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.

Styled by Siri Gärde, photographed by Mia Borgerlin for Historiska Hem

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.

via Entrance Makleri

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.

Styled by Åsa Copparstad, photographed by Frederic Boucari, for Historiska Hem

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.

Styled by Thomas Lingsell, photographed by Larsson for Historiska Hem

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.

via Stadshem

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.

via Stadshem

Dark Wood Cabinets With Blended Cabinet Hardware

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.

via Alvhem

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.

via Entrance Makleri

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.

via Historiska Hem

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.

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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.

via Historiska Hem

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.

Styled by Grey Deco, photographed by Fredrik J Karlsson, sold via Alvhem

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.

via Alvhem

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.

Styled by @vasakvadrat, sold via Sjöman Frisk

Aged Gold Hardware Paired With an Updated Style

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.

via DeVol Kitchens

Gold Handles on Dark Grey Drawers

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.

Styled by Grey Deco, photographed by Fredrik J Karlsson for Alvhem

Understated Gold Hardware for a Classic Touch

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.

via Alvhem

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.

Styled by Studio Rydman, photographed by Frederic Boukari for Historiska Hem

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.

photographed by Henrik Linden, for sale via Alvhem

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.

via Alicia Edelman

Gold Pulls Set Against Sage Green Cabinets

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.

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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.

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Brick is a durable, versatile material that adds a rustic component to any space. If you’re considering a kitchen remodel, installing a brick backsplash is a great way to give your cooking space a warm, cozy aesthetic. Not only is brick very versatile, but it also adds tons of rustic charm.

If you need some design inspiration, have a look at the list below, with amazing brick backsplash ideas that will add a rustic touch to your kitchen.

Use Brick to Create a Bold Feature Wall

In this kitchen, the brick covers the entire surface of the back wall. Instead of just using some brick to create a small backsplash, this design incorporates it all over the wall’s surface. The warm tones of the brick pair beautifully with the deep green color of the cabinets and the black quartz countertops.

Note how a few wooden floating shelves are added to the brick wall, adding visual interest and breaking up the wall while also giving this kitchen a ton of rustic charm. If you have empty wall space behind your stove and sink, this all-over brick design could be a better option.

Note that the red brick backsplash behind the stove is protected by a stainless steel cover to avoid stains while cooking.

via Lundin

White-washed Brick Brings Farmhouse Appeal

Instead of installing standard red brick, this homeowner chose to paint the brick white. This design works well in a white kitchen, small kitchens, or in kitchens where you might prefer a clean, modern aesthetic. It also goes nicely with the white cabinet color, wood countertops, and stainless steel appliances.

Since this kitchen doesn’t have any upper cabinets, painting the brick white was a smart choice. Notice how the lower half features a white subway tile kitchen backsplash. The combination of textures and matching colors creates a subtle, sleek two-toned look.

Styled by Linnéa H. Manaberi, photographed by Anders Bergstedt for Alvhem

Mix and Match Brick with Other Materials

Similar to the previous kitchen, this design incorporates brick and tile together, but it does so on two different walls. One side of the kitchen features a red brick backsplash behind the oven, while the other has a white subway tile backsplash behind the sink.

The mixture of these two materials helps to separate the space and gives it added depth and dimension. It also melds two kitchen styles together, since the brick creates more of a rustic look, while the tile adds more of a modern feel. The white cabinets help to make the space feel airy and open.

via Kvarteret Makleri

Use Dark Accents with Painted White Brick

This kitchen also features whitewashed brick for the backsplash, but it adds darker features for an elevated design. Black quartz countertops, a black oven, and a black hood range pop against the solid brick backsplash and wall. Installing white cabinets with black countertops carries the juxtaposition of the two stark colors through the entire design.

Potted plants in terra cotta vessels and wood cutting boards are strategically placed to give it an earthy, cozy vibe. This designer also chose to add wood floating shelves but they’re painted white to match the color of the brick behind them.

Styled by Grey Deco, photographed by Frederik Karlsson for Alvhem

Keep an Original Solid Brick Backsplash for a Country Kitchen Feel

You can tell that all the brick in this room is original, which adds to its rustic, country-inspired look and feel. The brick remains in its natural state without any stain or paint added. Wood floating shelves and towel racks are also left in their raw, original form.

Blending natural wood and brick gives this room a warm, farmhouse-inspired aura. Black cabinets on the bottom pair beautifully with the butcher block countertops. Everything works harmoniously together here to give this kitchen a cozy, rustic look.

via DeVol Kitchens

Blend Classic and Modern Materials

Stainless steel appliances, white cabinets, and gray countertops work well with the unique red brick backsplash in this kitchen. The home has an open floor plan that carries into the living room, where modern pieces of wall art create a chic, contemporary gallery wall.

Note how this red brick backsplash design is only in the kitchen, and the rest of the home has more traditional walls. The use of modern lighting highlights the contemporary elements in the space. If you don’t want to add whole pieces of brick to recreate this design, you can always install brick veneer.

via Entrance Makleri

Expose Only a Section of Brick for a Unique Look

Not all brick backsplashes have to cover the entire wall. In this home, white subway tiles make up most of the wall and backsplash, but a small section of original brick has been exposed. A small shelf was added to the brick area so wine bottles, spices, and flower vases could easily be placed on the shelf for a decorative touch.

Dark gray cabinets and marbled granite countertops give this kitchen a splash of modern appeal. The stainless steel hood fan also brings it a contemporary element. This design proves that you can have your dream kitchen without sacrificing on personal style.

via Historiska Hem

Distressed Brick Creates an Eye-Catching Feature

Bricks cover the entire wall of this kitchen from the floor to the ceiling. The distressed look helps to make them appear worn and weathered, adding a rustic element to the space. A dark blue island and white flat panel cabinets give the room a bold, two-toned look.

Light wood floors work well with the color of the brick in this space. While the kitchen features a combination of old and new, everything just makes sense. The absence of upper cabinets also helps to highlight the brick while making the kitchen look and feel larger.

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Original Brick Adds Rustic Appeal

You can tell this home is old based on the ceiling and the brick. The homeowner chose to leave the brick backsplash alone, but they added modern elements to make the space their own.

Light gray cabinets and a gray wood wall shelf look great against the black countertops. The designer installed brush brass hardware for a metallic pop. A white enamel farmhouse sink really ties the theme together cohesively.

via DeVol Kitchens

Incorporate Playful Components

Here, the all-white brick backsplash and wall look nice alongside the subtle gray color of the cabinets and counters. However, the designer chose to use accents to bring different colors into the space. Pops of red, green, and pink give this kitchen a playful personality.

Placing various items on a countertop can instantly give any kitchen a unique touch. It’s also a lot easier to switch things out this way rather than doing a complete remodel. The glass globe light fixture also gives this kitchen a fun element.

Styling by Åsa Copparstad , photographed by Emily Laye for Historiska Hem

The Brick Peeks Out for a Subtle Touch of Farmhouse Charm

This kitchen has a modern design, but the subtle pops of brick bring it a warm, cozy touch. Note how the kitchen has floor-to-ceiling cabinets but the red brick backsplash and small section of brick wall adds rustic texture. The color of the brick plays nicely with the dark brown wood countertops.

Long black metal cabinet handles also give this kitchen a modern touch. Stainless steel appliances bring it an updated element, while the light brown wood floors tie the rustic vibe together with modern functionality.

via Alvhem

Stained Brick Creates Cohesiveness

This brick backsplash appears to be stained a dark honey color. The tone of the brick goes beautifully with the brass pendant light and cabinet hardware for a cohesive look.

Gray cabinets bring this kitchen a subtle modern touch. The white marble or granite countertops also elevate the space, while skylights bring this kitchen a plethora of natural light.

via DeVol Kitchens

Play with Shapes on Top of your Red Brick Backsplash

The bricks and tiles work together in this kitchen to create a visual grid. Black grout also highlights the individual subway tiles.

