Posted by Kitchen Design

Texture
Texture relates to the physical properties of a particular form and it is often what the material is made from. Texture is a tactile (can be felt) and visual phenomenon.

Smooth textures appear to be formal while textured surfaces appear to be more casual. Smooth surfaces will reflect light at the same angle of incidence. Textured surfaces scatter reflected light, creating shadows and making the surface appear darker.
Texture plays a very big part in kitchen design. A kitchen is a preparation area for food so hygiene is of major importance to the consumer. Benchtops that are smooth are very easy to clean and cannot harbour germs. Therefore, any area that needs to be cleaned easily will most always have a smooth texture.

Heavily textured objects appear in the kitchen in the form of tiles (wall and floor), stone tops, timber doors and window coverings.

Tags: angle of incidence, Elements of Kitchen Design, kitchen design, smooth textures, textured surfaces