This luxurious studio apartment (Styled by Linnéa H. Manaberi, photographed by Henrik Linden for Alvhem) is located in a beautiful turn-of-the-century building with high ceilings and curved windows. These give the relatively small space a spacious impression and allow for a lot of daylight.
The walnut kitchen is built from floor to ceiling, allowing for additional storage space. The walnut cabinets stand out against the beige walls and the light hardwood flooring. An island with seating separates the cooking space from the rest of the living room.
The living space includes a sofa area with a TV and a small bed for sleeping. The two beige lounge chairs separate the two areas visually from each other.
A living and sleeping space with beige walls and white wainscoting
The historic living room walls pair a soft beige wall color and white wainscoting that matches the white crown molding underneath the ceiling. The sofa area consists of a beige sofa paired with two beige lounge chairs for a neutral look.
The walnut coffee table and side table match the kitchen cabinets and the green plant in front of the window adds a fresh touch to the color palette.
A small bed fits perfectly in the living room corner, with a green plant and two lounge chairs separating this area from the rest of the room.
A walnut kitchen with a small kitchen island
The floor-to-ceiling kitchen has walnut cabinets that add a lovely contrast to the studio apartment. The kitchen island with seating separates the cooking area from the rest of the space and also functions as a spot for dining.
The walnut cabinets are paired with a limestone countertop and backsplash, and black appliances.
Five pendant lights add functional lighting to the kitchen island and make for a great statement piece in the kitchen.
From the kitchen, you can reach the small hallway with marble flooring.
Each year, dark kitchen cabinetry grows in popularity when compared to traditional light tones and standard white cabinets. These dark elements and design styles can produce a dramatic effect with a modern look that’s sure to impress.
To help you design your dream kitchen and flip traditional kitchens on their head, take a look at the most inspiring dark kitchen cabinet ideas below.
Pair Dark Wood Flooring With Dark Cabinets and Matching Walls Against White Countertops
If you’re looking to fully embrace the dark side, this kitchen design is for you. Dark wood flooring and matching dark cabinetry and walls come together to create a dramatic space. Open shelves flank a black stove and the white countertops add depth, providing contrast to the darkness.
Photographed by Ozolappa, styled by Yngfalk for Historiska Hem
Fill the Kitchen With Dark Brown Tones By Pairing Wood Cabinets and Flooring With Two-Tone Walls
Anyone who would prefer that their darker cabinets have a bit of texture is sure to love this next idea. Warm tones and a white backsplash result in timeless elegance and an inviting atmosphere in this kitchen design.
Two-tone walls and light wood flooring beautifully complement the dark cabinetry, while the black finish of the appliances helps them discretely fade into the backdrop.
Make a Bold Statement With Black Cabinets in a Light-Toned Kitchen
Matte black kitchen cabinets set against lighter tones and a blend of visual textures create a breathtaking impression upon entering the space. The black cabinet hardware helps to create a seamless look, solidly positioning the marble island as the focal point of the room.
Brown bar stools echo the brown tones of the hardwood floor which, alongside the gray walls, acts as a stepping stone between the bright white island and ceiling and the stark black cabinetry.
Combine Dark Brown Wood Cabinets and Dark Gray Paint With a Much Lighter Shade of Wood Flooring
Installing two-tone cabinets is yet another way to make the trend of using darker colors more personalized to your home and personality.
The wood grain on the base cabinets and decorative items situated throughout the mixed shelving unit on the wall provide a lot of visual interest to this space. The lighter flooring continuing through the doorway into the next room also helps to tie the rest of the home together.
Create a Truly Dramatic Kitchen With All-Over Black Cabinets, Shelves, Countertops, and Appliances
Matte black cabinets paired with black countertops are among the boldest dark kitchen cabinet ideas. The resulting kitchen design is an edgy showstopper perfect for those with a flair for the dramatic.
A black, geometric open shelving unit is the best fit for this blank wall space, and the black range hood and faucet keep the theme going. Overall, this kitchen is one of the moodiest examples we’ve seen and is truly stunning.
Use Dark Kitchen Cabinets in an Open-Plan Space to Better Divide the Kitchen and Living Room
Open-plan homes can pose a unique challenge when it comes to the color palette and decor. Oftentimes, these layouts need a visual division of space, but that can be difficult in itself in a compact setting.
These dark gray cabinets with a navy undertone are an excellent example of how you can make this type of area work well together. The bold color makes it clear that the kitchen is a separate space, but the similar tones in the furniture and artwork of the living and dining spaces tie the entire room together.
Paint Your Cabinets With a Vibrant Blue Hue in an All-White Kitchen for a Sleek, Stunning Appearance
If you’re in search of a striking contrast, go for light-colored countertops, walls, and floors paired with a bold pop of color on the cabinets.
