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Rubrik glass accent doors in turquoise cost $39-$119. Photo: IKEA
A bright and unusual sight hits IKEA. We like it.
At first, the idea of installing IKEA's new Rubrik cabinet doors in turquoise seems like a too-bold move. Who would want to cover their kitchen in bright blue? But, after thinking more about it, and seeing how nicely the glass accent doors look against neutrals like white, the idea is more and more appealing. So often, rooms that are the most expensive to change -- kitchens and bathrooms -- are the most boring. When watching shows like House Hunters, it's amazing how many people want the same thing in a kitchen: dark wood cabinets, granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances and hardwood floors. Isn't that a no-fail recipe for a safe, but, dare I say, boring room? Sure, it sounds nice. But, just like the kitchens and trends of years past, that seemingly classic combination will look dated one day, too.
So why not live a little, and have a bit of brightness to look forward to at breakfast, each morning? Pantone's 2010 color of the year is still going strong, and no matter what the season, or year, turquoise on white will always look beautiful.