Category Archives: Kitchen Inspiration

19 kitchen wallpaper ideas for modern interiors

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26-06-2023

Using wallpaper in the kitchen might sound daring, yet it’s an easy way to add just a hint of character or to go for a unique look. You can opt for a feature wall or cover your entire wall space with your favorite design for a bold effect.

Whether you go for a colorful floral wallpaper, striped design, traditional wallpaper, or a bold pattern, the right wallpaper will set your kitchen design apart.

Make sure to take a look at my selection of the best kitchen wallpaper ideas below if you are looking to give your interior design a quick and fun update

A wallpaper accent wall in combination with tiled walls

This beautiful kitchen with stainless steel cabinets is finished with a tile backsplash that goes up to the ceiling to protect the wall with the kitchen module. The other kitchen walls, however, are covered with tiles halfway and finished with a colorful floral accent wall highlighting the white crown molding below the ceiling.

  • A wallpaper accent wall in combination with tiled walls
  • A wallpaper accent wall in combination with tiled walls
  • A wallpaper accent wall in combination with tiled walls

via Entrance Makleri

A floral wallpaper design and black marble countertops

This is one of these kitchen wallpaper ideas that adds a certain nostalgic charm to a modern kitchen design. Since this kitchen doesn’t have any upper cabinets, the wall above the cabinetry is like a blank canvas that is filled with a floral kitchen wallpaper that perfectly complements the minimal white kitchen cabinetry and the modern black marble kitchen island.

  • A floral wallpaper design and black marble countertops
  • A floral wallpaper design and black marble countertops
  • A floral wallpaper design and black marble countertops

via Borastapeter

A subtle floral wallpaper instead of paint above the kitchen cabinets

This bright and elegant eat-in kitchen with crisp white cabinets and subtle wood open shelving above the counter is finished off with a subtle wallpaper design to create a romantic style that is sophisticated at the same time.

The warm tones in the table, chairs, and accessories spread throughout the room balance the look out perfectly.

  • A subtle floral wallpaper instead of paint above the kitchen cabinets
  • A subtle floral wallpaper instead of paint above the kitchen cabinets
  • A subtle floral wallpaper instead of paint above the kitchen cabinets

via Sandberg Wallpaper

An elegant yet modern kitchen wallpaper in a larger space

The dark teal shaker cabinets and white marble countertops in this classic kitchen space are enhanced with an elegant wallpaper pattern that is toned-back yet super elegant. The texture and color palette in the wallpaper accentuates the beautiful white historic windows and the white trim below the tall ceilings.

The gold faucet, brass hardware, and a small section of green tiles on the wall next to the sink make the design even more interesting and characterful.

  • An elegant yet modern kitchen wallpaper in a larger space
  • An elegant yet modern kitchen wallpaper in a larger space
  • An elegant yet modern kitchen wallpaper in a larger space
  • An elegant yet modern kitchen wallpaper in a larger space
  • An elegant yet modern kitchen wallpaper in a larger space
  • An elegant yet modern kitchen wallpaper in a larger space

via DeVol kitchens

A warm and moody look in front of a large window

This is one of the kitchen wallpaper ideas that add so much warmth to this cozy breakfast nook by the window. I love the way the single art print and the black wall lamp stand out against this brown wallpaper and it completely transforms the look of this space.

A warm and moody look in front of a large window

via Borastapeter

A dining section is visually separated by the use of wallpaper

The beautiful large-scale patterns on this wallpaper have such an impressive effect in this space. The wallpaper visually separates the bistro table from the kitchen, which is white and minimal and the wallpaper stops where the balcony door starts.

  • A dining section is visually separated by the use of wallpaper
  • A dining section is visually separated by the use of wallpaper
  • A dining section is visually separated by the use of wallpaper

via Alvhem

A dark oak kitchen paired with a subtle beige wallpaper

The surrounding walls in this spacious kitchen with dark stained oak cabinets are complemented with a beige pattern wallpaper that fits perfectly in the warm color palette of the space. The black details in the pendant lights, the black hood, and the black faucet stand out against this beige backdrop in such an elegant way.

  • A dark oak kitchen paired with a subtle beige wallpaper
  • A dark oak kitchen paired with a subtle beige wallpaper

via Sandberg Wallpaper

A farmhouse breakfast nook with a green floral pattern and shiplap on the walls

The breakfast nook in this farmhouse-style kitchen has a shiplap wall covering on the bottom, finished off with open shelving that is perfect for displaying kitchen accessories. The top half of the wall is treated with a beautiful sage green wallpaper design that makes the kitchen design even more classy.

  • A sage green farmhouse kitchen with an off-white shiplap backsplash and green wallpaper
  • A sage green farmhouse kitchen with an off-white shiplap backsplash and green wallpaper

via Historiska Hem

An accent wall in a neutral color kitchen

Wallpaper can be an easy go-to for adding character to a neutral space. The white tiles combined with the grey cabinets and the gold details in this kitchen create a pretty modest style for this space, yet by adding a statement wallpaper on the small wall around the window, the kitchen gets a unique look.

  • An wallpaper accent wall in a neutral color kitchen
  • An wallpaper accent wall in a neutral color kitchen
  • An wallpaper accent wall in a neutral color kitchen

via Alvhem

Wallpaper on the kitchen walls of an A-frame house

Wallpaper can have such a great effect in small spaces. This beautiful light grey kitchen is placed underneath an A-frame roof and the area above the white marble backsplash is covered entirely with wallpaper from which the wood beams and open shelving stands out in such a nice way.

Wallpaper on the kitchen walls of an A-frame house

via Sandberg Wallpaper

Wallpaper as a backdrop in the kitchen dining room area

To accentuate the beautiful dining section in this kitchen, one of the walls is treated with wallpaper that matches the color palette of the rest of the space. The open shelf is placed high up the walls so it doesn’t interfere with people walking and taking a seat.

  • Wallpaper as a backdrop in the kitchen dining room area
  • Wallpaper as a backdrop in the kitchen dining room area
  • Wallpaper as a backdrop in the kitchen dining room area
  • Wallpaper as a backdrop in the kitchen dining room area

Styled by Studio Cuvier for Alvhem

A house with two adjacent kitchens each with different wallpaper designs

This is easily one of the most original kitchen wallpaper ideas on the list, as the bright colors in this striped wallpaper pattern in off-white and burgundy function as a backsplash on top of the white marble countertops.

The interior designer included the kitchen wallpaper as a focal point against these dark blue kitchen cabinets. In my opinion, the blue and white contrasted with the red is what makes this kitchen truly unique.

This spacious house has a second kitchen next to it, which has pink cabinets and is finished off with a beautiful okra yellow wallpaper with floral patterns.

  • A house with two adjacent kitchens each with different wallpaper designs
  • A house with two adjacent kitchens each with different wallpaper designs
  • A house with two adjacent kitchens each with different wallpaper designs
  • A house with two adjacent kitchens each with different wallpaper designs
  • A house with two adjacent kitchens each with different wallpaper designs

via DeVol Kitchens

A kitchen wallpaper with green tones enhances a simple kitchen cabinet design

The simple white cabinets with dark stained countertops and a simple floating shelf on the wall are enhanced with an elegant kitchen wallpaper in green tones, from which the green plants stand out in such a lovely way.

This kitchen shows how you can give a space a beautiful upgrade, by adding the perfect wallpaper to your kitchen walls.

  • A kitchen wallpaper with green tones enhances a simple kitchen cabinet design
  • A kitchen wallpaper with green tones enhances a simple kitchen cabinet design

via Sandberg Wallpaper

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets and a beige floral wallpaper

This floral design is precisely the right pattern to give this modern wood kitchen a bit of a romantic and whimsical look, without being too much. The subtle kitchen wallpaper pairs nicely with the dark wood cabinets, creating a unique style in this modern space.