Where many dark kitchen cabinet ideas focus on creating a fully dark space, this styling is a breath of fresh air. The white throughout the space reflects the natural light pouring through the window, allowing the coloring of the dark kitchen cabinets to truly shine.
Pair Dark Cabinets With Sandy Brown Tones and White Countertops for an Old World Traditional Feel
As mentioned before, lower and upper cabinets in complementary paint colors can be a fun and visually appealing way to experiment with dark kitchen cabinets. Additionally, glass front cabinets can also bring an extra element of personality to the space.
This kitchen in particular blends all of these touches together into a unique design that just screams vintage class and elegance. The warm coppery tones specifically create a very inviting and welcoming air.
Use Dark Wood Cabinets in a Kitchen With Dramatic Textured Walls and Patterned Flooring
Another way that you can play with blending dark cabinets with other deep colors is to pair natural wood cabinetry and striking textured black walls. The lower cabinets provide the space with a rustic feel, especially when set against the hardwood floor.
Where other cabinet ideas pair them with smooth-finished walls, this example takes the counter material and continues it to the ceiling for a dramatic effect.
Combine Black Cabinets, White Marble Countertops, and Gold Hardware for Timeless Appeal
As we’ve seen, dark kitchen cabinets come in a wide variety of materials, finishes, and designs. One easy DIY way of transforming your cabinets into a darker and more bold version of themselves is by applying wood stain.
Stained cabinets can provide any kitchen with a one-of-a-kind appearance without requiring a whole kitchen remodel. These black kitchen cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and gold hardware all work together to create a sophisticated kitchen that’s still down-to-earth.
Use Muted Brown Cabinets in a Galley-Style Kitchen With Unique Wallpaper and Painted Shiplap
A kitchen with earthy tones and loads of natural light is the perfect environment for dark kitchen cabinets. This kitchen pairs them with intricate wallpaper, light brown shiplap, and bronze hardware.
With just a few minor adjustments to the styling, you could also use a muted green backsplash or exposed brick for a more vintage design.
Create the Ultimate Industrial-Style Modern Kitchen With Dark Kitchen Cabinets and Stainless Steel Countertops
Dark cabinets are an excellent choice for those looking for a more industrial touch to their kitchen. These modern, smooth-faced kitchen cabinets are a great match for the stainless steel counters and backsplash.
A discrete row of under-cabinet lighting helps to bring additional lighting into the sink area, while small, sleek pendant lights do the same over the cooktop. This futuristic kitchen is ideal for those who like to stay on the cutting edge of interior design.
Offset Neutrals With Deep Blue Paint Set Against Bright White Walls
A subway tile backsplash and dark cabinets are a tried and true kitchen design. Subway tiles are a versatile and trendy, yet classic, material that won’t soon go out of style, meaning your kitchen is sure to stand the test of time.
The dark blue cabinets here are balanced well by the light wood tones and white backsplash and walls. This helps keep the space from feeling too dim, which is an excellent compromise for those who want color but are concerned about lighting.
Make Your Cabinets the Center of Attention With Dark Green Paint in a Beige Kitchen
Dark green cabinets in a kitchen filled with off-white and beige tones are the perfect color palette for wowing guesting and placing your kitchen center stage. Emerald, forest green, dark olive green, and hunter green, as seen below, are all fantastic choices for this approach.
The lighter elements paired with the large window add brightness to the room, highlighting the dark green cabinets even more.
Paint Smooth-Faced Cabinets With Dark Gray to Complement a Gray Backsplash and Black Appliances
For a more modern kitchen style, choose dark cabinets with a flat panel for the front instead of a designed door. Both the lower and upper cabinets here feature the same smooth face and are separated by a gray tile backsplash, resulting in a chic kitchen that’s complemented by the chosen decor.
Use Dramatic Navy Paint in a White Kitchen With Open Shelving and a Wood Floor
These dark cabinets combine a lot of the design ideas we’ve seen before into a fresh and exciting kitchen. The dark blue, nearly black, kitchen cabinets are paired with white walls, open shelving, and a wood herringbone floor. White marble counters and natural decor complete the look.
Make the Most Out of a Compact Kitchen By Pairing Dark Kitchen Cabinets With Visually Textured Finishes
For the last entry in our list of dark kitchen cabinet ideas, black cabinetry is used in a setting we haven’t seen before. A kitchen with a sloped ceiling can pose unique design challenges, all of which this example kitchen handles well.
Small black light fixtures are mounted right above the cooking area to ensure adequate lighting and the visual textures of the painted walls and backsplash create a welcome contrast to the dark lower cabinets.
This beautiful historic flat for sale in Sweden (via Alvhem) has a subtle light grey wall color in the open-plan kitchen and living room, decorated with a few green accents in the plants and accessories for a vibrant effect.
