Colors for a small kitchen

Hi everyone
I'm building a small Southwestern cottage..AKA Casita.
The kitchen is only about 70sq feet. Nice U shaped counter space though. My question is...Which shade combo would make it appear larger...Dark counter top with light base cabinets?..OR
Light counter top with darker base?
Thanks from Whitefeather

 

Depends of the color of the walls, windows, etc

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I would go with the lighter base and the darker counter top, but mostly my personal opinion. I think making the cabinets standout will enhance the look of the kitchen making it look brighter and bigger. But I would post a pic if possible, it would help make a better educated answer.

 

Hi Whitefeather,

I would go with a dark counter top with light base cabinets. To me it seems the light cabinets would create the illusion of more space whereas having a darker cabinet may make your kitchen seem closed in.