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets and a beige floral wallpaper

via Borastapeter

A bold and dark blue floral pattern transforms a white kitchen

The dining area in this kitchen with white walls is finished off with a bold blue and white floral pattern that completely transforms this room. This wallpaper has the perfect color and pattern that pairs nicely with the blue tone on the painted vintage dining table and chairs.

Photography by Anders Bergstedt via Entrance Makleri

A green wallpaper design accentuates dark green kitchen cabinets

This leaf pattern wallpaper in tones of green is the perfect complement for the dark green kitchen cabinets in this interior. The minimal appearance of the kitchen cabinets combined with the modern black light fixtures is balanced out perfectly by the kitchen wallpaper.

A green wallpaper design accentuates dark green kitchen cabinets

via Sandberg Wallpaper

A wallpaper accent wall next to the kitchen as a focal point

This is one of the most subtle kitchen wallpaper ideas on the list, as only a single wall next to the kitchen is covered with beautiful wallpaper. This bold floral design, however, defines the style of this shaker kitchen with light grey cabinets and adds a unique touch to the room.

A wallpaper accent wall next to the kitchen as a focal point

Styled by Linnéa H. Manaberi for Alvhem

A darker floral kitchen wallpaper for a moody look in a modern grey kitchen

A dark paint or wallpaper color can have a moody effect in a room, just like in this eat-in kitchen with a vintage table and chairs. The whole space gets rather modest daylight from the window, which is turned into a moody look by selecting a darker grey kitchen cabinet color and a dark floral wallpaper for the kitchen walls.

A darker floral kitchen wallpaper for a moody look in a modern grey kitchen

via Sandberg Wallpaper

A geometric wallpaper design in green tones to finish off a classic white kitchen

Country kitchens are an obvious choice for kitchen wallpaper. The green geometric design adds visual interest to the neutral palette in this all-white kitchen, which is brought back in the art print and the accessories to create a cohesive style in the space.

A geometric wallpaper design in green tones to finish off a classic white kitchen

via Borastapeter

Peel and stick wallpaper as a less permanent solution

Can’t wait to get started with one of your favorite kitchen wallpaper ideas but live in a rental or want something less permanent? Peel and stick wallpaper is a cost-effective way to create a unique look in both a classic and modern kitchen and it’s a relatively easy DIY project without the need for wallpaper paste for installing wallpaper. This is a great solution to try out a style if you are still a bit unsure.

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15 Antique and Off-white kitchen cabinets for a modern, classy kitchen look

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06-06-2023

For many homeowners, white is the preferred color for their dream kitchen as it can stand the test of time and it will add a fresh and minimal elegance to any interior. Other than regular white kitchen cabinets, however, you can go for antique white or off-white cabinets, which are a popular choice for a timeless kitchen as well.

Antique white cabinets tend to look less flat and they stand out against white walls, all while still retaining a bright look in a kitchen interior. Take a look at the list below to find the most inspiring off-white and antique-white modern kitchen ideas and scroll to the bottom of this post for a list of paint color samples to try out to achieve the looks.

Off-white cabinets and black accents in a classic kitchen design

The off-white kitchen cabinet color in this modern shaker kitchen stands out against the bright white walls and the black hood above the stove. The white marble countertops and the chrome hardware adds a modern element to the room and the open shelf in between the hood and the high cupboard is painted in the same color to create a cohesive look.

  • Off-white cabinets and black accents in a classic kitchen design
  • Off-white cabinets and black accents in a classic kitchen design
  • Off-white cabinets and black accents in a classic kitchen design
  • Off-white cabinets and black accents in a classic kitchen design

Styled by Bon Interior, photographed by Jens Eliasson for Bjurfors

Minimal off-white cabinets with an integrated handle

The minimal off-white cabinets in this modern kitchen design add a certain elegance to the space that stands out yet blends in at the same time. The kitchen layout consists of three main modules: the main element with the sink against the biggest wall, a kitchen island in the middle, and high cupboards against the second wall.

The bottom kitchen cabinets have an integrated handle, while the upper ones are push-to-open for a more minimal look. The kitchen cabinets are paired up with a beige marble stone that brings out the warm undertones in the off-white color.

  • Minimal off-white cabinets with an integrated handle
  • Minimal off-white cabinets with an integrated handle
  • Minimal off-white cabinets with an integrated handle

via Wrede

Antique white cabinets and a farmhouse sink for a traditional look

This beautiful antique white shaker kitchen has a classic look, with a white porcelain farmhouse sink standing out in the middle of the kitchen layout. The white marble countertops and the chrome hardware add a fresh touch to the color palette that matches perfectly with the other finishes in the room.

The walls are painted in an off-white that’s a few shades lighter than the antique white on the cabinets. The paint color has less warm undertones as well, which makes it stand out creating a wonderful play between the timeless paint colors. The white trim on the ceiling is relatively wide, to accentuate the ceiling height in this kitchen.

  • Antique white cabinets and a farmhouse sink for a traditional look
  • Antique white cabinets and a farmhouse sink for a traditional look
  • Antique white cabinets and a farmhouse sink for a traditional look
  • Antique white cabinets and a farmhouse sink for a traditional look

Photographed by Ozolappa, styled by Lingsell for Historiska Hem

A new kitchen module in off-white combined with a vintage white storage module

The off-white kitchen cabinet color combined with the warmth of the beige stone countertops and the white-soaped wood flooring adds a certain warmth to this setting that is contrasted by the round black dining table in the middle.

The crisp white color on the vintage kitchen cabinets on the other side really stands out against the warmer off-white colors on the modern kitchen element.

  • A new kitchen module in off-white combined with a vintage white storage module
  • A new kitchen module in off-white combined with a vintage white storage module
  • A new kitchen module in off-white combined with a vintage white storage module

via Stadshem

Antique white cabinets combined with beige limestone countertops

The off-white color on these modern and minimal shaker cabinets is the best choice in this turn-of-the-century space. The white walls in the space paired with the herringbone pattern in the wood floor make for an ideal setting for this beautiful kitchen with chrome hardware and beige stone countertops.

The floating shelf on the wall has the same color as the cabinets and the black accessories add a beautiful contrast against the subtle yet warm palette.

  • Off-white shaker kitchen, limestone countertop, hidden exhaust, stainless steel hardware, herringbone flooring
  • Off-white shaker kitchen, limestone countertop, hidden exhaust, stainless steel hardware, herringbone flooring
  • Off-white shaker kitchen, limestone countertop, hidden exhaust, stainless steel hardware, herringbone flooring
  • Off-white shaker kitchen, limestone countertop, hidden exhaust, stainless steel hardware, herringbone flooring

via Nordiska Kök

Off-white cabinets and concrete countertops

This kitchen with off-white cabinets has a mixture of minimalist and industrial styles, resulting from the concrete countertops, white tile backsplash, and the clean design of the cabinets. The stainless steel hood enhances the industrial design element, while the minimal cabinets and the slim floating shelf balance the style and add more minimalism.

  • Off-white cabinets and concrete countertops
  • Off-white cabinets and concrete countertops
  • Off-white cabinets and concrete countertops
  • Off-white cabinets and concrete countertops

via Entrance Makleri

Antique white kitchen cabinetry with impressive marble finishes

This classic kitchen with antique white cabinets has the most impressive marble countertops, backsplashes, and finishes for a combination of luxury and elegance. The off-white cabinets stand out against the white trim on the ceiling and offer a versatile background for the application of the custom details on the cabinet fronts.

  • Antique white kitchen cabinetry with impressive marble finishes
  • Antique white kitchen cabinetry with impressive marble finishes
  • Antique white kitchen cabinetry with impressive marble finishes
  • Antique white kitchen cabinetry with impressive marble finishes

via Himlekok

Minimal off-white cabinets and white marble countertops

I love the way these minimal cabinets in a cream color stand out against the fully tiled walls in this new kitchen with an angled wall. The white marble countertops and the chrome hardware add a trendy modern touch, while the chrome wall lamps tie the material palette together in a lovely way.

