going overboard. They allow you to accessorize with black-and-white elements or add some pizzazz with other colors.
Tuxedo kitchens also look both contemporary and classic. You can expect them to go well with almost any home layout.
Working with a reputable designer and renovator will help you decide what updates work best with your home aesthetic and personal preferences.
Advantage Contracting is a licensed and insured contracting company with experienced design staff and technicians. No job is too big or small. We pride ourselves on attention to detail no matter the scope of the project. Reach out to us today, so we can help design a tuxedo kitchen that meets your budget and style expectations.