Note that a metal wire pot rack on the wall also echoes the kitchen’s grid-like design. The L-shaped layout allowed the designer to mix a classic red brick backsplash with an updated tile one on the opposite wall.

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Go Bold with Dramatic Color

This design took the idea of a traditional brick backsplash and made it fresh and modern. The brick is painted in a rich navy blue color, while the white wood ceiling helps make everything pop.

Gray wood herringbone floors give this kitchen a sense of sophistication. A simple glass globe pendant light above a black metal table and chairs add to the modern look.

Try Stone Instead of Brick

The use of large stone in this kitchen takes the concept of a brick backsplash to a new level. Individual shapes of the stone add to its rustic vibe.

Dark brown cabinets and tan solid surface countertops create a sense of warmth. The addition of farmhouse pendant lights and wood shelving with black brackets bring the space a plethora of rustic charm.

via DeVol Kitchens

Use Brick to Highlight Other Features

This stunning kitchen features a large skylight and a gorgeous glass-framed door that leads to the outdoor area. Well-made dark gray cabinets bring this kitchen tons of functionality and storage.

Since the back wall is made entirely of light brick, it allows the cabinetry, finishes, and lighting to be the star of the show. Using brick in this manner is a great way to highlight the features of your kitchen you like the most.

via DeVol Kitchens

Make Brick the Star and pair it with Stainless Steel Appliances

This interior design highlights the value of brick walls by making them the star of the show. Note how the brick goes all the way across the wall and on support columns.

Aside from the brick, every other element in this kitchen has a modern look and feel to it. From the white glass globe pendants to the black wall shelving and light gray cabinets, it has a warm, rustic charm while also allowing the modern design to shine through.

Styled by Emma Fisher, photographed by Frederik Karlsson for Alvhem

Pair a red Brick Backsplash with white tiles in an L-shaped Layout

This L-shaped kitchen layout features a full brick wall on the longest side, paired with a white tile backsplash by the sink. These different kinds of backsplash materials make for an interesting effect in the space.

Styled by Linnéa H. Manaberi, photographed by Henrik Linden for Alvhem

Crown molding adds texture and personality to any room, including the kitchen. This functional, decorative molding is typically designed to cover the gap between the walls and ceiling. It also lends a luxe aesthetic and makes any kitchen feel more sophisticated and upscale.

You can apply ceiling molding in between your kitchen cabinets and the ceiling, or you can add cabinet crown molding to finish off the top of the upper cabinets.

If you’re thinking about making changes to your cooking space, check out this list of kitchen cabinet crown molding ideas for inspiration. With the right type of crown molding, you’re sure to find a perfect match for your chosen interior design style.

Install Dentil Molding for Bold Texture

The dentil crown molding in this kitchen features blocks of wood that give it a dramatic texture. This unique type of molding was first used during the Greek and Roman empires when blocks were carved directly into exterior stone facades to create drama.

The dentil molding lends a beautiful and elegant touch to this modern grey shaker kitchen. The top of the upper cabinets is connected to the ceiling with the entricate molding. Its white color makes it stand out against the grey cabinets.

Styled by Mia Laaksonen, photographed by Henrik Linden for Alvhem

Traditional Crown Molding Brings Versatility

The classic crown molding in this kitchen is at the top of the ceiling to bring the eye upwards, making the room look and feel larger. Paired with a large window for natural light, it adds a beautiful touch to the very top of the walls.

Note how the molding here is installed far above the cabinets, highlighting the empty wall space between the cabinet and the ceiling for a visual effect that makes the space seem bigger. The molding is also installed as trim above the range hood which helps to carry the design throughout the entire kitchen.

The top edge of the kitchen is accentuated with cabinet crown molding, marking the end of the kitchen and the start of the rest of the tall wall space.

via DeVol Kitchens

Get Bold with Intricate Designs

The white crown molding in this photo is highly decorative with intricate carvings to add a dramatic component. Note how the molding has a traditional motif, yet it’s installed in a contemporary kitchen to give it a unique contrast against the modern cabinets.

Its intricate detailing brings a sense of elegance to the space without detracting from the rest of the features in the room. Note how the molding follows the curve along one edge of the cabinet to create seamless symmetry.

via Nordiska Kök

Choose Crown Molding that Matches the Cabinet Color

The cabinet molding in this kitchen is understated and painted to match the color of the cabinets which extend to the ceiling. This design creates a cohesive look that plays well with the rest of the space including the floor and the wood shiplap trim on the wall boasting slim, vertical straight lines.

Painting your kitchen’s crown molding to match the cabinets is a smart way to create a colorful space instead of a more traditional white kitchen.

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Crown Molding with Corbels Adds Dramatic Flair

This unique crown molding features decorative corbels and carvings in between each corbel. Originally, corbels were used to serve as brackets to support weight, but here, they’re used as decor.

The choice to keep the molding white allows it to keep the eyes focused on the green cabinetry and modern light fixture. While this molding is certainly bold and eye-catching, it also works well with a wide variety of styles to give the space an overall look of refinement and elegance.

via Nordiska Kök

Use Crown Molding to Highlight White Walls

This kitchen utilizes wainscotting along the wall to add texture. The added crown molding along the edge serves as a chair rail and brings it definition. Using this method not only accents otherwise bland white walls but also makes the kitchen look and feel cozy and inviting.

This kitchen is a good example of a way to use crown molding lower rather than high up against the edge of the ceiling.

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Cove Molding Adds a Classic Component

Although this kitchen has a modern aesthetic, the cove crown molding brings it a touch of classic, timeless appeal. Cove crown molding has a concave, curved shape that works well when installed around corners.

Note how the molding closely matches the white cabinets but its brighter white matches the ceiling, creating a seamless look.

via Nordiska Kök

Step Crown Molding Creates Clean Lines

Step crown molding is a classic option that gives any kitchen a clean, modern look. This traditional molding works well when installed directly above floor-to-ceiling cabinets and brings some added depth and definition to the upper portion of the room.

The simple yet effective design of this molding “breaks up” the section where the top of the cabinets and ceiling meet to give the kitchen more dimension without being too overbearing.

Styled by Clindholm Design, photographed by Jocke Ono for Historiska Hem

Use Simple Molding for Smaller Kitchens

While extremely detailed crown molding gives most kitchens a touch of drama, smaller kitchens may feel too closed-in with this design. The sage green kitchen in this photo uses simple, understated molding that adds a small straight section of trim along the top edge of the cabinets.

The molding is painted in the same color to create a clean, cohesive look that won’t make the kitchen feel cramped. However, note there is a larger piece of curvy cove crown molding on the opposite wall that helps to highlight that side of the room.

via Kulladal

Decorative, Colorful Crown Molding Adds Unique Detail

In this kitchen, the crown molding is accented with a raised vine-like relief that resembles a string of garland. This fun detail gives the kitchen a subtle pop of playful texture, while the entire wall and window trim are painted in the same color to contrast nicely against the different-colored cabinets.

The combination of different colors, shapes, and styles brings this kitchen a fun, eclectic effect, while open shelving adds another space to display plates, collectibles, and more.

via DeVOL kitchens

Use Different Crown Molding for Walls and Cabinets

The design of this kitchen uses two different types of crown molding to separate different sections subtly. In this spacious brown kitchen, a thin, flat section of smooth white crown molding installed along the walls and ceiling adds a subtle contrast against the light sand-colored walls.

A separate section of cabinet molding is installed along the edges of the upper cabinets in a matching color to create a sense of functionality that serves each respective element differently.

Styled by Lindholm, photographed by Boukari for Historiska Hem

Botanical-Inspired Crown Molding Adds Historic Elements to a Shaker Kitchen

Although this kitchen has clean, modern lines and a contemporary feel, the decorative crown molding gives it a soft and subtle touch of classic flair. The unique relief along the molding boasts botanical details that add a bit of fresh, organic style.