  • Minimal off-white cabinets and white marble countertops
  • Minimal off-white cabinets and white marble countertops
  • Minimal off-white cabinets and white marble countertops

via Stadshem

Antique white kitchen cabinets and black granite countertops

The combination of the cream-colored kitchen cabinets, combined with the black granite countertops, and the stainless steel appliances has a powerful effect in this turn-of-the-century kitchen space. The color palette stands out against the backdrop of the white walls and I love that the black counters come back in the black rugs on the hardwood floor.

  • Antique white kitchen cabinets and black granite countertops
  • Antique white kitchen cabinets and black granite countertops
  • Antique white kitchen cabinets and black granite countertops
  • Antique white kitchen cabinets and black granite countertops

via Alvhem

Cream kitchen cabinets combined with an impressive grey marble countertop

When you work with such a great slab of marble for your kitchen, you better pair it up with a toned-down kitchen cabinet both in terms of style and color. While the beautiful grey marble is the true focal point in this dream kitchen, the off-white cabinets set the stage paired up with the herringbone hardwood flooring.

  • Cream kitchen cabinets combined with an impressive grey marble countertop
  • Cream kitchen cabinets combined with an impressive grey marble countertop
  • Cream kitchen cabinets combined with an impressive grey marble countertop
  • Cream kitchen cabinets combined with an impressive grey marble countertop
  • Cream kitchen cabinets combined with an impressive grey marble countertop

via Nordiska Kök

Antique white kitchen cabinets and walls for a tone-on-tone look

The beautiful and versatile antique white paint color in this shaker kitchen is used on the cabinets, open shelving as well as on the kitchen walls. The white ceilings and the white marble counters stand out against this warm palette and I love that the high cupboards go up all the way to the ceiling.

  • Antique white kitchen cabinets and walls for a tone-on-tone look
  • Antique white kitchen cabinets and walls for a tone-on-tone look
  • Antique white kitchen cabinets and walls for a tone-on-tone look

Photography by Lisa Wikstrand, styling by Helen Sturesson for Kulladal

A modern kitchen design in an off-white color palette

The off-white paint color with a yellow undertone on every surface in this tone-on-tone kitchen design transforms this modern kitchen into an elegant corner that has a light appearance despite the lack of direct natural light coming in.

The brown pendant lighting above the kitchen stands out in a contrasting way and brings out the warm tones in the paint color.

  • A modern kitchen design in an off-white color palette
  • A modern kitchen design in an off-white color palette

via Stadshem

Antique white cabinets and a kitchen island

This spacious kitchen with windows on both sides features a corner layout with a spacious kitchen island in the middle. The antique white kitchen cabinets pair up nicely with the grey marble countertop and the soft hardwood flooring in the space.

  • Antique white cabinets and a kitchen island
  • Antique white cabinets and a kitchen island
  • Antique white cabinets and a kitchen island
  • Antique white cabinets and a kitchen island

via Nordiska Kök

Antique white cabinets and warm tones in a beautiful shaker kitchen

This beautiful and classy kitchen features cream-colored kitchen cabinets that add a warm tone to the bright white walls and white-soaped hardwood flooring in the space. The warm undertones are paired up with brass hardware and a wood countertop for an even warmer palette and the kitchen cabinet moldings and farmhouse-style hood in white adds a traditional touch to the shaker kitchen cabinets.

  • Antique white cabinets and warm tones in a beautiful shaker kitchen
  • Antique white cabinets and warm tones in a beautiful shaker kitchen
  • Antique white cabinets and warm tones in a beautiful shaker kitchen
  • Antique white cabinets and warm tones in a beautiful shaker kitchen

via Alvhem

Subtle off-white cabinets with a beige countertop

The subtle off-white cabinets paired up with the beige countertop, stainless steel hood and black accents work well in this awkward kitchen layout with bright white walls. The open space is used for the main kitchen module and a kitchen island with a breakfast bar, while the lower ceiling height area is used for high cupboards to provide the apartment with ample storage space.

  • Off-white kitchen cabinets with a beige stone countertop and chrome hardware
  • Off-white kitchen cabinets with a beige stone countertop and chrome hardware
  • Off-white kitchen cabinets with a beige stone countertop and chrome hardware
  • Off-white kitchen cabinets with a beige stone countertop and chrome hardware

Styled by Grey Deco, photographed by Jonas Berg for Stadshem

Off-white and antique white paint colors to try out

White Dove

Benjamin Moore White Dove

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All White

Farrow & Ball All White

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Wevet

Farrow & Ball Wevet

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Desolate

Benjamin Moore Desolate

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Oyster White

Sherwin Williams Oyster White

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Strong White

Farrow & Ball Strong White

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School House White

Farrow & Ball

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Sugar Cookie

Benjamin Moore Sugar Cookie

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Gypsum

Sherwin Williams Gypsum

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Pointing

Farrow & Ball Pointing

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Other beautiful kitchen cabinet color ideas

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12 Breakfast nook ideas for the modern interior

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01-06-2023

Breakfast nooks are a great addition to a kitchen big or small, allowing the room layout to become more cozy and inviting while offering more seating options in the interior at the same time.

Even though you can buy a ready-made breakfast nook set, I think the best solutions are the custom ones, where the kitchen is extended and naturally flows into the breakfast nook design. You can utilize an awkward area in your room layout with a custom bench and complete it with chairs for an integrated look.

A breakfast nook can be a great solution for a small space or studio apartment, as you could use it as your only dining spot. It can also be a perfect opportunity to create an additional dining area in a larger home.

Take a look at this inspiration in the list below to see how you can create a cozy and inviting breakfast nook for having your morning coffee or gathering around for dinner with friends.

A cozy breakfast nook in a turn-of-the-century apartment

The corner space in this turn-of-the-century apartment is the perfect place for integrating a breakfast nook as the rather awkward layout would be challenging to use for kitchen modules.

The beautiful white kitchen cabinets are extended into banquette seating against the wall and are complemented with a round stone table and two bentwood dining chairs that add contrast to the setting.

The niche space in between the two pillars is used for open shelving where beautiful accessories can be displayed. This shelving is a functional element in the space, however, it also contributes to separating the breakfast nook visually, distinguishing it from the rest of the kitchen layout.

  • A cozy breakfast nook in a turn-of-the-century apartment
  • A cozy breakfast nook in a turn-of-the-century apartment

Interior design and styling by Design Therapy photographed by Elisabeth Daly for Innerstadsspecialisten

A kitchen dining bench combined with dining chairs

Larger breakfast nooks with a long bench like in the case of this modern kitchen can be great for fitting more people or guests around the table. The lack of window treatments in this modern kitchen with dark cabinets allows for the daylight to flow into the breakfast nook, making it a prime spot for enjoying breaks and dinners.

A kitchen dining bench combined with dining chairs

 via Ask og Eng

A white breakfast nook personalized with a gallery wall

The white flooring and white walls in this breakfast nook are complemented by a small round white bistro table, a long white storage bench extending from the kitchen module, and a single dining chair.

The all-white setting is contrasted by a dark fabric bench pillow and brown and beige tones in the beautiful gallery wall in this cozy corner.

A white breakfast nook personalized with a gallery wall

styled by Lene Ronfeldt for Louis Poulsen

A dining table and dining bench in a kitchen breakfast nook by the window

The nook space in front of the window in this sage-green kitchen is formed by a long kitchen module at the end of the layout. The bench seating flows naturally from the kitchen layout, while a larger dining table combined with two black bentwood chairs allows 4 people to eat dinner here comfortably.

The sage green color on the kitchen cabinets comes back in the color palette of the throw pillows used to make the bench seating more comfortable. The fact that the breakfast nook portion of the room is painted white, makes the nook stand out against the kitchen in a lovely way.