The classic white shaker kitchen is finished with a dark grey stone countertop for a contrasting effect. The small kitchen island in the middle divides the large space into a cooking and dining area for a functional layout.
The bedroom is painted in a deep blue wall color with a green undertone for a dramatic effect. The hallway has the same grey wall paint as the living room and features a DIY desk and custom storage modules to make it very functional.
A grey living room with a grey couch and green accent pieces
The grey walls in the living room are paired with a grey couch and a white rug for a neutral effect paired with different wood tones in the furniture. The green plants, throw pillows and artwork add a fresh touch to the color palette.
The small wall drawers on the wall next to the kitchen entrance look very subtle and elegant, holding a few decor pieces and art works.
A classic white shaker kitchen with a grey stone countertop
The white shaker kitchen cabinets go high up to the ceiling, leaving enough space for a beautiful finish with kitchen cabinet moldings on the top.
The grey stone countertop and backsplash along with the black appliances make for a beautiful contrast in the kitchen space. A small kitchen island separates the room visually and creates different functional areas.
The dining table next to the window features walnut furniture pieces that add a great contrast to the setting. The green artwork on the wall adds a fresh touch to the kitchen wall as well.
A deep blue bedroom wall color for a dramatic effect
The dark blue bedroom walls have a subtle green undertone, for a dramatic and interesting effect in the space. The contrast with the white ceiling and the light wood flooring accentuates the asymmetrical floor plan.
The storage cabinet on the bedroom wall is painted in the same color, making it blend in.
A functional hallway with a DIY desk and custom storage
The hallway is painted in the same light grey wall color as the living room, for a subtle and soft effect. A custom storage solution with a built-in mudroom bench provides the hallway with lots of storage space.
The brown velvet seating pillow adds a warm touch to the setting. The mirror above the bench is great for checking your outfit before leaving, yet it also makes the hallway visually larger.
Picture ledges painted in the same color as the wall make for a beautiful gallery wall in the hallway.
A niche spot in the hallway is used for a DIY desk and shelving section, creating a great spot to work from home.
Without a spare room or other unused square footage, it can seem impossible to have a designated home work space. However, with a bit of creativity, you can easily create a functional home office carved from a fraction of your living room.
Below, you can find the most inspiring living room ideas to help you design an artistic office space that will blend seamlessly with your existing interior design.
Combine Built-In Bookshelves With a Desk Base to Create a Sophisticated Home Office Space
One of the best ways to transform living spaces and combine separate functions into a cohesive room is to blend your home workstation with other functional furniture. This home office is created by attaching a desk to built-in bookshelves, allowing the office components to transition easily into more decorative elements.
The colors of the chair echo the top row of books, beautifully tying the space together and resulting in a sense of balance and harmony.
An Intricately Designed Wooden Desk Perpendicular to Wall-to-Wall Shelving
Perhaps your shelving doesn’t allow a desk to be added, or you simply need all of the shelf space for storage. You can still achieve a similar feel by placing the office desk against the nearest wall, perpendicular to the shelves.
Here, the elegant wooden desk pairs very well with the flooring and couch, while the rolling office chair matches the dark shelving. The placement of each piece of furniture is just right so as not to impede movement through the room.
A Thin and Sleek Living Room Office With a Matching Bookcase and Furniture
If you want to make your living room office appear intentional instead of an afterthought, pick out a desk and accessories that match your existing decor. This example living room uses the same style and material for the TV console table, desk, and bookshelf, allowing everything to appear as if they came from the same set.
For a living room with larger and more substantial furniture, a full-sized corner desk may be more appropriate if there’s enough space.
Place a Small Desk in Front of a Dormer Window in a Living Room With a Sloped Roof
Sloped ceilings can pose a design challenge, limiting space and requiring careful planning of the layout. That being said, the space in front of a dormer window is the perfect place to make a small office nook.
This placement floods the desk area with natural light and provides a wonderful view for you to enjoy whether working from home or completing a to-do list. The coloring of this desk pairs well with the coffee table and open shelving units for a cohesive look.
Use a Small, Simple Desk Under a Skylight for Beautiful Natural Light in Your Workspace
Similarly to the last example, you can harness sunlight in your living room office space by situating your desk underneath a skylight. Though this layout doesn’t provide as much vertical space as a dormer window does, this is an excellent way to work wonders with the environment you have, especially in a studio apartment or loft.
Placing the desk here efficiently utilizes this section of the room and creates a place for your eyes to rest after being drawn in by the dark wood tones.
Install a Chic Floating Desk in a Smart, Modern Living Room Space
An empty corner can often be the best environment to set up a home office in the common living area. This floating desk and black chair fit perfectly within this style of interior, bringing its attention-stealing details to the space.
The result is a sophisticated, yet relaxed, living room that has a clear theme and a soothing air.