Because this kitchen has high ceilings, the intricate crown molding is more of an added feature rather than a detraction from the sleek and modern decor of the rest of the space.

via Alvhem

Add Cabinet Crown Molding to the Top of your Cabinets

The designer of this kitchen chose to install crown molding directly on top of the kitchen cabinets rather than along the entire length of the ceiling. Its subtle step shape slightly juts out from the edges of the upper cabinets to add a simple yet fantastic elemental component to the room.

If you look closely at the picture, you can also see simpler white crown molding along the edges of the wall that completes the look and covers the gap between the two components.

via Cupboards and goods.

Selecting a fitting kitchen floor tile is a great way to transform the look of your kitchen. Selecting the right kitchen tile can give your kitchen a unique and personal style, which can be paired with other materials on the countertop and backsplash to complete the look.

When it comes to picking the right kitchen floor, for many homeowners, tile flooring is the most durable option that can stand the test of time.

Below, you can find the most inspiring kitchen floor tile ideas ranging from timeless classics to contemporary interior design. The kitchen floor tile ideas include diverse materials, patterns, and color palettes that can redefine the character of your kitchen.

Natural stone tiles in grey paired with granite countertops

The flooring in the modern kitchen example below features natural grey stone tiles with more natural materials in the kitchen design itself.

The granite countertops and the dark wood kitchen cabinets are in perfect balance with the tiles. The different materials add texture to the design style and they transform this open-plan space.

via Nordiska Kök

A contemporary kitchen with porcelain tiles

This modern kitchen features floor tile in an off-white color that fits well with the white wall color and the beige wall tiles. The asymmetrical kitchen space is finished off with a lavender trim below the ceiling which adds a unique design element to the space.

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Herringbone tiles in a classic blue kitchen design

The classic blue kitchen cabinets in this historic kitchen are finished off with glossy blue porcelain tile flooring for an impressive effect. The tile choice enhances the design of the space and the herringbone patterned tiles add the most wonderful texture.

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Kitchen floor tile ideas with mosaic patterned tiles

The classic patterns in the black and white tile flooring in the kitchen examples below pay homage to the heritage kitchen styles with their elegant appearance.

Styled by Helen Sturesson, photographed by Lisa Wikstrand for Kulladal

The beautiful farmhouse kitchen below features the same pattern of kitchen floor tiles for a classic effect. The red tones in the kitchen island are a true focal point in the space, which seems to pop out against the ceramic tile pattern.

via Cupboard and Goods

Cement tiles inside a two-tone kitchen with a bold color palette

When you want to go for a modern look in your kitchen, cement tiles can be a great addition. Their neutral tone and color will make your kitchen cabinet color stand out powerfully, just like in the two-tone kitchen with a contrasting kitchen island below.

via Cupboard and Goods

Natural stone tile flooring in a light grey shaker kitchen

The stone-effect porcelain tiles add a wonderful textural element to this light grey shaker kitchen. The veining on the kitchen floor tile is quite prominent, yet the real focal point is the classic tile on the kitchen backsplash.

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Limestone kitchen floor tile ideas

Limestone tiles can add a natural effect to any kitchen setting, as this natural stone has a soft and organic expression. This natural aesthetic pairs well with both classic and modern kitchen designs.

In the below example, you can find a beautiful natural stone floor with different-sized tiles that add an organic look to a modern space with wood and stainless steel surfaces.

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In the light grey shaker kitchen below, the rustic grey limestone tiles enhance the classic look of the room. The grey tiles complement the light grey kitchen cabinets and result in a tone-on-tone look.

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Large grey tiles decorate the kitchen floor in this space with white, wood, and stainless steel surfaces. The matt surface of the flooring adds a soft aesthetic to the room.

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This blue shaker kitchen with beige limestone countertops and an elaborately textured backsplash is balanced out with elegant limestone kitchen floor tiles.

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A classic farmhouse kitchen with a contemporary twist

This light grey kitchen with glass upper cabinets is finished with white and light blue square tiles that are laid out in a checkerboard pattern.

The sides of the room are finished with white tiles only so that the checkerboard appears like an area rug in the space.

via Kvänum

Glossy green porcelain tiles in a contemporary kitchen with classic elements

This is one of the boldest kitchen floor tile ideas on the list, as the dark green porcelain tiles are a true focal point in combination with the black Vipp kitchen. Dark tile color will typically work well in larger kitchen spaces with high ceilings. This is because the dark kitchen floor tiles will make the room appear smaller.

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Black and white checkerboard kitchen floor tile ideas

Black and white checkerboard floor tiles are a classic choice. This option is often used as it’s a great feature to add dimension to a space as the contrast draws the eye to the kitchen flooring.

You can place your chequered tiles diagonally in the kitchen space like in the example below. In this case, the kitchen flooring will look more fun and playful.

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Alternatively, you can have your kitchen floor tile positioned parallel to the direction of the floor plan. This will result in cleaner lines and a more classic look.

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In the example below, you can see the black and white marble tiles adding texture to a classic kitchen design with dark green shaker cabinets and the walls and ceiling painted in the same color. The stone tiles have their specific texture, which adds another design element to the kitchen area.

via DeVol Kitchens

The large black and white marble floor tile in this beautiful kitchen adds a graphic effect to the wood kitchen cabinets and the intrinsic veining in the marble countertop and backsplash.

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The vinyl flooring in the white kitchen with black countertops in the below example has a square tile pattern that looks like tile. Vinyl is one of the more budget-friendly flooring trends that can be made to look like a tile kitchen floor.

It’s a great option for those of you who want to give the tile aesthetic a try before replacing your kitchen floors.

Styled by Grey Deco, photographed by Frederik Karlsson for Alvhem

Grey marble kitchen flooring

The elaborate veining and texture in these gorgeous grey marble floor tiles transform the interior design of this modern kitchen. The same marble is also used on the backsplash and the countertops for a cohesive effect in the space.

Since the marble is such a focal point, the rest of the kitchen design is more modest. The off-white kitchen cabinets and the light grey walls complement the floor tiles perfectly.

via Kvänum

Wood-look kitchen floor tiles

With wood-look tile flooring, you can combine the best of both worlds. Wood-look tiles pair the enduring appeal of floor tiles with the warming textural effect of a hardwood floor. While wood floors are often used in a kitchen remodel, you must be somewhat careful with spills.

via DeVol Kitchens

In this spacious farmhouse kitchen, the wood-look tiles and the beige limewash walls bring warmth to the neutral kitchen design. As opposed to the other kitchen floor tile ideas on the list, wood-look tile has a more subtle and quiet effect in your kitchen space.

Image by Our Food Stories, kitchen by DeVol kitchens

Terracotta tiles for a traditional kitchen look

Terracotta tiles will add earthy and warm tones to your kitchen design. In the green kitchen example below, the matt and natural texture of the floor tiles are paired with dark green kitchen cabinets and glossy green tiles on the backsplash.

To match the color and tone of the terracotta tiles, terracotta plant pots decorate the open shelving on the kitchen wall.

via DeVol Kitchens

Encaustic tile in a laundry kitchen

Encaustic tiles are ceramic tiles produced with different clay colors to achieve the pattern. This prevents the design on the tile from fading, providing more durability and allowing the tile to last for decades.

The encaustic tiles in the small kitchen below add texture to the space that is decorated in a warm color palette. The other elements like the blue cabinets, red curtains, and gold hardware all complement the beautiful pattern on the floor tiles perfectly.

The right tile design can truly transform the look of a space. In this example, the flooring is the cherry on top of an already unique kitchen design.

via DeVol Kitchens

Hexagon tiles add texture and separate functional areas

While most kitchen floor tile ideas on this list feature one kind of tile, you can also opt to pair different tile choices together. This will result in a playful kitchen design. When combining different tiles, the design possibilities are endless.