  • A dining table and dining bench in a kitchen breakfast nook by the window
  • A dining table and dining bench in a kitchen breakfast nook by the window
  • A dining table and dining bench in a kitchen breakfast nook by the window

via Alvhem

A breakfast nook with a vintage dining table in a niche spot

A nook in this kitchen space between the fridge module and a walk-in pantry has been used as a breakfast nook with a vintage table and two dining chairs. The dining bench is attached to the wall and decorated with colorful pillows. The area underneath the bench has wood crates for storage, utilizing this cozy nook space optimally.

  • A breakfast nook with a vintage dining table in a niche spot
  • A breakfast nook with a vintage dining table in a niche spot

via Historiska Hem

A window breakfast nook with lots of textiles and a side table

While most breakfast nooks include a bistro or dining table, when the main functionality of your nook is having coffee in the morning, a bench with a mixture of beautiful pillows combined with a side table might be all you need.

The black-stained kitchen cabinets make an L-shape and go over into a seating bench that fits perfectly underneath the kitchen window. The bench is a combination of lower storage cabinets with sheepskins on top to make it cozy and comfortable.

  • A kitchen with black cabinets, subway tiles, integrated seating bench, light grey walls
  • A kitchen with black cabinets, subway tiles, integrated seating bench, light grey walls
  • A kitchen with black cabinets, subway tiles, integrated seating bench, light grey walls
  • A kitchen with black cabinets, subway tiles, integrated seating bench, light grey walls

Styled by Grey Deco, photographed by Henrik Linden for Alvhem

A leather bench combined with a dark wood table underneath a custom cabinet

Leather banquette seating combined with a custom-built storage solution forms the basis of this beautiful breakfast nook setting. The dark wood dining table combined with the Standard dining chairs designed by Jean Prouvé provide this classic dining setting with a modern touch.

A long dark-stained oak seating bench in a minimal breakfast nook setting

The entire kitchen corner behind the island and next to the window is used up for a large seating bench where you can easily add a side table or small bistro table to create a breakfast nook. You can also leave out the dining table altogether and create a perfect spot for having coffee in the morning.

The art print above the bench follows the beige and brown color palette present in the room and marks the breakfast nook in the kitchen layout.

  • A long dark-stained oak seating bench in a minimal breakfast nook setting
  • A long dark-stained oak seating bench in a minimal breakfast nook setting
  • A long dark-stained oak seating bench in a minimal breakfast nook setting

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

A modern farmhouse-style breakfast nook with a sage green shiplap wall

Even though this kitchen is quite narrow, and there isn’t a corner available, the narrow marble dining table and the narrow bench attached to the wall allow a beautiful farmhouse-style breakfast nook on a small surface. The two bentwood chairs complement the look nicely and match the style of the kitchen design.

The height at which the open shelf is placed allows for a spot to store kitchen things, without disturbing you while you use the bench seats. I think this wall shelf ties the room together and outlines the borders of the breakfast nook visually for a cozier room setting.

  • A modern farmhouse-style breakfast nook with a sage green shiplap wall
  • A modern farmhouse-style breakfast nook with a sage green shiplap wall
  • A modern farmhouse-style breakfast nook with a sage green shiplap wall

via Alvhem

An integrated breakfast nook in a Parisian apartment

The galley kitchen layout in this beautiful Parisian apartment designed by renowned architect Joseph Dirand includes tall storage cabinets going all the way up to the crown molding on the ceiling, which is met by custom fabric bench seating going towards the wall with the large balcony window.

The beautiful breakfast nook design is completed with a white round dining table with a marble foot and two wood dining chairs for extra seating. Just like the rest of the kitchen, the nook has beautiful grey limewash paint on the walls, which complements the style of the green fabric cushions in a perfect way.

  • An integrated breakfast nook in a Parisian apartment
  • An integrated breakfast nook in a Parisian apartment

by Joseph Dirand

A bench in between two storage cabinets creates a cozy nook

Since the kitchen space next to the built-in storage modules is rather narrow, the table is moved partially inside the nook space between the cabinets, and connected with a spacious seating bench. The narrow table is finished off with two beautiful lamps that add a finishing touch to the setting.

A breakfast nook inside a kitchen with light grey cabinets and a limestone countertop

photographed by Krister Engström, styled by Livindeco, sold via Kvarteret Mäkleri

Bentwood chairs and a bistro table paired with a window bench

A small bistro table and classic bentwood chairs are added next to a window seat for a cozy breakfast nook in this stylish light wood kitchen design.

A soft wood kitchen with a long wood peg rail over the counter, from deVOL kitchens

via DeVol kitchens

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15 Stainless steel kitchen cabinets ideas for a modern look

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30-05-2023

Whether you are planning an indoor or outdoor kitchen, stainless steel kitchens tend to stand the test of time both in quality and aesthetics. When you invest in a kitchen remodel, you want it to last at least a decade, making built quality a deciding factor.

For durability, hygiene, and functionality reasons, stainless steel cabinets are the perfect choice for a commercial kitchen or outdoor kitchen, which is where you can often find stainless steel cabinets integrated. They can be a lovely option for a residential kitchen as well and tend to add either a modern or industrial touch to your space, depending on the shapes and lines you pick out for the cabinet and countertop design.

Because they are so often used in industrial and commercial kitchen settings, they tend to give a modern, industrial impression to your space. This can easily be balanced out with a minimal cabinet shape, the addition of warm materials to the setting, or a selection of accessories to balance out the look.

Have a look at the stainless steel cabinet designs in the list below to get inspired for your kitchen remodel.

Stainless steel cabinets in combination with gold hardware, wallpaper, and white tiles

This beautiful Scandinavian kitchen design combines eye-catching wallpaper, stainless steel cabinets with brass hardware, and a large wall of white tiles. While the stainless steel cabinets determine the lion’s share of the aesthetic, the romantic elements add a whimsical touch that makes the design personal.

The white tiling in combination with the stainless steel cabinets provides the space with an industrial look, while the wallpaper, vintage school board, and the wooden open shelving above the kitchen counter add a romantic touch.

The shelves can be filled with a selection of beautiful kitchen accessories and the wine rack and the magnetic knife holder on the right side of the stainless steel hood create a commercial kitchen appearance.

  • A kitchen with stainless steel kitchen cabinets, wood open shelving, white tile backsplash, wallpaper accent wall
  • A kitchen with stainless steel kitchen cabinets, wood open shelving, white tile backsplash, wallpaper accent wall
  • A kitchen with stainless steel kitchen cabinets, wood open shelving, white tile backsplash, wallpaper accent wall
  • A kitchen with stainless steel kitchen cabinets, wood open shelving, white tile backsplash, wallpaper accent wall
  • A kitchen with stainless steel kitchen cabinets, wood open shelving, white tile backsplash, wallpaper accent wall

via Entrance Makleri

A stainless steel kitchen island combined with a dark oak cabinet design

Stainless steel elements can transform a kitchen design. I love the way the stainless steel kitchen island adds variety to the material palette of concrete, dark wood, and light hardwood flooring in this beautiful, modern interior.

The stainless steel drawers on the island match the hood cover above the stove for an elegant and cohesive look. The big size of the contrasting island provides ample worktop space if you have guests over that want to help cook.

I love the modern and minimal shapes in the cabinet design, combined with the rich palette of materials in the room.

  • A combination of dark wood kitchen cabinets with stainless steel drawers on the kitchen island
  • A combination of dark wood kitchen cabinets with stainless steel drawers on the kitchen island
  • A combination of dark wood kitchen cabinets with stainless steel drawers on the kitchen island

Styled by Sarah Widman, photographed by Andrea Papini for Nordiska Kök

A butcher-like kitchen aesthetic with stainless steel cabinets

This Swedish kitchen is the most industrial looking one on the list. The combination of the black metal glass partition wall, the white tiles with the black grout, and the black fridge create a butcher-like kitchen setting that still looks cozy and inviting at the same time.

The stainless steel cabinets are finished off with brass hardware, a stainless steel countertop, and a flexible faucet for an elegant, finished look.

The small vintage wood table in front of the window balances out the black and steel tones in the kitchen layout and adds a beautiful warm touch to the setting.