Styled by Emma Fisher, photographed by Fredrik J Karlsson for Alvhem
Utilize a Compact Task Desk and Open Shelving to Create a Small Home Office
If you only occasionally need your living room office, installing a simple wall-mounted surface just slightly wider than a shelf can be a great option. This set up takes minimal floor space, which is perfect for smaller living rooms.
For extra space to store items that need to be kept close at hand, matching floating shelves can be mounted above the desk surface.
Pair a Dark, Bold Desk and Chair With an Equally Dramatic Living Space
This living room office perfectly showcases that you don’t have to be an interior designer to have a stylish and dramatic space. These shared spaces strike a perfect balance and result in a look that’s easy to recreate with a DIY renovation.
The bold black shade of the doors and trim is perfectly replicated on the desk and chair, and the gold lamp adds a luxurious pop of color. A large clock face framed with subtle trim pieces creates an eye-catching focal point for the room.
Styled by Van Keppel, photographed by Ozollapa for Historiska Hem
Blend Floating Shelves With a Floating Desk in Light Wood Tones That Are Reflected Throughout the Room
You don’t always have to make a completely separate space in the living room for your home office to work. This living room office is just a few feet from the sofa and coffee table, but it doesn’t seem crowded due to the arrangement of the furniture.
In the same vein as some of the other living room ideas we’ve seen, this desk is paired with matching shelving for extra storage. The gallery wall features artwork framed in a similar color as the shelves, throw pillow, and chair for a balanced look.
Add a Bookshelf With a Built-In Workspace for Extra Flexibility in the Living Room
Just like our first home office idea, this example combines the desk surface with a bookcase. However, where the previous bookcase was fixed to the room, this one is completely freestanding. This option is ideal for anyone who likes to rearrange their interior, plans to move soon, or doesn’t own their home and has limitations on what can be modified.
This specific design is much more delicate and subdued in appearance, something else that might appeal to some individuals more.
Pair a Thin, Minimalist Desk With Slightly Abstract Decor
This office area is set up just around the corner from the main living area to provide a bit more separation and privacy. Elements of this home office are reflected in the rest of the room, however, keeping the transition smooth and not jarring.
Place a Small Task Desk in a Unique, Unused Nook to the Side of the Living Room
If you need help minimizing inevitable distractions in your new living room office or have a uniquely shaped room, creating an office nook in a more closed-off section of the room can be the answer.
This small office space matches the style of the rest of the room, but the positioning of it in relation to the living area makes a clear distinction between the spaces.
Continue the Monochromatic Style of the Living Room With a Subtle White Desk and Black Chair
White walls and light flooring are a blank slate for self-expression. By adding black and grey accents, you’ll have a modern, chic room in your house that’s sure to wow guests. So why not accentuate the style with a home office?
In this example, these elements pair perfectly with the rest of the space and don’t immediately jump out as an office, which is ideal for anyone wanting something more subtle.
Use a Longer Desk to Create a Multi-Seat Workspace for a Variety of Tasks
In the vein of popular closet office trends, this storage-friendly nook uses an extended surface for a larger workspace with multiple stations. Couples that find themselves both needing to use an office at the same time but without the ability to spare additional space can each have their own area to get things done. You can even remove the door or knock out the walls of a spare closet for even more room.
A Wall Mounted Desk and Shelving Unit With a Rolling Desk Chair in the Corner of the Room
A comfortable chair is a must when working in a home office for an extended time. This office idea uses a shelving unit similar to those we’ve seen before, but placed in a way that there is plenty of space for nice seating.
A rolling chair can also help you ease eye strain by allowing you to quickly and easily adjust your seating position in relation to the screen.
Design a Completely Unique Home Office Layout to Maximize Space in the Family Room
Finally, on our list of living room office ideas, we have a design that is similar to a secretary desk, but with added personality. This wall-to-wall shelving unit features a flip-down surface perfect for a laptop, sketch pad, or notebook.
The versatility of this design allows you to put away the work area if needed, creating more floor space in the event of a party or other gathering. As a bonus, the entire look of this area can be changed by simply rearranging the shelves and their contents, providing additional versatility.
The cozy living room and open-plan kitchen are connected in this cozy Scandinavian apartment (via Stadshem). The living room is painted in a dark and moody deep blue wall color, separating the walls from the ceiling, the light hardwood flooring, and the white sofa.
The white kitchen is planned out on one wall, leaving ample space for a dining table on the other side of the room. The walls on top of the kitchen are painted in a subtle sage-green color, adding a fresh green touch to the setting.
The bedroom’s walls are a mixture of shiplap and exposed brick, creating a beautiful textural effect. A niche in the bedroom is transformed into a cute and cozy home office with soft pink walls.