In this beautiful kitchen with white cabinets and a green tile backsplash, the cement tiles turn into hexagonal tiles around the kitchen island. The hexagonal tile accentuates the island and visually separates the cooking space from the rest of the living kitchen.

via Ballingslōv

Hardwood flooring with a tile pattern painted on top

While these are not typically kitchen floor tile ideas as much as a kitchen floor hack, I thought it’s worth including painted wood flooring to the list. By painting a tile pattern on your old wood floors, you can create the impression of floor tiles, without having to invest. A win-win if you ask me.

via Entrance Makleri

In the eclectic kitchen design below, the hardwood floors are painted white, with the addition of a few diamonds in different colors. By painting the floors in both the kitchen and the dining room, an impressive effect is achieved in the space.

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When you want to add a modern touch to your kitchen design, you probably came across the option of installing a waterfall kitchen island to transform and modernize your kitchen space. Where a traditional kitchen island pairs a countertop and base cabinets and separate sides, a waterfall design allows the countertop material to flow over the sides onto the flooring, creating a cohesive and contemporary expression.

A waterfall countertop makes your kitchen island a focal point in the room, which can redefine the design style of your kitchen. Moreover, the vertically extended countertop material can serve as a protective shield, preventing scuffs on cabinet edges in high-traffic areas around the island.

In the list below, you will find the most inspiring waterfall kitchen island ideas made out of different materials, ranging from natural stone to quartz countertops. Whether you go for a natural or engineered stone, you can pick out a tin countertop for a modest effect in the space, or go for a ticker slab to make your kitchen island look bold and impressive.

An impressive marble slab transforms the design of a minimal kitchen space

When you have such an impressive and expensive stone slab to work with, it’s almost a pity not to have it continue on the sides and integrate more material into a waterfall kitchen island.

The marble texture is a real show-stopper and transforms this minimal kitchen. The impressive marble waterfall countertops pair nicely with the combination of flat panel cabinets in light grey and a brown wood tone. The stone ties the design of the kitchen together.

Styling by Emma Fischer,  Photographed by Osman Tahir for Nordiska Kök

A gorgeous light grey marble waterfall kitchen island in a black kitchen

In this spacious kitchen, the black kitchen cabinets are paired with a grey marble stone on the countertops and backsplash for a contrasting effect. The kitchen features a backsplash in between the upper and lower cabinets and the beautiful countertop materials also come back on the kitchen island.

The grey marble waterfall countertop adds a lighter touch to the kitchen color palette, which is paired with light grey walls and white bar stools.

via Picky Living

An impressive green marble backsplash and waterfall island

The dark wood kitchen cabinets in this beautiful kitchen space are paired with an impressive green marble that is used on the counters and on the backsplash behind the sink.

The green marble also extends onto the waterfall kitchen island, allowing a balance between just the right amount of wood tones and the green marble, paired with a brass faucet.

via Nordiska Kök

A waterfall countertop turns a small kitchen island into an impressive focal point

A small kitchen island fills this historic space with round walls, combining dark grey cabinets with a white marble stone with beautiful veining.

This dark grey and white combination matches the light wall colors and white plank flooring in the kitchen and by applying the waterfall countertop trend to the kitchen island, it makes a statement in the space, despite its smaller size.

via Entrance Makleri

A dark limestone wraps around dark wood kitchen cabinets for a dramatic effect

The simple design and clean lines of the dark wood kitchen cabinets in this space with warm wood herringbone hardwood flooring are paired with an impressive dark limestone that is used on counters, backsplash, waterfall kitchen island, and even on the hood cover.

By continuing the backsplash material up to the ceiling, the contemporary kitchen design gets an impressive and slightly dramatic look from which the chrome pendants stand out.

via Nordiska Kök

A limestone countertop wraps around storage drawers underneath the kitchen island

The light oak kitchen cabinets used in this kitchen provide ample storage space by using large cupboards paired with drawers in the lower modules and on the kitchen island. The beautiful light oak tone is paired with greige walls and a beige limestone that is used on the countertop and backsplash of the main kitchen module.

The limestone also comes back on the waterfall kitchen island, where it wraps the drawer modules and draws attention to the middle of the space that connects the kitchen with the rest of the living area.

via Innerstadtspecialisten

A luxurious kitchen with a kitchen island waterfall edge that comes back in the middle

This impressive and spacious kitchen design features off-white kitchen cabinets paired with white walls and a white waterfall island in the middle of the space.

The white marble on the counters and backsplash comes back on the kitchen island as well and the cooking space features elements in the same material for an elegant and cohesive effect. The waterfall countertop on each side of the kitchen island is brought back in the middle section which separates the seating area from the storage drawers, enveloping the seating area underneath the countertop in marble completely.

via Nordiska Kök

A grey quartz waterfall kitchen island paired with dark wood cabinets

The quartz waterfall countertop in this living kitchen brightens the palette of the dark-tone kitchen cabinets that also come back on the back panel underneath the kitchen island.

While the quartz waterfall island takes the focus in this kitchen design, the impressive wall of large cupboards against the wall has a very impressive effect as well.

via Erik Olsson

A waterfall countertop on one side of the island only

This corner kitchen layout features beautiful off-white kitchen cabinetry paired with a green-grey backsplash and countertop material. The waterfall countertop on the main kitchen module comes back on one side of the kitchen island, which allows for a lighter floor plan and a spacious look and feel.

The elegant metal legs that support the island counter are paired with two oak wood bar stools that complement the color of the impressive hardwood flooring.

via Nordiska Kök

A Jura marble waterfall countertop on the kitchen island of a cream kitchen

The beige marble kitchen island in this historic space separates the kitchen from the dining area. The contemporary design of the waterfall island contrasts with the vintage dining table that is paired with six oak Wishbone chairs.

This mixture of modern and vintage works well in the space and the beige marble also comes back on the countertop and on the small backsplash in the main kitchen module.

via Ahre

A breakfast bar in the middle of a living kitchen

The beige limestone waterfall island in the middle of this modern and minimal kitchen design is the perfect spot for two accent black modern bar stools to create a cozy kitchen breakfast bar.

The black contrast element also comes back in the pendant lamps above the countertops and island and in the impressive light fixture hanging above the dining table.

via Picky Living

A stainless steel countertop paired with a marble waterfall countertop on the kitchen island

In this open-plan kitchen with dark wood kitchen cabinets, the waterfall kitchen island features a different material than the countertop of the main kitchen module. The sink module of the kitchen features stainless steel countertops, while the marble waterfall island allows for a powerful contrast in this modern kitchen.

via Alexander White

An impressive textured marble waterfall island on a majestic kitchen space

If you are lucky enough to have the opportunity and means to wrap one of those larger kitchen island designs in a gorgeous natural stone, you will surely make an impressive statement in your kitchen design.

I love the way the natural stone slab comes back on the wall space inside the arched section above the kitchen sink, combining both curvy and straight clean lines on the standard island shape into a combination of classic and contemporary kitchen design.

via Himlekök

A marble waterfall countertop is highlighted by LED lighting underneath

The white marble slabs on the counters, kitchen island, and backsplash take all the attention in this classic white kitchen with black hardware.

The marble waterfall countertop adds a contemporary element to the kitchen design and the natural stone is lit up by LED lighting, which gives it a warm and inviting glow highlighting the luxurious material choice.

via Sjöman Frisk

An elegant quartz waterfall kitchen island brightens the kitchen color palette together

The quartz material on the white countertop in this kitchen ties together the dark wood kitchen cabinets with the white cupboards that extend over the entire kitchen wall by the window.

The quartz waterfall kitchen island frames the dark oak cabinets perfectly and connects the seating and storage areas underneath the island into one cohesive module.

via Himlekök

A grey waterfall kitchen island in a spacious dark wood kitchen

This spacious kitchen is built in a corner layout with mostly lower cabinets, with a kitchen island built out of a grey marble stone as the focal point in the middle of the space.