  • An industrial-style kitchen with stainless steel kitchen cabinets and a black metal glass partition
  • An industrial-style kitchen with stainless steel kitchen cabinets and a black metal glass partition

via Fantastic Frank

A stainless steel kitchen combined with an island on wheels for an industrial look

This modernized loft has exposed beams combined with a light hardwood floor that adds a soft residential finish to the space. To adhere to the industrial flair of the building, an industrial kitchen with stainless steel cabinets and a stainless steel kitchen island on wheels fills this spacious apartment with high ceilings.

While the main kitchen block contains stainless steel for the cabinets, backsplash, and countertop, this stainless steel look is complemented by high cupboards in a beige laminate on the other side of the room and a clean white cover for the hood above the stove that goes over into a floating shelf.

The stainless steel kitchen on wheels in the middle of the loft space provides an extra worktop, while also functioning as a kitchen breakfast bar at the same time.

  • A stainless kitchen combined with a stainless steel kitchen island on wheels
  • A stainless kitchen combined with a stainless steel kitchen island on wheels
  • A stainless kitchen combined with a stainless steel kitchen island on wheels

via Historiska Hem

Minimal stainless steel cabinets in a modern home

While the stainless steel cabinets are at the basis of this modern kitchen design, it’s the stainless steel countertop and backsplash paired up with a steel faucet that gives the kitchen its monotone look that contrasts beautifully with the hardwood flooring in this modern home.

The ceiling-high steel backsplash completes the look, yet it also makes sure to protect the wall while cooking.

The cabinet layout consists of a kitchen island that is surrounded by tall wall-to-wall cabinets on each side. From the sink, you have direct access to the stove, while the cabinet combination on the other side of the island can be used to store a variety of non-kitchen things as well, as they are part of the modern apartment design.

The sharp and minimal edges of the PLATE cabinets designed by Studio David Thulstrup make for a clean and elegant look inside of this warm and spacious loft.

  • A minimal loft kitchen with stainless steel kitchen cabinets
  • A minimal loft kitchen with stainless steel kitchen cabinets
  • A minimal loft kitchen with stainless steel kitchen cabinets
  • A minimal loft kitchen with stainless steel kitchen cabinets
  • A minimal loft kitchen with stainless steel kitchen cabinets

via Reform CPH

Double-door stainless steel cabinets in a wood setting

If a kitchen design with complete stainless steel cabinets is a bit too much for your taste, you can always go for partial cabinets in stainless steel combined with wood tones for a more balanced and natural look.

In the case of this spacious kitchen design, the kitchen island and main kitchen module are made out of oak cabinets, yet the two large double-door cupboards by the window are made out of stainless steel. This subtle steel touch adds a modern appearance to the mixture of wood tones.

  • A mixture of oak cabinets with stainless steel kitchen cabinets in a modern and spacious kitchen
  • A mixture of oak cabinets with stainless steel kitchen cabinets in a modern and spacious kitchen

via Kvanum

Stainless steel cabinets with integrated handles against soft grey walls

The cooking space in this industrial loft home has a slight commercial kitchen vibe, as the stainless steel cabinets are completed with a stainless steel countertop as well for extreme durability and a strong industrial look.

This robust aesthetic, however, is balanced out by an elegant white floating shelf on the top half of the kitchen wall that holds wine glasses and spices.

The walls are painted with a soft grey paint color that makes the steel cabinets and the white shelf stand out in a subtle way.

  • A loft home wiht a stainless steel kitchen against light grey walls, finished off with a white floaring shelf
  • A loft home wiht a stainless steel kitchen against light grey walls, finished off with a white floaring shelf

via Alexander White

Stainless steel kitchen cabinets stand out against a delicate interior with white walls

This beautiful and minimal modern kitchen design with brushed stainless steel cabinets is part of the business showroom of Danish jewelry designer Sophie Bille Brahe. The cabinets have integrated handles on the top for a minimal look that is finished off with a stainless steel countertop and faucet.

The minimal shapes of the rice paper pendants, the sculptural vase, and the organic artwork on the wall create a strong contrast with the clean, sharp lines of the minimal PLATE cabinets designed by Studio David Thulstrup.

A kitchen with stainless steel cbainets and stainless steel countertops for a minimal appearance

via Reform CPH

A modular stainless steel kitchen in a white turn-of-the-century apartment

The stainless steel kitchen cabinets in this impressive historic space are paired with a sculptural stainless steel chandelier above the dining table and black steel wire chairs around the table. The contrast between the steel and the elegant white historic details in this space is striking.

A striking contrast between a modular stainless steel kitchen and white historic elements in the building

via Fantastic Frank

Clean Steel paired with a subtle farmhouse softness

The clean and minimal design of the stainless steel kitchen cabinets stands in stark contrast against the white shiplap walls and the light wood flooring in this soft-looking space. The steel cabinets are paired with a stone countertop and a minimal faucet for an even more modern impression.

A clean and minimal stainless steel kitchen with a stone countertop against white shiplap walls

via Fastighetsbyran

Pair Stainless Steel Kitchen Cabinets with Other Natural Materials for a Softer Effect

This modern stainless steel kitchen features matt steel cabinets and a thin stainless steel countertop for a contemporary effect in this space with concrete flooring. The steel is paired with a lava stone stove hood and a natural wood kitchen island for a perfect mix of materials that contribute to making the kitchen look softer.

A modern kitchen with matt stainless steel cabinets and a steel countertop

via Nordiska Kök

Pair Different Cabinets together for an Interesting Look

If you have a big kitchen, designing it entirely with stainless steel cabinets can sometimes look too much like an outdoor kitchen. To avoid this, pair your steel cabinets with white cabinets as in the example below.

A combination of stainless steel and white kitchen cabinets in a kitchen with an exposed brick wall

via Alvhem

Sleek Steel Cabinets and Shelves for a Modern and Minimal Effect

This gorgeous modern kitchen design pairs sleek stainless steel cabinets with a stainless steel countertop and backsplash. To complete the steel look, floating shelves are applied to the wall above the kitchen sink.

A sleek and minimal stainless steel kitchen paired with steel floating shelves

Photographed by Henrik Nero for Picky Living

Balance out Stainless Steel Cabinets with a warm wood tone on top

This kitchen features both stainless steel cabinets and countertops for a fully metallic look. To add some warmth to the kitchen design, the owners added warm pine wood cabinets to the top. The combination of these different cabinet materials is strikingly unique.

A stainless steel kitchen paired with upper cabinets in a warm pine wood

via Stadshem

Stainless steel cabinets paired with a checkered floor for a retro look

The different patterns on the flooring and backsplash in this kitchen create a subtle retro look and feel. The smooth and shiny surface of the stainless steel cabinetry contrasts against these patterns, while the light blue ceiling corner adds a beautiful pop of color.

Stainless steel kitchen cabinets in a kitchen with a checkered floor and square tile backsplash for a retro look

Styled by Petra Yngfalk, photographed by Frederic Boukari for Historiska Hem

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25 Small kitchen ideas perfect for studio apartments

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21-05-2023

A small kitchen design is one of the key elements to consider when designing a small apartment and it’s most likely also the most challenging one. If you are not blessed with a large sociable space, however, you have no reason to fear, because a tiny kitchen can be just as amazing as a large one!

Below, I have listed the most inspiring small kitchen ideas offering different solutions for layout and planning depending on the type of space you have available in your studio apartment.

Storage opportunity is a key consideration for any kitchen design and it’s just as important as countertop space. Those two main functionalities are crucial elements to take into consideration in any kitchen design, yet you might want to pay extra attention when planning a kitchen on a tiny surface.

A tiny kitchen fitted in a small space

A niche or nook space in your apartment is great for fitting a small kitchen. This beautiful white kitchen with black countertops is finished off with white tiles on all the walls of the niche space, which is such a beautiful finish.