A dark blue living room with a white sofa and light textiles
The dark blue living room walls have a moody effect in the space, creating a stark contrast with the light ceiling, floor, and textiles for a striking effect. The white sofa and the off-white rug stand out in the setting and brighten up the palette.
A niche space in the wall is filled with a modular wall shelving system which is painted in the same color as the walls to make it blend in.
A white kitchen with sage-green walls
The dark living room goes over into a light color palette in the kitchen and the two spaces contrast wonderfully against each other.
The simple white kitchen cabinets are paired with a marble countertop, sage-green kitchen walls, and eye-catching black lamps that add an industrial flair to the setting.
The chrome hardware finishes the modern kitchen look off perfectly.
The stainless steel stove and hood make for a nice break in the white cabinets.
The other side of the kitchen has a shiplap treatment on the wall opposite the one-wall kitchen layout, which adds a traditional element to the room. A simple dining table and chairs paired with a linen lampshade make this setting complete.
A cozy bedroom pairing shiplap and exposed brick walls
The bedroom has a natural and warm color palette, pairing beautiful beige and green tones in the textiles. The shiplap treatment paired with the exposed brick wall makes for an interesting textural effect in the space.
A niche space between the wall and the wardrobe is great for a custom open shelf, making it possible to display some cute accessories in the bedroom.
A tiny home office spot in a niche space with soft pink walls
A cute kid’s room with grey walls and a plywood headboard
Shiplap has long been a favorite for anyone decorating their bedrooms or bathrooms. Shiplap is the perfect solution for creating easy texture and bringing a touch of personality to the room. As a bonus, installing shiplap is a fairly simple task for amateur DIY-ers to undertake.
If you’re looking to add a shiplap wall (or four!) to your bedroom, you’re in the right place. Below are the most inspiring ideas to help you transform your bedrooms into a relaxing and peaceful space you’ll love spending time in.
A Calming, Neutral-Toned Space With Shiplap Walls
This beige and brown color palette of this bedroom naturally creates a calming environment on its own. Paired with the shiplap walls, however, and this feeling is magnified.
The bright sunlight coming from the large window bathes the bed in a soft, inviting natural light. Additionally, the shiplap reaching from floor to ceiling paired with the singular artwork draws the eye to the head of the bed and makes for a great alternative to a traditional headboard.
A Compact Bedroom With Soft Linens Paired With Shiplap Walls
Simple, clean aesthetics are an easy way to brighten small rooms. This simplistic, borderline minimalist, bedroom features crisp sheets and subtle accents which is perfect for those that dislike or feel overwhelmed by clutter.
The single above-bed shelf, small nightstand, and window sill make it so that you must be mindful about the items you keep in the room. Similar to the previous example, the shiplap adds gentle texture and, when paired with the shelf, creates a slight illusion of the headboard. This is another ideal solution to limited space.
A Unique Bedroom With a Vaulted Ceiling and a Small Shiplap Wall
This master bedroom is an interesting, yet not overwhelming, blend of tones, shapes, and textures that make this an appealing place to sleep or simply exist. The recessed shiplap wall behind the head of the bed creates the appearance of a traditional headboard, but on an elevated level compared to what we’ve seen so far.
The depth of the area along with the contrast in color and surface further sets this area apart from the rest of the wall, while the matching material under the window draws the room back together. As a bonus, the wardrobe around the bed is a space-saving storage solution.
A Dramatic Blue-Toned Bedroom With a Shiplap Accent Wall
If you prefer a touch of color in your master bedroom, this might be the idea for you. This room uses shiplap as an accent wall, painting it the same color as the rest of the walls for a discrete, yet impactful appearance.
The result is an elevated version of the more common design we’ve seen previously and is an excellent way to showcase your personal style. The mixed fabrics and rattan furniture along with the subtle nightstands complete the look.
Echoing elements of our first and second examples, this bedroom features plenty of natural light and all-over shiplap walls with a framed artwork above the bed. Unlike the other ideas, however, this bedroom is both compact and includes subdued touches of color.
The terracotta and dark grey bedding items pull in the plant as well as the art, further allowing these tones to pop against the white shiplap and bedding. Overall, these elements work together to create a cozy and inviting, yet airy space designed for a soothing night’s sleep.
Styled by Martina Mattsson, photographed by Krister Engström for Kvarteret Makleri
A Blend of Shiplap Walls and a Solid Paint Color in a Children’s Bedroom
Mixing wall materials can turn an average bedroom into a charming and visually appealing area for all ages. This child’s bedroom has a quaint, slightly rustic feel that’s enhanced by the use of shiplap wall paneling combined with solid, smooth-surfaced paint.
The soft neutrals, linens, and patterns found throughout perfectly tie the space together and the unique closet door is an alluring feature all on its own. Natural materials were a fantastic choice for decorating this bedroom with appropriate furniture and fabrics.