The impressive width of the kitchen island, which can seat 4 people, and the waterfall countertop on both sides add a modern aesthetic to this renovated loft apartment.

via Erik Olsson

A natural oak kitchen with a waterfall island and countertop

In this beautiful oak kitchen, the surface material of the countertops also comes back on the side panels and on the kitchen island, which adds a luxurious touch to the kitchen design.

The grey veining in the quartz waterfall countertop pairs nicely with the concrete flooring in the space the stainless steel faucets add depth and a beautiful metallic touch to the setting.

via Nordiska Kök

An impressive grey marble island paired with black cabinets and stainless steel appliances

This beautiful open-concept loft home features a kitchen with black cabinets underneath the sloped roof that has a beautiful contrasting effect in the space with exposed wood beams.

The real focal point in this luxuriously renovated apartment, however, is the grey marble waterfall kitchen island with striking veining that adds a lovely texture to the material palette of the interior decor in this open floor plan.

The grey marble also comes back on the countertop and the small backsplash in the main kitchen module, where the walls are painted in a dark grey color to soften out the contrast with the black cabinets.

via Alicia Edelman

A playful terrazzo waterfall kitchen island paired with greige kitchen cabinets

The terrazzo countertop material has a very playful effect in this kitchen and it’s also used on the backsplash, on the bottom of the upper cabinets, and on the walls for a cohesive effect. The waterfall kitchen island also uses the same continuous material, making it fit into the space perfectly.

The eye-catching terrazzo is paired with greige kitchen cabinets and brass accents in the hardware. The rippled glass in the upper cabinets adds yet another material variation to this gorgeous kitchen design.

via Nordiska Kök

Is a waterfall island expensive?

Since a waterfall kitchen island is typically constructed out of granite, quartz, or natural stone, they tend to be more expensive than the standard materials. Comparable to quartz, marble, or granite countertops, a granite, marble, or quartz waterfall island will be exponentially more expensive since you need more of those said materials.

Moreover, there is some skilled craftsmanship involved in ensuring the joints of the waterfall island fit together for a clean and elegant look, bringing the price up.

Luckily, a waterfall island is a timeless piece that can stand the test of time, making it worth the initial investment.

Should I add a waterfall countertop to my kitchen island design?

While a waterfall kitchen island can be a true show stopper in large kitchens, which the above examples undoubtedly have shown you, not every kitchen is a good fit. For this timeless design feature to work as a true focal point in this space, you need to make sure that you have enough space around the island.

A spacious, open-concept layout tends to complement the grandeur of a waterfall island, allowing it to become a captivating design element without overwhelming the space. Consider the existing architectural elements, such as the placement of doors, windows, and adjoining rooms, to ensure a harmonious integration.

Additionally, the style of your kitchen plays a crucial role; modern and contemporary designs often embrace the clean lines and sleek finishes of a waterfall countertop.

White cabinets with gold hardware are a popular material combination for kitchen designs, as it’s both timeless and elegant. Gold accents tend to stand out from white cabinetry in a powerful way, allowing for a unique kitchen design with a contemporary twist whether you opt for brushed gold hardware, rose gold, brushed nickel, or brass hardware.

While chrome hardware or champagne copper will add a more modern and clean touch to your cabinet doors, and wood accents will add a warm and natural tone, gold hardware adds a bit of both with its warm metallic appearance that is both elegant and sophisticated.

In the comprehensive list below, you will find my favorite white and gold kitchen design ideas. Some with an appealing vintage note, some with a more modern appearance. What they all have in common though is the way they tend to stand out against the white canvas of the bright white cabinets.

A bright white kitchen with white shaker cabinets and traditional gold hardware

The small gold pulls add a beautiful finishing touch to this classic kitchen with white shaker cabinets that cover almost the entire kitchen wall from top to bottom. The white marble on the countertop also comes back in the backsplash, adding another white element to the stylish kitchen.

The gold hardware is matched with a gold faucet and the brass details in the light fixture above the dining table introduce gold finishes in this section of the kitchen as well.

via Alvhem

A classic white kitchen with gold accents and a vintage dining table

This is one of my personal favorite white and gold kitchen design ideas. The crisp white kitchen cabinets paired with the white marble countertops are finished off with elegant gold hardware that is matched by the antique brass faucet by the kitchen sink.

The vintage dining table and the mixture of chairs complement the hardwood floor and this combination of different textures adds a lot of character to this all-white kitchen.

On the ceiling, an impressive row of small lighting fixtures allows for functional worktop lighting, while the black wall lamp next to the minimal range hood adds an industrial touch to the mixture of different styles in this beautiful kitchen space.

via Entrance Makleri

A contemporary-style white kitchen with integrated gold hardware

This modern and minimal kitchen design features white cabinets and white countertops that reflect the natural light coming in through those historic windows beautifully. The cabinet hardware is integrated inside of the cabinetry, which is a gorgeous design detail highlighted by the brass inlay that also comes back in the material of the faucet.

The cabinet hardware is center-aligned on the kitchen module with the sink, yet on the cabinet doors on the kitchen island, the matte gold hardware is left aligned.

via &Schufl

A classic kitchen with white cabinets and subtle gold cabinet hardware

This spacious classic kitchen design pairs shaker-style off-white cabinets with a white farmhouse sink, a white subway tile backsplash, and a classic stove with traditional gold details.

The brass and gold tones in the cabinet hardware and details on the stove also come back in the elegant faucet by the sink in front of the window.

via Kitchen and Beyond

White cabinets paired with open shelving and gold kitchen hardware

This beautiful white and gold kitchen features a wooden countertop for a natural effect that is finished off with gold details in the cabinet hardware and the matching faucet and soap dispenser.

The open shelf above the sink includes a peg rail underneath it that gives the white kitchen a certain farmhouse style that is complemented by the style of the range hood cover. The off-white cabinets appear to have the same color as the wall for an integrated effect.

via Alvhem

An elegant and luxurious white kitchen finished with a crystal chandelier

The minimal and modern design of this kitchen with white cabinets is enhanced with the integrated gold hardware and the gold accents in the crystal chandelier. This combination of materials results in a luxurious look and feel that is complemented by the white marble countertops.

The white cabinets are paired with a white dining table and chairs and gold details in the accessories enhance the white and gold look even more.

via Picky Living

White and gold on the bottom, paired with contrasting black glass cabinets on the top

Even though the true focal point in this kitchen is the combination of the three black glass cabinets above the unique tile backsplash, the combination of the white cabinets with the subtle gold hardware and the white marble countertop certainly adds an elegant touch to this eye-catching kitchen design.

The lighting fixtures above the sink and by the coffee machine allow for a vintage look and the combination of the different materials makes this kitchen contemporary and eclectic at the same time.

via Historiska Hem

A modern and minimal white and gold kitchen with a floating shelf

My white and gold kitchen was one of my favorite features in my previous apartment here in Munich. The white cabinets came back in a single floating shelf that spread across the kitchen and the brass cabinet hardware and brass faucet finished the look off perfectly.

To match the white and gold kitchen materials, I would work with brass interior details sometimes, to make the look even more apparent, while other times I would use black accents to make the design stronger.

A shaker-style off-white and gold kitchen with small and elegant cabinet hardware

The gorgeous white kitchen cabinets in this turn-of-the-century interior are finished off with an elegant white marble countertop and the most subtle brass hardware that is small in size, yet adds a powerful effect to the kitchen design.

This kitchen could easily be finished off with rose gold hardware as well. The rose gold would bring out the warm tones in the curtains and hardwood flooring and would have a more feminine effect in the elegant space.

Styled by @vasakvadrat, sold via Sjöman Frisk

White and gold kitchen in traditional shaker style

This beautiful white shaker kitchen is finished off with a white countertop, a classic stove with stainless steel details, a glossy subway tile backsplash, and traditional gold hardware that finishes off this classic design perfectly.