The textured walls create depth and add interest to awkward corners like his one. The open shelving on the wall ensures a lighter layout look, while a the same time offering extra storage spots.

  • A tiny white kitchen with black countertop, black hardware, black hood, white subway tiles with black grout, open shelving
  • A tiny white kitchen with black countertop, black hardware, black hood, white subway tiles with black grout, open shelving
  • A tiny white kitchen with black countertop, black hardware, black hood, white subway tiles with black grout, open shelving
  • A tiny white kitchen with black countertop, black hardware, black hood, white subway tiles with black grout, open shelving

via Historiska Hem

Work with open shelves for a light look

When you have many doors or windows to work with, you’re not left with a lot of wall space meaning you are in need of small space solutions, no matter how much square footage you have available. In this one-bedroom apartment, the kitchen module had to be fitted in between two doorways.

By using lower kitchen cabinets only and working with stainless steel open shelving on the top half, a light look was created that leaves this living and dining space feeling spacious.

  • A small kitchen fitted in between two doorways with light grey cabinets and stainless steel open shelving
  • A small kitchen fitted in between two doorways with light grey cabinets and stainless steel open shelving

via Innerstadsspecialisten

Create more counter space by wrapping the kitchen around a corner

Even though this kitchen is slightly larger and not exactly tiny, it does have easy-to-apply small kitchen ideas you want to keep in mind. By wrapping the kitchen layout around the corner, you provide more space for food preparation and for keeping appliances.

By selecting white cabinet fronts, countertops, and a white backsplash, the design will bounce light back into the room, creating the illusion of a bigger space. Since no upper cabinetry has been added to the layout, a light look is achieved for a larger space that is made cozy with the soft beige wall color on the walls.

  • A small white kitchen that wraps around the corner
  • A small white kitchen that wraps around the corner
  • A small white kitchen that wraps around the corner
  • A small white kitchen that wraps around the corner

Styled by Grey Deco, photographed by Anders Bergstedt for Alvhem

Extend your kitchen space into the hallway

Tighter spaces tend to benefit from custom-made solutions to maximize space and that’s exactly the approach you can see on display in this one-bedroom apartment.

By placing all cabinetry on one wall, more room is created for high cupboards that form a long row of storage that can be used for both kitchen and hallway purposes.

The all-white cabinets and countertops function as reflective surfaces for the daylight coming in, creating a bright kitchen that highlights the natural materials in the accessories, table, and flooring.

  • A white small kitchen with lots of storage extending into the hallway
  • A white small kitchen with lots of storage extending into the hallway
  • A white small kitchen with lots of storage extending into the hallway

via Historiska Hem

Interior designer trick: work with different materials

This little space underneath the roof has been used for a beautiful two-tone kitchen including the sink and stove. The walnut cabinet fronts are a focal point in the open space and are complemented with light grey upper cabinets for a light palette.

The larger cupboards on the other wall are placed next to the bedroom entry, optimizing the little space available in this attic home to the fullest.

  • A small two-tone kitchen with lots of storage space
  • A small two-tone kitchen with lots of storage space
  • A small two-tone kitchen with lots of storage space
  • A small two-tone kitchen with lots of storage space

Styled by Emma Fisher, photographed by Alen Cordic for Bjurfors 

A small kitchen fitted underneath a sloped ceiling

Attic spaces often require creative small kitchen ideas because not only do you have to overcome little space, but you also have a sloped ceiling to work underneath – such a challenge!

When designing a small kitchen underneath a sloped roof, you should always place higher cupboards where vertical space is available and place less used items in the more awkward spots.

This small kitchen is made in a light and natural color palette with grey countertops, which fits nicely with the rest of the space. I love the way the wooden spoons and the chopping board complement the light oak kitchen cabinets.

Styled by Nouvel Interior, photographed by Alen Cordic for Bjurfors

Work with lower and upper cabinets in a niche space

The floor space of this apartment has been used optimally by including the kitchen in the niche space. The niche is filled with both lower cabinets and wall cabinets for ample storage space.

Since the small kitchen fits inside the niche completely, a dining area with a small dining table and two chairs could be placed next to it, all in the same small space.

A small kitchen with grey cabinets fitted inside a niche spot

via Stadshem

A Tiny kitchen in a Small Space that used to be a Closet

This is one of those small kitchen ideas that prove you can build a cooking area in any small space available in your home. What used to be a closet has little to no floor space and an asymmetrical floor plan.

A tiny kitchen built inside what used to be a closet

Styled by Petra Yngfalk, photographed by Frederic Boukari for Historiska Hem

Optimize access to appliances in a small kitchen

This narrow galley kitchen makes use of the niche spot available to create more space for moving around freely, yet in addition to this, the oven module has been placed towards the other side for easy access.

Rather than working with just a long and narrow format for the layout, all sides are used for functionality. Like this, you can make a smaller space work for you in an optimal way.

  • A small white kitchen with white cabinets
  • A small white kitchen with white cabinets
  • A small white kitchen with white cabinets
  • A small white kitchen with white cabinets
  • A small white kitchen with white cabinets

Styled by Van Keppel, photographed by Ozollapa for Historiska Hem

Extend the counter space into your living area with a small kitchen island

Countertop space is often an issue with small kitchen ideas, as the sink and stovetop will already take up a large portion of your counters.

By expanding your kitchen planning into the entire room, you create just the right amount of countertop space combined with an extra seating area for dining as well.

The kitchen walls are covered completely with white tile, which reflects the natural light coming from the window beautifully in this narrow space.

  • A small kitchen with a kitchen island that extends into the living area, white cabinets, white tiles on the wall
  • A small kitchen with a kitchen island that extends into the living area, white cabinets, white tiles on the wall
  • A small kitchen with a kitchen island that extends into the living area, white cabinets, white tiles on the wall

via Unika Hem

Replace cabinet doors with a curtain for a light and playful look

The large window in this compact space takes up a lot of kitchen space, yet you can always use the window sill as a surface to save space in a small kitchen.

By replacing the doors of the lower cabinets with a green linen curtain, the look of this small kitchen design is lighter and more playful.

  • A studio apartment with an olive green accent wall
  • A studio apartment with an olive green accent wall

via Stadshem

Enlarge a small kitchen by using the corner of your living space

Have a niche space available that’s too small? You can always extend the kitchen out of the borders of the niche and create a dynamic room layout with smart storage that makes use of the available space.

By placing the small kitchen in the corner of the room, the room layout is intact, resulting in a very natural flow in the floor plan.

  • A small kitchen built inside a niche space with open shelving, white cabinets
  • A small kitchen built inside a niche space with open shelving, white cabinets
  • A small kitchen built inside a niche space with open shelving, white cabinets
  • A small kitchen built inside a niche space with open shelving, white cabinets

Styled by Grey Deco, photographed by Janne Olander for Stadshem

Use the small kitchen layout as a separator

A U-shaped kitchen is ideal for when you have an open floor plan. This layout also functions as a separator between functional areas and you can use tiling and an open shelf as extra elements to help visually distinguish the kitchen from the rest of the space.

A U-shaped layout can also maximize storage since there are quite a bit of lower cabinets involved and you even have the opportunity to transform the other side of the kitchen into a breakfast bar.

  • A white kitchen in a dark grey living space with black countertops and subway tiles backsplash
  • A white kitchen in a dark grey living space with black countertops and subway tiles backsplash
  • A white kitchen in a dark grey living space with black countertops and subway tiles backsplash

via Sjöman Frisk

Combine the use of vertical space with open shelving

When you have tall ceilings, it’s great to include tall cupboards that extend up to the ceiling for extra storage space just like in this bright white kitchen with black countertops.

The floating shelves don’t make the layout appear too heavy and they are great for storing cooking utensils, small appliances, and spice jars.