Shiplap Wall Paneling Along the Bottom Half of One Wall
This master bedroom approaches shiplap walls differently than the other ideas we’ve seen so far. Instead of continuing the shiplap all the way up the wall to the ceiling, it’s been stopped midway, recreating the look of a headboard without needing to install one and potentially limit the available floor space.
The paint color used on the shiplap pairs beautifully with the other colors in the room, but is a unique shade not found elsewhere. This, combined with the natural contrast it provides, draws the eye and makes for an appealing bedroom.
All-Over Shiplap in a Bold Paint Color for a Cozy Bedroom
This stunning bedroom features a shiplap ceiling that accentuates the intriguing shape of the home. Using the same dark paint color on both the walls and the ceiling can often cause a bedroom to appear too dim.
However, when a large window is featured in the room, it can add just the right amount of sunlight to help create a cozy and welcoming bedroom as seen here.
Shiplap Walls Carried Through the Hallway and Along the Ceiling
One popular way to incorporate shiplap in your home is to carry it beyond the doors of the rooms and throughout other areas of the home. This example uses shiplap on both the walls and ceilings in the bedroom and out into the hallway for a cohesive, almost coastal, style.
The color of the shiplap contrasts beautifully with the black light fixtures placed where a headboard would normally be, creating a place that invites you to stay and enjoy the environment.
Contrasting Shiplap Walls in a Child’s Bedroom With Rustic Touches
This child’s room uses bold wall coloring to create a two-tone effect, an exciting take on all-over shiplap. For added storage, you can install open shelving, as seen here. This example uses the same color of paint on the shelf as the bright shiplap to create visual interest and draw the eye around the room.
Pair Shiplap with Exposed Brick for a Textural Effect
This beautiful bedroom with a natural color palette has an exposed brick wall, which can be beautiful, yet it’s up to you how much of the brick you want to be visible. Shiplap is a great way to cover up part of the wall. The combination of both wall treatments will make for a beautiful textural effect as well.
This small apartment for sale in Sweden (Styled by Anna van Keppel, photographed by Frederic Boukari for Historiska Hem) has one room that includes a small kitchen, dining area, sofa area, and sleeping space. The walls and ceiling of the living space are treated with beige limewash paint, which gives them a warm and cozy glow.
The small kitchen has dark oak cabinets that contrast with the wall color. The dark wood tones of the vintage dining table and chairs pair wonderfully with the small kitchen design.
The sofa and sleeping area are decorated with subtle accents and a mixture of warm textiles for a natural effect. The bathroom has limewash walls, which are accentuated by the copper bathroom fixtures.
A small kitchen design with dark oak cabinets
The tiny kitchen layout fits perfectly on the small wall next to the window. The fridge is in a niche space next to the kitchen.
The dark oak cabinets are paired with warm wood wall shelving that can hold cups, plates, and glasses. The fine stone countertop in white stands out against the dark wood elements of the design.
The off-white Smeg fridge pairs nicely with the color of the limewash paint on the walls. The water pipes in copper match the rustic dark wood look of the kitchen and don’t disturb the kitchen design.
A small table with a vinyl player next to the window matches the aesthetic of the space.
A living, sleeping, and dining area in one
The beige sofa blends in with the walls, while the dark vintage dining table and chairs stand out in the middle of the space.
A distressed vintage element next to the sofa is perfect for holding subtle decor pieces.
The bed is placed opposite the sofa, with a cute balcony separating the two functional areas.
The wall shelving next to the bed is painted with the same limewash paint as the walls, making them blend in nicely.
The pink and beige linen fabrics on the bed add a warm glow to the sleeping area.
A small hallway with smart storage
A bathroom with limewash walls and copper fixtures
With an abundance of kitchen cabinet hardware ideas floating around the internet, it can be a challenge to find the right hardware styles and materials for your home. However, if you’re looking for something that brings a more natural touch, wooden cabinetry hardware may be the answer.
Wooden drawer and cabinet pulls can be the perfect finishing touch to both traditional and modern kitchens. From neutral-toned spaces to colorful cabinetry, wooden knobs, and pulls are the obvious choice for anyone looking for an alternative to the more common metal finish.
Below, you’ll find the most amazing wood kitchen cabinet hardware ideas to help you get inspired.
Polished Wooden Kitchen Cabinet Hardware That Mimics Brass Hardware
Brass knobs are a trendy choice for kitchen hardware. If you’re looking for something a bit more unique but with a similar overall effect, polished wooden knobs can be an excellent replacement for brass.
This neutral kitchen uses the same knobs on both the drawers and the wall cabinets for a consistent look, placing the cabinetry hardware as a subtle accent instead of the main focus. The result is a complete, cohesive kitchen space that blends classic and modern designs.
