Color Story - Dark Olive Kitchen
Green kitchens have been making a comeback over the past two years, but our decision on the deep green hue in this San Juan home was far from just a trend-based decision.
Backstory of the Home
San Juan Capistrano is an incredibly unique city, and a rarity, in Southern California. It holds some of the oldest homes in the otherwise relatively new state, and this particular home is no exception. Originally built in 1934, this Spanish-style home is clad with a terracotta roof, stucco walls, and visible wooden beams. Upon the first visit, the home was beautiful just as it stood.
During the design process for this kitchen remodel, we knew we wanted to stay true to the original Spanish style and only compliment what we were already working with. One of the best parts of this home though is the land it stands on. From the kitchen, there are sprawling views of not only the expansive gem of a yard and garden but the mountains beyond.
This home was not fitting of the average all-white kitchen, nor did it call for poppy colors like blue. This home needed something that drew you to the outdoors, settled into the rich flooring, and ignited a warm and serene feeling.
The Perfect Color
The goal was in choosing a green that was warm, but muted, deep but rich, and could stand as a neutral that would withstand the test of time. Benjamin Moore’s Dark Olive 2140-30 ticked all of those boxes and was a sure fit for this project.
As a side note, I’m going to let you in on a little Rever Design Co. secret… the key to a timeless kitchen is to mix tones. Whether it be wood tones or hardware finishes like polished nickel and brass. In this case, you’ll notice we have used both the original flooring, a red oak, with a more modern-looking raw white oak. This brightened the overall feel of the kitchen by using varying wood stains in contrast with the opaque green paint finish.
An Evergreen Story
What we were left with by the end of this project was a kitchen that belonged in that home, one that felt authentic and organic and would continue to feel true year after year. It fit the story. What is the color story of your home?