  • A small kitchen with white cabinets, black countertops, black hardware, stainless steel hood
  • A small kitchen with white cabinets, black countertops, black hardware, stainless steel hood
  • A small kitchen with white cabinets, black countertops, black hardware, stainless steel hood

via Historiska Hem

Let the kitchen design come back in the hallway storage space

This compact kitchen has been extended into the hallway area of the apartment to maximize space. The open-plan layout uses light grey cabinet fronts and countertops on both walls, as small spaces tend to work nicely in a neutral palette.

Note that this small kitchen is fitted with a small stove top for only two pots, ensuring more countertop space is available for other items.

  • A small kitchen with grey cabinets that extends into the hallway
  • A small kitchen with grey cabinets that extends into the hallway

via Historiska Hem

A small kitchen with a corner layout

Tiny kitchens tend to make use of any awkward space available and make the most out of it. In this case, this white kitchen has a corner layout to facilitate ample storage space on a small surface and spread over two walls.

The white cabinets paired with the white tiles on the backsplash and the white countertops make the kitchen space appear larger.

A tiny kitchen in a corner layout with white cabinets, a white countertop and a tile backsplash

Styled by Studio Rydman, photographed by Jocke Ono Studio, for sale via Historiska Hem

A niche space in the living room turned into a kitchen to maximize space

This white kitchen with black countertops fits perfectly within a living room niche space and features both upper and lower cabinets with a contrasting black countertop resulting in a modest yet contrasting look that matches the adjacent living room.

A white kitchen with a black countertop fits inside a niche space in the living room wall

styled by Grey Deco, photographed by Henrik Linden, for sale via Alvhem

A small kitchen inside of what used to be a walk-in-closet

This is probably the tiniest of the small kitchen ideas on this list as it includes just the essentials to be able to fit into the small niche space left where there used to be a walk-in closet I assume. The walls of the kitchen space are painted in the same wall color as the rest of. the studio apartment for a cohesive effect.

A grey studio home with a tiny kitchen that fits inside of a niche space in the wall

via Stadshem

A tiny grey kitchen fits inside a small walk-in closet

This is most likely the tiniest of the small kitchen ideas on this list, as this smart and functionality-packed solution fits inside of a small walk-in closet. The grey kitchen cabinets with gold hardware are arranged in a small corner layout, making use of both of the walls in this small area.

A tiny kitchen that fits inside a walk-in closet with light grey cabinets, gold hardware and a subway tile backsplash

The bottom cabinets are paired with open shelving on the top paired with an upper cabinet for a tiny oven. If you need to fit a kitchen in such a small space, you must pick out a small stovetop and a small sink just like in this example.

A tiny kitchen that fits inside a walk-in closet with light grey cabinets, gold hardware and a subway tile backsplash

Photographed by Mia Borgelin for Historiska Hem

A tiny light grey kitchen with open shelving above the doorway

This is one of those small kitchen ideas that truly is adjusted to the space. The high ceilings in this studio apartment are great for including tall cupboards that can provide the entire apartment with storage space and the open shelving above the doorway transforms the kitchen into a bookshelf as well.

The small dining space in front of the kitchen is great for eating dinner, yet it also provides the kitchen with extra workspace, as the countertop space is quite limited.

A tiny kitchen in a studio apartment with light grey kitchen cabinets, white marble countertops and a bookshelf built on top of the door

via Innerstadtspecialisten

A small kitchen fitted in a niche space underneath a sloped ceiling

To maximise space underneath the sloped ceiling in this attic apartment, the light grey kitchen cabinets are fitted inside of a niche space in the wall. The area under the sloped ceiling is great for open shelving to finish the layout of the upper section.

A small light grey kitchen fitted in a niche space of an attic apartment, with open shelving underneath the sloped ceiling

Styled by JosefssonLjung, for sale via Bjurfors

A tiny two-tone kitchen with two-tone walls

This is probably the tiniest of the small kitchen ideas on this list, with a two-tone color palette that resembles the wall paint as well. The upper cabinets are light grey, paired with glass front cabinets right below the ceiling.

The bottom cabinets are dark grey, with a butcher block countertop offering limited counter space in between the small sink and stovetop.

A tiny two-tone kitchen with butcher top countertops

via Picky Living

Make a Tiny Kitchen feel more Spacious with a Mirror

One of the tiniest small kitchen ideas on this list consists of a small cooktop and sink inside a niche space. To make the space feel less cramped, a mirror is applied above the countertop, allowing for natural light to be reflected, making the space feel larger.

A tiny kitchen with a mirror above the countertop making the space feel larger

via Alvhem

Use Ceiling Height like a True Interior Designer

This classic light grey kitchen fits in a small room with high ceilings and a large window lets in abundant natural light. The upper cabinets reach the ceiling to secure all possible storage space on this small surface. The classic stainless steel range hood adds a true focal point to this tiny cooking space.

A small classic grey kitchen with upper cabinets reaching the ceiling and a statement stainless steel range hood

Styled by Petra Yngfalk, photographed by Per Orchideén for Historiska Hem

Extend your Countertop over the Heater and use all available Space

This tiny kitchen uses high-end materials, which are even more impressive in such a small space. The countertop reaches over the heater element next to the window, allowing for more counter space on a surface where every inch counts.

A tiny kitchen with the countertop reaching over the heater element to extend counter space

via Sjöman Partners

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17 Shiplap backsplash ideas for a modern farmhouse kitchen look

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19-05-2023

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.

  • A modern farmhouse kitchen with a sloped roof and a shiplap backsplash
  • A modern farmhouse kitchen with a sloped roof and a shiplap backsplash
  • A modern farmhouse kitchen with a sloped roof and a shiplap backsplash
  • A modern farmhouse kitchen with a sloped roof and a shiplap backsplash
  • A modern farmhouse kitchen with a sloped roof and a shiplap backsplash
  • A modern farmhouse kitchen with a sloped roof and a shiplap backsplash

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.

  • A light grey kitchen with a white shiplap backsplash
  • A light grey kitchen with a white shiplap backsplash
  • A light grey kitchen with a white shiplap backsplash
  • A light grey kitchen with a white shiplap backsplash
  • A light grey kitchen with a white shiplap backsplash

via Entrance Makleri

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.

  • A sage green kitchen with a pink kitchen island and a sage green shiplap backsplash
  • A sage green kitchen with a pink kitchen island and a sage green shiplap backsplash
  • A sage green kitchen with a pink kitchen island and a sage green shiplap backsplash
  • A sage green kitchen with a pink kitchen island and a sage green shiplap backsplash

via Cupboards and Goods

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.

  • A sage green farmhouse kitchen with an off-white shiplap backsplash and green wallpaper
  • A sage green farmhouse kitchen with an off-white shiplap backsplash and green wallpaper
  • A sage green farmhouse kitchen with an off-white shiplap backsplash and green wallpaper

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.

  • A sage green farmhouse kitchen with a sage green shiplap backsplash
  • A sage green farmhouse kitchen with a sage green shiplap backsplash
  • A sage green farmhouse kitchen with a sage green shiplap backsplash
  • A sage green farmhouse kitchen with a sage green shiplap backsplash

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.

  • A yellow kitchen with shaker cabinets and an off-white shiplap backsplash
  • A yellow kitchen with shaker cabinets and an off-white shiplap backsplash
  • A yellow kitchen with shaker cabinets and an off-white shiplap backsplash

via Alvhem

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.

A sage green shiplap backsplash combined with white countertops and a white shiplap ceiling

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.

A farmhouse kitchen with sage green cabinets, white upper cabinets, white shiplap backsplash

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.

  • A sage green kitchen combined with off-white shiplap backsplash
  • A sage green kitchen combined with off-white shiplap backsplash

via Stadshem

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.

  • White shaker kitchen with a shiplap backsplash and sage green walls
  • White shaker kitchen with a shiplap backsplash and sage green walls
  • White shaker kitchen with a shiplap backsplash and sage green walls

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.

  • A green-grey kitchen with black countertops and a shiplap wall treatment
  • A green-grey kitchen with black countertops and a shiplap wall treatment
  • A green-grey kitchen with black countertops and a shiplap wall treatment
  • A green-grey kitchen with black countertops and a shiplap wall treatment

via Nordiska Kök

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.