Wood Cabinets With Matching Drawer Pulls for a Seamless Look
Dark brown wood cabinets are the perfect backdrop for hardware made of the same material. As seen below, the resulting appearance is one of clean lines and bold, dark materials. The black hardware found elsewhere in the space complements the dark brown tones, ensuring that there isn’t an overpowering focal point and that the kitchen feels balanced.
Just as stainless steel appliances would likely feel out of place in this environment, other kitchen cabinet hardware ideas – such as bright metals and polished finishes – would likely seem inappropriate here.
Subtle Wooden Kitchen Cabinet Hardware for Faux Brass Accents
If you like the look of brass knobs on your cabinetry but are searching for a style that bridges the gap between brass hardware finishes and rustic design elements, knobs similar to those pictured below may be exactly what you need.
The two-tone cabinetry in this small space is a great setting for this style of hardware. The brass-toned knobs add contrast and help to make the space feel pulled together with the mix of open shelving and traditional cabinets.
Unique Natural Wood Cup Pulls That Echo the Countertop for a Cohesive Look
A kitchen designed with functionality and style top of mind, this example showcases one-of-a-kind hardware ideas. Similar in shape to leather pulls, these wooden cup pulls are made of the same material as the countertops and open shelving units, creating a coordinated kitchen cabinetry design.
The rounded edges and unique shaping of the cup pulls bring an element of visual interest into this kitchen. When combined with the matching surfaces, this smaller kitchen is transformed into an inviting, slightly traditional space.
An All White Kitchen With Natural Wood Touches and Matching Hardware
This more classic style kitchen pairs off-white cabinetry with wooden counters, shelving, and hardware. Traditional exposed hinges, simply designed doors, and textured wood come together to create a timeless style completed by wooden knobs on both the cabinets and drawers.
Due to the lack of natural light in the space, choosing to have the kitchen cabinetry painted white pulls in the available light and keeps the area feeling brighter. The resulting peaceful and relaxing air is welcoming to guests while also remaining appealing and pleasing to residents.
A Pink-Toned Kitchen With Dark Wood Cabinetry Hardware
This dark kitchen cabinetry hardware brings slight contrast to the pink-toned cabinet doors. This provides additional depth to the space by adding another warm tone to keep the room from feeling flat.
These classically designed kitchen cabinets painted in a unique shade set the stage for the rest of the kitchen’s elements to shine, including the backsplash and black finish of the oven. Furthermore, the subtly detailed shape of the knobs brings a pop of visual interest when viewed close up.
This dark brown, nearly black, cabinetry uses blended knob pulls to create a seamless look that’s both modern and traditional. The geometric, symmetrical nature of the cabinets only enhances this appearance, appealing to the senses.
By choosing these dark tones in an open-plan kitchen with lots of natural light, the brightness of the room is toned down and avoids becoming overwhelming to be in. Overall, this kitchen is both chic and rustic and is the perfect answer to this uniquely shaped room.
Light Wood Cabinet Pulls in a Bright White Kitchen
This small, airy space showcases many of the design features often seen in interior magazines. Wood knobs are on all of the cabinetry while brass is used elsewhere such as on the faucet and hanging brackets.
This combination pairs very well with the retro appliances in the color black, all of which sit beautifully against the white subway tiles with white grout. The slightly monochrome appearance lets the bold appliances and artwork stand out, further enhancing their effect.
Raw Wood Kitchen Cabinets and Knobs for a Rustic Feel
Anyone looking to break away from the trend of a smooth, colorful kitchen will love this natural wood design. The raw, unfinished wood cabinets and flooring offer a rustic vibe with contemporary touches that make this kitchen a one-of-a-kind, showstopping feature of the home.
As we’ve seen with other examples, the pulls are made of the same material as the cabinets themselves which helps the design stand out without being distracting. Overall, this is a very unique and innovative kitchen design full of natural appeal.
Integrated Cabinet Hardware in a Space That Blends Traditional Styles and Modern Kitchen Features
For the last of our kitchen cabinet hardware ideas, we have a new kitchen full of designer elements, yet with a distinctly traditional styling. Instead of a knob or standard handle pull, this kitchen uses built-in, rail-style hardware for a distinctive, integrated look.
The all-wood cabinetry and furniture create a chic, magazine-worthy kitchen that is sure to wow guests on every occasion. Dark marble counters provide a bold, though not overpowering, focal point to break up the neutral tones and for the eyes to rest upon.
This beautiful and tranquil apartment for sale in Sweden (Styled by Grey Deco, photographed by Henrik Linden for Alvhem) has a calm yet stylish interior design with a striking balance between the different rooms.
The spacious light grey kitchen is planned out in a corner layout, allowing for ample dining room space in the middle of the room. The adjacent living room wall color complements the light grey kitchen cabinet color, tying the look of both rooms together.