The powerful combination of white and gold comes back in the pendant lighting above the sink and the daylight coming through that kitchen window makes the white kitchen appear even brighter.

via Himlekök

White cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and gold accents in a transitional kitchen

The white shaker-style cabinets in this transitional kitchen stand out against the cool tones in the sage green wall color and are enhanced with a stainless steel stove, stainless steel appliances, and delicate antique brass hardware.

The upper glass cabinets keep the kitchen layout light and airy and the white and gold combination also comes back in the pairing of the white countertops with the brass faucet with a matte finish.

Styled by Linnéa H. Manaberi, photographed by Frederik J Karlsson for Alvhem

A minimal white kitchen with a white backsplash and brushed gold hardware

The expansive white canvas brought on by the simple and minimal white kitchen cabinets, white countertop, and white subway tile backsplash is enhanced with gold handles on the bottom cabinets and round gold cabinet hardware on the upper cabinets.

The white and gold kitchen features a glossy subway tile, which makes the matte gold hardware stand out even more.

via Stadshem

Off-white kitchen cabinets paired with antique brass hardware

The beautiful off-white shaker cabinets in this kitchen are finished off with stainless steel appliances, a subway tile backsplash, and traditional yellow gold hardware that finishes off the look of this elegant kitchen design.

The gold of the cabinet hardware also comes back in the gold hanging rail on top of the subway tiles and I love the way the off-white color on the cabinetry stands out against the bright white kitchen countertop.

via Alvhem

Minimal white cabinetry enhanced with brass hardware

The simplicity of the minimal white kitchen, white pendant lights, and white walls is enhanced with a brass faucet and brass hardware that transform the kitchen design.

While the brass range hood and stove add contrast on the right side of the kitchen, the antique brass hardware brings the other side of the kitchen together with a muted shine that also comes back in the pendant lighting above the sink.

Styled by Grey Deco, photographed by Jonas Berg for Stadshem

White shaker kitchen cabinets paired with black countertops and gold hardware

This is one of the most traditional white and gold kitchen ideas on the list, and the gold hardware makes this design shine. While you often see white kitchen cabinets with black countertops paired with black hardware, the bright whites and deep blacks in this laundry room kitchen are paired with elegant touches of gold to add visual interest.

The larger pulls on the top drawers add a farmhouse effect, while the small cabinet pulls on the bottom cabinets underneath the farmhouse sink are more subtle. The hardware is complemented by two brass faucets and wall shelf brackets in the same shade.

via DeVOL Kitchens

While many homeowners will go for a wood kitchen made out of medium-density fiberboard finished with wood veneer, solid wood cabinets tend to have better quality and durability than mdf cabinets.

Kitchens made out of engineered woods are more affordable, however, if you are planning a kitchen that will last for years, real wood cabinets are a great option. Unlike other materials, they can easily be refinished or repainted. You can repair scratches by sanding and refinishing the solid wood if needed, making it easy to maintain over the years.

Moreover, wood is a naturally renewable resource that adds less stress to the environment than other materials often used by cabinet makers.

Each wood species and wood treatment has own unique characteristics, making the kitchen design stand out in terms of wood grain and color. In the list below, you can find the most inspiring kitchens with solid wood cabinets of different wood species, each offering a different look and expression to the kitchen design.

Solid wood cabinets paired with a backsplash and island in the same material

The solid wood cabinets in this beautiful kitchen space are made of natural oak that is treated to appear warm, with an apparent natural wood grain that provides a wonderful texture to both the kitchen cabinets and the impressive backsplash behind the sink.

The kitchen island is made out of the same wood as the backsplash and cabinet materials, and accents in black add a wonderful contrast to the space. The kitchen floating shelf above the counter is fitted with a custom LED, which makes the natural wood grain a real focal point.

via Ballingslōv

Oak wood kitchen cabinets with a white pigmented stain

Solid wood cabinets can be treated in many different ways, and in this beautiful kitchen, the wood cabinets are stained with white pigment. The white oak cabinets combined with the light natural limestone countertops and the white walls provide the perfect backdrop for the black elements in the pendant lamps and the ceramics.

The white pigment softens the natural wood grain and the white oak bar stools blend in with the kitchen island for a calm and modest appearance. The wall cabinets don’t go all the way up to the ceiling, giving the kitchen a wider impression.

via Himlekök

Mixed cabinet materials for an impressive look

The cabinet doors in this gorgeous kitchen design have a solid wood frame combined with veneer in the middle. The solid wood construction makes the kitchen cabinets durable, while the veneer inlay makes them more affordable to produce.

Because of this interesting combination of techniques, the wood cabinets have different wood grain directions, which adds an interesting design element to the base cabinets of this kitchen. The upper area is finished off with beautiful vertical pattern tiles and the herringbone flooring adds yet another wonderful texture to the mix.

via Kvanum

Solid wood cabinets combined with laminate cupboards on the side

The combination of custom cabinets in this kitchen design gives the space an interesting look and makes it very functional. While the center of the kitchen contains wood cabinets paired up with white marble countertops and no upper cabinets, the side of the kitchen is fitted with floor-to-ceiling mdf cabinets in a laminate that has the same color as the wall, which makes them blend into the space.

The solid wood section of the kitchen doesn’t have any upper cabinets for a light appearance that has been enhanced by a single floating shelf right next to the window.

via Himlekök

Solid wood cabinets in a solid wood interior space

The wood materials of the floor and ceiling in this beautiful house give the interior a soft expression, which is accentuated even more by the selection of a kitchen with solid wood cabinets treated with a white pigment. The solid wood kitchen, the dining, and the living room are all located in the same space covered with pine flooring.

The white-pigmented solid wood cabinets have a different grain than the one on the pinewood floor, allowing an interesting play between the two materials. The gold faucet and the black kitchen hardware finish the look off perfectly and add a more modern touch to the solid wood cabinets.

via Nordiska Kök

Dark-stained solid wood cabinets paired with a stainless steel backsplash

The solid gray stained walnut wood cabinets in this kitchen have an impressive effect on the space. the stainless steel countertop and backsplash on the wall section of the kitchen reflect the space in a soft and blurry way. The combination of the solid wood grain and the matt brushed steel works wonderfully in this moody kitchen design.

The dark stain on the solid wood cabinets brings out the grain in the walnut even more, adding an elegant look to the cabinets and the side of the kitchen island.

via Himlekök

Warm solid wood cabinets in a 70s interior

The solid wood cabinets are stained in a warm tone, matching the warm tone wood of the doors and windows in this 70s home. The limestone countertop softens out the contrast with the wall and allows for a smooth transition between the warm wood tone and the white walls.

The natural wood grain is very apparent in the area underneath the kitchen island seating area, where black bar stools add a beautiful contrast to the solid wood.

via Himlekök

Custom cabinets with a solid wood frame

Similar to the 3rd kitchen example on this list, these custom cabinets combine a large solid wood frame with veneered mdf cabinets in the middle section. The warm stain on the solid wood gives the kitchen a rich impression with red tones similar to cherry wood, which pairs beautifully with the black countertops, white walls, and warm hardwood floorboards.

While the lower area of the kitchen layout is defined by the warm solid wood cabinets, the dark grey and black tones in the upper area with the floating shelves add a moody and industrial touch to the mix.

via Kvanum

White-pigmented solid wood cabinets combined with white-pigmented walls

The kitchen remodeling in this interior was done while keeping the interior of the house in mind. The white-pigmented walls and ceilings paired up with the grey concrete floor in this space have clearly influenced the selection of materials in the kitchen as well.

The kitchen pairs up white-pigmented solid wood cabinets with a grey terrazzo countertop and backsplash, fitting perfectly within the living and dining room. The black cabinet hardware paired up with the black lighting fixtures and faucet provides a beautiful contrast against the white wood cabinets.

