Orange is warm, energizing and thought to stimulate the appetite, making it a perfect color choice for the kitchen. Incorporating this vibrant hue into the heart of your home can feel intimidating, but we’ve got expert tips to help you pull it off.

If you want to start small, consider painting an orange accent wall in your kitchen. You can also subtly add color to your kitchen with accessories like rugs, window treatments and light fixtures.

If you’re ready to make a bigger commitment, consider choosing orange kitchen countertops, cabinets or appliances. This space by designer Kate Maloney pairs burnt orange lower cabinets with white upper cabinets and a complementary teal island. Coupling orange with neutrals like white, beige or gray is a great way to offset the intensity of the color.

The intense hue of the upper cabinets in this kitchen was chosen for its mood-lifting qualities. Studies have shown that the color orange stimulates optimism and a positive outlook. Considering most of us spend a little time each morning in the kitchen, starting each day with a cheery outlook is ideal.

This stunning orange Bertazzoni range is the focal point of this kitchen, balanced by the warmth of the walnut end grain island countertop and honed marble countertops. A mix of transitional and modern elements and statement pendant lights bring an industrial-meets-cottage look to this bright and bold kitchen.

This vibrant orange and gray kitchen banquette offers a prime spot to enjoy the bay window overlooking the backyard. Graphic throw pillows and fabric seat covers on Crate & Barrel Delta chairs complete the look and coordinate with the Roman shades.