The plight of the renter: to live in a space that’s never really yours. And one of the biggest pain points? The kitchen. Short of convincing your landlord to spring for a full-on renovation, you can’t really change the bones of the space. But you can make easy, colorful additions to spruce it up. Here’s how.
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Add a Showstopping Rug
Get really bold with color and print. Since many kitchens feature warm wood tones, shades of red, orange, or pink will really pop.
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Pick Stools in an Eye-Catching Hue
If you go for basic neutrals, they’ll just blend right in. Try a set of vibrantly hued stools to instantly punch up the breakfast bar or island.
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Put Up Patterned Curtains
Have a window? Hang hardware – or try a tension rod if drilling holes is forbidden – to add personality with a statement shade.
For more inspiration, head over to Apartment Therapy.
By Chrissy Waters, Associate Content Editor