Through the wallpapered hallway, you can reach the main bedroom, which has a dramatic look with its dark green walls and light interior details.
A spacious light grey kitchen in a corner layout
The corner kitchen layout against the wall perfectly combines lower and upper cabinets, two large cupboards, and open shelving. The white subway tile backsplash gives the kitchen a clean and finished look.
On the other side of the kitchen space, you can find a dining table paired with light oak dining chairs for a modest and elegant effect.
A living room with light grey walls and a white sofa
The white fabric sofa stands out against the light grey living room walls. The subtle beige and natural details throughout the interior add a warm glow that pairs perfectly with the hardwood flooring.
A beige wall hanging adds a beautiful texture to the soft grey of the walls and pairs with the beige and white chequered area rug underneath the sofa.
A vintage-painted cabinet in off-white adds a classic style to the interior and fits perfectly next to the doorway leading up to the kitchen.
A moody dark green bedroom with a combination of light textiles
If you’re looking for a simple, easy way to add a touch of warmth and luxury to your kitchen, this popular new trend can help. Gold cabinet hardware is a subtle detail that can switch up the look of the entire room. With multiple finishes and styles, there are endless combinations to choose from.
In the list below, you can find the most elegant gold cabinet hardware ideas to inspire your next kitchen refresh.
Brass-Toned Gold Hardware on Dark Blue Cabinets
In this example, gold pulls with a brass tone, a matching sink, and pendant lights are set against dark blue cabinetry and a blend of materials for a look that is both classic and modern. This kitchen does an incredible job of combining several popular color combinations into a cohesive design.
Elegant, Muted Gold Hardware in a White Kitchen Space
This subtle, understated shade of gold is the perfect addition to this timeless kitchen. The pairing of the gold cabinet pulls and sink with the white cabinetry and subway tiles results in a simplistic, yet elegant, kitchen appearance.
Additionally, the light wood accents and floral wallpaper create a bit of visual interest.
Subtle Gold Cabinet Pulls Paired With Olive Green, Brown, and White Tones
A thin, muted gold pull handle can be a fantastic way to showcase the color and design of a cabinet. In this example, the pulls add just the right amount of style and detailing to accentuate the overall color scheme of the kitchen without being overpowering.
Polished Yellow Gold Knobs and Faucet in an Off-White Kitchen
The commanding gold finish of this kitchen’s hardware transforms this all-white style into a design that can stand the test of time.
These items serve as gentle accents to this calming space, helping the room avoid feeling flat. The slightly brass undertone here also pairs very well with the dark wood decor pieces.
Anyone looking for a way to achieve both an updated kitchen and a traditional design will appreciate this farmhouse-style example. This kitchen features several modern improvements, yet maintains its charm by utilizing aged hardware.
The cup pulls, faucet, knobs, and cookware all share a similar hue, allowing for a consistent theme.
For a more unique style, try pairing gold cabinet pulls with a dark backdrop and stainless steel appliances. This contrast draws the eye to the cabinets and further accentuates the overall monochrome appearance of the rest of the kitchen.
In this example kitchen, we once again see the blending of silver appliances with gold hardware. Here, the more neutral color scheme highlights the brass-toned gold elements without making them stand out to the point of being distracting.
The result is a classic, universally appealing style that is sure to withstand the test of time.
A Mix of Hardware Styles for a Blend of Modern and Classic Design
One way to ensure your cabinets are unique to your kitchen is to change the shape, location, and length of each pull handle depending on the size and shape of the cabinets themselves.
This kitchen uses brass pulls of varying designs on the cabinets, resulting in a one-of-a-kind finish that guests are sure to love.
Gold Cabinet Pulls Paired With a Sleek, Earth-Toned Design
These gold handles on the brown cabinets paired with the matching sink and faucet work to highlight the natural, earthy feel of this kitchen. This shade and finish of gold blend beautifully with the color scheme whereas other materials, such as stainless steel, would be much more pronounced and distracting.
Other brass and copper tones can be found throughout, pulling the space together well.
Brass-Toned Gold in an Elegant, Bright White Kitchen
These pure white cabinets are perfectly accented by the brass-toned gold pulls and matching sink and faucet. Between the gold hardware and the marble countertop and backsplash, this kitchen already has an air of elegance and luxury.
This feeling is only strengthened by the handles in the same finish as the French doors.
These sage green cabinets strike a balance between classic and modern elements, and the hardware is just one feature that supports this. The brown undertones of brass-like materials pair wonderfully with green shades in this family.
Polished Gold for a Touch of Flare in a Tiny Kitchen
Tiny kitchens can be a challenge to decorate. One of the simplest ways to add a pop of visual interest is by adding a few touches of a bold color or material. The polished gold pulls on these cabinets are a perfect example of how you can bring personality into the space without much effort.
