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Sorry, minimalism – colourful quiet luxury is the new way to make a kitchen feel warm and expensive

A kitchen with black cabinets and pink walls painted in Farrow & Ball's Sulking Room Pink.

When the 'quiet luxury' trend first landed on our doorsteps, it was found to be quite divisive. The pared-back, minimal trend that signified wealth sent a message that high-end was synonymous with neutral colour palettes and simple designs. Fantastic news for those who naturally lean towards that style, but what if you prefer a more playful kitchen colour scheme?

Well, the latest development of the kitchen trend, colourful quiet luxury, might be for you. Colour and creating a high-end design aren't mutually exclusive, and the new version of this trend I've seen popping up on my social media feeds is all about using smart design techniques that introduce colour in a sophisticated way.

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