Both the bar stools by the kitchen island and the dining table and chairs on the other side of the kitchen have been picked out in the same material as the solid wood kitchen cabinets and walls, for a coherent design in the modern space.

via Ballingslōv

Solid wood cabinets paired up with white laminate cabinets

The minimal kitchen design pairs white pigmented oak cabinets with a white countertop and other cabinet materials on the lower part of the kitchen and cupboards. The white laminate cabinetry lightens up the design of the kitchen and accentuates the beautiful wood grain in the light solid wood cabinets on the kitchen island and upper kitchen area.

Both the laminate and wood cabinets are pushed to open, allowing a minimal look that matches the modern design of the interior and furniture pieces.

The wood kitchen cabinets on the back of the kitchen island are perfect for storing dinnerware right next to the dining table.

via Ballingslōv

Plywood kitchen cabinets with an integrated handle

While most of the wood types in this list were more high-end, you can also go for a more affordable option. Plywood is a perfect choice as a cabinet material for those who want to keep things budget-friendly, yet also want to take advantage of the long-lasting qualities of solid wood cabinet doors.

The cabinets are manufactured with a hole on the side that also functions as a handle, giving the kitchen design a minimal appearance that adds focus towards the natural wood grain of the plywood.

The grain in the plywood cabinets adds a playful touch to the kitchen interior in combination with the aged texture and grain in the durable hardwood floor. The dark beige limestone countertop adds an elegant finishing touch to this beautiful space.

via Historiska Hem

Kitchen cabinet hardware is almost like the jewelry of your kitchen design, finishing off the look. Black cabinet hardware is great for adding contrast to your kitchen style and switching out the hardware on your cabinets can be just the thing your kitchen needed to give it a powerful makeover.

If you are looking to add a beautiful black finish to your cabinets, have a look at these modern designs that include black kitchen cabinet hardware in different shapes and designs. Whether you want to go for knobs or pulls, you will find the inspiration you need in this list.

Black hardware stands out against lighter color cabinets in a beautiful, contrasting way, while it can have a more subtle effect when it’s blended into darker cabinet colors.

Black knobs stand out against a light grey kitchen

This beautiful kitchen design features light grey kitchen cabinets paired up with grey walls and a grey peg rail. The black knobs, black faucet, and black countertop add a beautiful contrast to all the grey in the space and I love the way the round knobs look on the classic shaker design of the cabinets.

Small knobs usually have a subtle effect on a kitchen design, yet sometimes you will need different appliance pulls for your dishwasher for example, as it’s difficult to open the heavy dishwasher door with a tiny knob.

Styling by Studio Cuvier, photographed by Frederik J Karlsson for Alvhem

A modern grey shaker kitchen with black metal kitchen cabinet hardware

The traditional brushed nickel cabinet pulls with a black finish elevate the design of this beautiful grey shaker kitchen. The cabinet hardware pairs up perfectly with the dark stone countertop and the oval sphere shape of the knobs feels good in your hand when opening the cabinets or drawers.

The black hardware stands out against the lighter cabinet color and is the finishing touch to this kitchen design.

Photos: Cupboard and Goods

Black cabinet hardware in a classy white kitchen with a tile backsplash

When you combine black metal knobs with white kitchen cabinets, you create a very powerful contrast in your kitchen design. The solid black metal knobs in this kitchen elevate the simple expression in the space and complement the black tile grout and the black sockets.

The kitchen itself, which is finished off with a grey granite countertop is very neutral in color, yet by adding a gorgeous warm wood dining table and chairs, the look becomes more warm and inviting.

photo: Funkiskök

Black leather finger pulls in a black and white kitchen

Instead of hardware, this minimal white kitchen includes trendy black leather finger pulls that pair up nicely with the black wall light fixtures and the black floating shelf that is used for displaying ceramics.

The leather pulls have a playful and subtle effect in the space that is perfect for opening a drawer or cabinet. Pair these up with appliance pulls for a fridge or dishwasher though, so you can open up heavier doors more easily.

Photography by Jonas Berg via Stadshem

Integrated black cabinet pulls in a grey kitchen

This urban modern kitchen design has black hardware integrated into the cabinet design. The black hardware becomes a crucial element in the design and I love the way the black handles are paired up with a black sink, black faucet, and black appliances.

photos: &Schufl

Black leather pulls and black knobs on matte black cabinets

The black kitchen cabinets in this space are paired up with marble counters and leather pulls that are a bit more modern than your traditional ring pulls. The leather pulls on the bottom cabinets are paired up with regular knobs on the upper ones, however, both of the hardware designs are barely noticeable on the matte black cabinet color.

via Alvhem

Black bar pulls in a white and grey kitchen design

The black bar pulls are a sleek and elegant addition to the grey shaker cabinets in this kitchen with white walls and white flooring. The subtle lines of the shaker cabinets are accentuated by the black cabinet hardware that follows in a horizontal direction on the drawer modules and in a vertical direction on the upper cabinets.

via Alvhem

Subtle black knobs on minimal white kitchen cabinets

This spacious, minimal white kitchen design is finished off with small black knobs that have a very subtle effect on this modern kitchen. Note that the black hardware on the bottom cabinets is all top-aligned, while the ones on the upper cabinets are bottom aligned, concentrating all the hardware in a single middle strip.

The elegant white cabinets are paired up with a black faucet and an impressive pendant light that accentuates the beautiful crown molding underneath the ceiling.

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Tiny black knobs blend in against matte black cabinets

In this kitchen design, the cabinet hardware is barely noticeable, as it blends into the black color of the cabinets. The black oven and the tiny black knobs match the black cabinet color, creating a full black surface at the bottom of the kitchen layout.

The upper section of the kitchen layout is predominately white, with a white subway tile backsplash, a white kitchen sink, light wood countertops, and white walls. The black metal heater, black faucet, and black pendant lamp stand out against this upper white background and match the bottom half of the kitchen layout.

Photographed by Anders Bergstedt for Alvhem

A beige kitchen with elegant black kitchen cabinet hardware

This beige kitchen with white marble countertops features the perfect hardware that is something in between a knob and a pull. The knobs are attached with a single drill hole, yet you can hold the hardware in your hand like a pull.

The beige walls, beige cabinet color, and beige peg rail are brightened up by the white marble countertops and the white wall lamp, yet the black faucet, black sink, and black cabinet hardware make the design interesting and add a lot of contrast.

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Black knobs add contrast to trendy sage-green kitchen cabinets

The beautiful kitchen with sage green kitchen cabinets is finished off with wood countertops, a white porcelain farmhouse sink, and black knobs to open the cabinets.

It’s more common to pick out the faucet in the same material as the hardware, yet the black knobs in this kitchen are paired up with a brass faucet. The brass also comes back in the wall-mounted light fixtures, which nicely tie together the design.

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A combination of black knobs and pulls in a beautiful grey kitchen

This beautiful kitchen with light grey kitchen cabinets is finished off with beige stone countertops and stainless steel appliances which gives it a modern expression with a classic touch.

The black knobs on the cabinet doors and drawers in the middle of the kitchen layout are paired up with black pulls on the fridge and freezer, as you need more grip to open these appliances.

The black of the hardware is complemented by beautiful black sockets on the white walls, which tie the look together perfectly.

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Elegant black bar pulls contrast on white kitchen cabinets

The small bar pulls on these elegant white kitchen cabinets add a subtle strip to each of the cabinets that stand out against the white backdrop of the kitchen.

The matte black cabinet hardware and the black elements in the appliances and light fixtures along with the wood bar stools at the breakfast bar are the only non-white elements in this space, making them stand out in a very powerful way.

While knobs are easy to replace with just one hole and maybe a backplate, cabinet handles are more permanent as you make two holes in the cabinets at a predefined width and distance from each other. If, in the future, you get tired of them, you would need to source cabinet handles of the exact same size and distance in between the drill holes.

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Small black knobs add a subtle touch to a minimal grey kitchen with beige walls

Mixing beige walls with dark grey cabinets and wood countertops results in quite the rich color and material palette in this kitchen already, hence the subtle addition of tiny black knobs to not overcrowd the kitchen layout.

