How To Make A Large Space Feel Cosy Featuring Replacement Kitchen Doors

From large appliances to tiled floors, it can be all too easy for kitchens to feel colder and starker than we would ideally like, especially if you’re fortunate enough to have a large space to work with.

So, if you’ve been dreaming of a cosy kitchen that allows you to rest and recharge at the end of a long day, here are some design tips to consider.

How to Make Your Space Feel Cozy

Create a cosy seating area 

One of the advantages of working with a large kitchen space is that you have enough room to incorporate a range of different features and zones. Having a cosy seating area that looks inviting and feels luxurious will instantly increase the comfort levels in your kitchen. 

If you’re also fortunate enough to have a large window in your kitchen, creating a window seat can provide you with an ideal place to both enjoy your morning coffee and wind down as the sun sets.

Feeling grounded at the beginning and end of each day is so important, so creating a dedicated space in your kitchen for this can make a huge impact on your everyday life. 

Pro Tip: Style with plush cushions and knitted blankets to amp up the cosiness factor even more.

Choose warm tones 

A colour palette filled with warm colours is a simple way to infuse the cosiness factor within any space. If you want to keep your walls bright and white, choosing colourful replacement kitchen doors is a perfect way to incorporate colour in a way that feels both fresh and timeless.

Our Bella Stratford replacement kitchen doors have a timeless elegance, which is enhanced by the classic panelling and clean lines. From warm ivory to blush pink and rich fir green, there are many colourful options to choose from, so it shouldn’t be hard to find a shade that reflects your personal style.

Pro Tip: Another option is to select replacement kitchen doors in a natural warm wood finish, particularly if you’re inspired by traditional farmhouse kitchens.

Incorporate open shelving 

Large spaces often come with a lot of wall space, which is a prime opportunity to install some open shelving and display some of your favourite objects. Whether you have a sizeable cookbook collection, enjoy beautiful glassware or want to display some of your prized houseplants, open shelving offers plenty of storage while also ensuring your personality shines through in one of the most important rooms of your home.

Choose shelving in the same colour as your cabinetry for a cohesive look. Alternatively, paint your shelving in a contrasting tone to highlight it as a feature in your space.

Textiles can incorporate a sense of homeliness 

While having a tiled or wooden floor is practical and easy to clean, hard flooring can take some of the warmth and cosiness out of a room. A simple way to make your kitchen feel more homely is to accessorise with different textiles throughout the space.

From washable runners and rugs to beautifully patterned tea towels, seat cushions and tablecloths, you might be surprised at just how many opportunities there are to bring texture and tactility to your kitchen space with textiles.

Good lighting is essential 

It’s always a good idea to have some overhead lighting in your kitchen, however it’s important to select the right fitting and bulb to ensure your space never looks or feels too cold or stark.

Incorporating accent lighting in carefully chosen areas is a simple and effective way to make your room feel cosier. Think candles on your dining table, LED strips underneath your cabinets, and table lamps with beautiful shades surrounding your cosy seating area.

You could also consider hanging sheer curtains in your windows, which will softly diffuse the light entering your kitchen during the day without making the room feel too dark.

Create a cosy sanctuary with Happy Doors replacement kitchen doors 

Whether you love the clean lines of modern design or are looking for replacement kitchen doors with a traditional look and feel, please browse our range today to find your perfect match or call us on 01256 845 816 or email hello@happy-doors.co.uk with any questions!