The kitchen is spread onto a single wall, including both upper and lower cabinets, which generally benefit from a lighter hardware design.

Styled by Grey Deco, photographed by Jonas Berg for Stadshem

Minimal black cabinet hardware on dark grey kitchen cabinets

The contrast in this living kitchen is very strong. The dark grey window frames, dark grey kitchen cabinets, and black glossy fridge stand out against the white walls and light hardwood flooring and this contrast has been carried over to the kitchen design as well.

The combination of the black faucet and the black cabinet hardware adds an industrial appearance to the otherwise classic design of the kitchen. The shaker kitchen cabinets and the white marble countertop and backsplash combined with the vintage dining table and the warm leather dining chairs on the other hand, provide this space with an elegant, classic look.

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Black cup pulls finish off a tiny kitchen

The textured walls made out of white tile with black grout in this tiny kitchen form the perfect backdrop for a combination of minimal white cabinets with a black countertop, black hood, and black cup pulls to finish off the look.

The black pulls on these kitchen cabinets and the single drawer underneath the oven add a rustic touch to the kitchen and are easy to grab. Classic cup pulls tend to have a more traditional appearance, yet they do tend to look more modern in a black version rather than when you pick them out in brass or aluminum.

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Black edge pulls on light oak kitchen cabinets

The light oak kitchen cabinets in this kitchen are paired up with a concrete tile backsplash, a black faucet, a black sink, and sleek edge pulls in matte black. The matte black metal adds visual interest to offset the otherwise very minimal cabinet design, making the cabinet handles a crucial design element of this kitchen.

This type of kitchen cabinet hardware has a more minimalistic effect on kitchen cabinets. When you have a lot of smaller drawers combined, the black hardware gets a more apparent look.

Photography by Monica Grue Steffensen from Norm Architects

A Shiplap backsplash tends to give your space a farmhouse kitchen look, yet when combining it with more modern elements, this effect can be more modest and subtle. Adding shiplap backsplashes doesn’t have to completely transform your kitchen, it can be a subtle design detail as the kitchens in this list will show you.

White shiplap underneath a sloped roof

Kitchens underneath a sloped roof always require smart design solutions. In this cozy attic kitchen, the shiplap backsplash continues up until the point where the ceiling gets sloped, which adds a nice visual effect to the space.

The ceiling and walls above the shiplap have been treated with a beautiful limewash paint color. This combined with the brown floor and the wood dining table and chairs gives the space a subtle rustic touch.

Styled by Lind, photographed by Öhstlin for Historiska Hem

Ceiling-high vertical shiplap backsplash

The light gray cabinets in this kitchen are finished off with a white shiplap backsplash that continues on the wall behind the kitchen dining table. The white and gray color combination also comes back in the tile pattern painted on the kitchen floor.

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Tone-on-tone shiplap kitchen backsplash

The sage green kitchen cabinets in this beautiful farmhouse kitchen are complemented with a shiplap backsplash and a range hood in the same sage green paint color for a tone-on-tone look that has been finished off with a stainless steel stove, and a dark pink kitchen island.

The limestone countertop adds a modern texture to the kitchen design, while the farmhouse sink and the rail with the copper pans add a classic farmhouse touch to this dream kitchen.

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White cabinets combined with white shiplap

The white glass cabinets combined with the white backsplash make this classic farmhouse kitchen light and airy, while the bottom sage green cabinets pair up so nicely with the green wallpaper on the wall at the dining table.

The bottom cabinets have wood paneling as well, matching the pattern of the shiplap kitchen backsplash in an elegant way and the space is even finished off with a shiplap ceiling.

via Historiska Hem

Farmhouse-style cabinets finished off with tone-on-tone shiplap

This farmhouse kitchen is finished off with a sage green kitchen backsplash made out of shiplap and brass hardware combined with brass details on the stainless steel stove top to add some elegance to this classic design.

Photographed by Lisa Wikstrand, styled by Helen Sturesson for Kulladal

White shiplap walls on top of white marble countertops

Rather than going for a yellow backsplash, the kitchen was finished off with off-white shiplap boards that make the white trim on the ceiling and the white countertops stand out. The off-white makes the kitchen design look calm and elegant, while the brass peg rail and the brass sconces finish the look off nicely.

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A sage green shiplap backsplash on one side of the kitchen

If you don’t want your kitchen backsplash to be the same in your entire kitchen, you can always opt for a single wall made out of shiplap. By painting the shiplap in the same color as the kitchen cabinets, the look is subtle and down to earth.

Styled by Annica Clarmell and Emma Fischer, photographed by Janne Olander for Stadshem

White shiplap backsplash behind the white cabinets on the top half

The white cabinets on the top in this kitchen layout are hung up against a kitchen backsplash made out of white shiplap for a subtle effect that brings out the beautiful historic window trim in the space.

On the other side of the kitchen a tile backsplash is used by the white range hood, also covered in tiles for more variety in the interesting material palette.

Styled by Johanna Bradford, photographed by Henrik Linden for Alvhem

Shaker cabinets finished off with an off-white shiplap backsplash

The off-white shiplap kitchen backsplash is the perfect finishing touch to this sage-green kitchen with beige limestone countertops and chrome hardware. The interior design of the shaker cabinets is quite minimal and modern, yet by applying the shiplap, it gets a traditional farmhouse touch.

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White shiplap backsplash with white shaker cabinets

The white shaker cabinets, white shiplap kitchen backsplash, and white door frames in this kitchen stand out brightly against the subtle sage green wall color.

Only a small part of the kitchen has been treated with shiplap, which makes its effect even more subtle. The fluted design of the foot of the table mimics the lines in the shiplap, which makes them match together so nicely.

Photographed by Henrik Linden for Alvhem

Vertical shiplap on the kitchen walls

The shiplap kitchen backsplash in this space has been painted in a sage green tone that is just a few shades lighter than the color of the cabinets, which has an interesting effect on the space.

The shiplap is continued over the entire kitchen walls for an impressive effect and the contrast of the black countertops and the black lamps adds a modern touch.

To finish the look off, a peg rail was added that spreads over the entire length of counter top.

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A horizontal shiplap backsplash in off-white

While all the examples in the list so far use vertical shiplap, this sage green kitchen has an off-white horizontal shiplap backsplash that pairs up nicely with the stained wood countertop and brings out the white crown molding on the ceiling.

On the section by the window, where no upper cabinets are installed, the shiplap goes all the way up, while on the other side, it functions as a backsplash in between the lower and upper cabinets.

Styled by Linnéa H. Manaberi, photographed by Anders Bergstedt for Alvhem

A gray marble countertop combined with a white shiplap kitchen backsplash

The white shiplap backsplash is very subtle in combination with the white walls and the white shaker cabinets, yet by placing wooden planks on top, it serves as a subtle focal point in the space.

The gray marble countertop and the black hardware add a contrasting modern element to this otherwise farmhouse-style kitchen design.

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A shiplap kitchen backsplash on one side of the kitchen

This kitchen uses two color palettes on each side. The off-white cabinets on the left are finished off with a white range hood on a white wall, while the right side of the kitchen has been painted in a sage green color.

The sage green cabinets have been finished off by a sage green shiplap backsplash that also serves as a backrest for the seating bench by the dining table.

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A shiplap backsplash behind a wood floating shelf set

The shiplap kitchen backsplash in this kitchen was added above a narrow white marble backsplash and integrates seamlessly with the open shelving in the same color. Since the walls have been painted in the same color well, it’s the white marble that really stands out in this kitchen design, yet the shiplap really adds a subtle farmhouse touch.

Photographed by Adam Haglund, styled by Helen Sturesson for Kulladal

Shiplap boards on the entire wall above the kitchen

The walls in this two-tone kitchen have been finished off with off-white shiplap boards in the same off-white color as the upper cabinets and the open shelving for a light look. The bottom cabinets have a darker green color, which is contrasted by a white countertop and a beautiful stainless steel stove and range hood.

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