  • A sage green kitchen with dark wood countertops and horizontal shiplap on the walls
  • A sage green kitchen with dark wood countertops and horizontal shiplap on the walls
  • A sage green kitchen with dark wood countertops and horizontal shiplap on the walls
  • A sage green kitchen with dark wood countertops and horizontal shiplap on the walls

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.

  • A white shaker kitchen with grey marble countertops and a white shiplap backsplash
  • A white shaker kitchen with grey marble countertops and a white shiplap backsplash
  • A white shaker kitchen with grey marble countertops and a white shiplap backsplash

via Entrance Makleri

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.

  • A white and sage kitchen with a shiplap backsplash
  • A white and sage kitchen with a shiplap backsplash
  • A white and sage kitchen with a shiplap backsplash

via Alvhem

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.

  • A sage green farmhouse kitchen with open shelving and a shiplap backsplash
  • A sage green farmhouse kitchen with open shelving and a shiplap backsplash
  • A sage green farmhouse kitchen with open shelving and a shiplap backsplash

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.

  • A green kitchen finished off with an off-white shiplap backsplash and stainless steel appliances
  • A green kitchen finished off with an off-white shiplap backsplash and stainless steel appliances
  • A green kitchen finished off with an off-white shiplap backsplash and stainless steel appliances
  • A green kitchen finished off with an off-white shiplap backsplash and stainless steel appliances

via Alvhem

A Yellow Farmhouse Kitchen with a Beige Shiplap kitchen backsplash

The light yellow kitchen cabinets in this beautiful farmhouse kitchen are paired with a beige stone countertop and a beige shiplap backsplash that complements the color palette. The black lamps and appliances add a beautiful touch of contrast to the setting.

A yellow farmhouse kitchen is enhanced with a beige shiplap backsplash that complements the color palette perfectly

Home of Hannes Mauritzson, via Entrance Makleri

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11 Pink kitchen ideas for a bold yet stylish look

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17-05-2023

Pink is quite a daring choice for a kitchen, yet it can be so stylish at the same time. You can go for a classic or modern look in this color and below I have compiled a list of the pink kitchen designs that I find most inspiring.

Not entirely sure such a bold choice like painting your kitchen pink is the right fit for you? Go for pink walls like in the last example, or add detail like a pink toaster, a pink fridge, or other pink appliances for a more subtle effect.

Dusty pink kitchen cabinets combined with white marble countertops

The pink hue on these beautiful shaker cabinets goes in the direction of a grey shade, which makes it much more subtle. By finishing off the pink kitchen with a white marble countertop, chrome hardware, white walls, and a stainless steel hood the effect is modern yet elegant at the same time.

Additionally, by using wall colors of multiple spaces, an unexpected pop of blue joins the beautiful color palette, which is a real focal point when looking into the hallway from the pink kitchen.

  • A dusty pink kitchen with white marble countertops and chrome hardware
  • A dusty pink kitchen with white marble countertops and chrome hardware
  • A dusty pink kitchen with white marble countertops and chrome hardware

via Entrance Makleri, home belongs to Sara Margaretah

Continue the Pink Palette on the walls and other Kitchen Elements

This bold kitchen with pink cabinetry has a cozy window seat with integrated storage. The walls are painted in a pink tone that’s a few shades lighter for a bold effect. By pairing the pink with burgundy and green elements, a unique color palette is achieved in the space.

Pink cabinets paired with pink walls and a window seat

Photographed by Walti Hösli for Entrance Makleri

A pastel kitchen with modern pink cabinets

This cheery kitchen in pastel pink has been fitted on both sides of a rather narrow space, making the pink tone stand out even more. The pastel pink combines nicely with the gold faucet and the grey herringbone tiling in the space and the wood borders finish the look off nicely.

  • A pastel pink kitchen with grey herringbone tiles on the floor
  • A pastel pink kitchen with grey herringbone tiles on the floor
  • A pastel pink kitchen with grey herringbone tiles on the floor
  • A pastel pink kitchen with grey herringbone tiles on the floor

via Reform

A pink kitchen with shaker cabinets and a pink wall

In addition to the pink shaker cabinets in this beautiful space, the grey walls above the sink are paired up with pink walls for an impressive effect.

Just a hint of dark red in the linen tablecloth on the beautiful round dining table, on the door frame, and in the wall lamp adds variation and texture to the color pink that takes up almost the entire kitchen.

  • A pink shaker kitchen combined with dark red details and grey walls
  • A pink shaker kitchen combined with dark red details and grey walls
  • A pink shaker kitchen combined with dark red details and grey walls
  • A pink shaker kitchen combined with dark red details and grey walls
  • A pink shaker kitchen combined with dark red details and grey walls
  • A pink shaker kitchen combined with dark red details and grey walls

via Historiska Hem

A blush pink kitchen with a pink terrazzo countertop and stainless steel kitchen island

The interior designer of this beautiful modern kitchen went for an all-pink kitchen look that is contrasted by a modern stainless steel kitchen island.

The pink terrazzo countertops and pink backsplash finish the look off nicely and the same pattern of pink terrazzo also comes back in the module with the seating bench for an integrated look.

  • A pink kitchen with pink terrazzo countertops and a stainless steel kitchen island
  • A pink kitchen with pink terrazzo countertops and a stainless steel kitchen island
  • A pink kitchen with pink terrazzo countertops
  • A pink kitchen with pink terrazzo countertops

via Himlekok

Pink kitchen in shaker style

While pink kitchens can be bold and loud in their design, they can also be classy and elegant like in the example below. By combining the pink tones on the cabinets with white paint inside the glass cabinet, dark wood on the kitchen island, and a few bright colors in the accessories, a one-of-a-kind look is created.

  • A pink kitchen with shaker-style cabinets
  • A pink kitchen with shaker-style cabinets
  • A pink kitchen with shaker-style cabinets
  • A pink kitchen with shaker-style cabinets
  • A pink kitchen with shaker-style cabinets

via Artilleriet kitchen studio

Black and pink cabinetry combined with a peach tone on the walls

The pink fridge and oven module in this kitchen stands out against the black kitchen cabinets in the main kitchen design. This interesting combination has been finished off with a peach wall color and a black marble dining table and chairs.

The brass faucet and hardware, which come back in the gold accessories as a centerpiece on the dining room table create extra elegance in this beautiful space.

  • A black and pink kitchen with peachy walls
  • A black and pink kitchen with peachy walls
  • A black and pink kitchen with peachy walls

via Skeppsholmen

Pair Dusty Pink Cabinets with Dark Butcherblock Countertops

These classic shaker kitchen cabinets have a dusty pink color, which pairs beautifully with the vertical beige-brown tiling on the backsplash and the dark butcher block countertops. The stainless steel faucet and the black hardware finish the kitchen design off perfectly.

A dusty pink kitchen paired with beige-brown vertical tiling on the backsplash and dark butcher block countertops

via Stadshem

Pink cabinets combined with a blue countertop

The pastel pink kitchen cabinets in this modern space are paired up with a blue countertop. This is a clever way of adding colors to your space without them being too overpowering as the rest of the room has been painted in a neutral tone.

  • A pastel pink kitchen combined with a bright blue countertop
  • A pastel pink kitchen combined with a bright blue countertop
  • A pastel pink kitchen combined with a bright blue countertop

via Reform

A pink accent wall and pink shelving complement a black kitchen design

While the main part of this kitchen is based around the classic black kitchen cabinetry, it’s the pink wall that makes the design stand out. The pink color has also been used on custom open shelving above the dining table, which integrates with the walls perfectly.

  • A black kitchen with a pink accent wall
  • A black kitchen with a pink accent wall
  • A black kitchen with a pink accent wall
  • A black kitchen with a pink accent wall
  • A black kitchen with a pink accent wall

via Historiska Hem, first seen on Bolig Magasinet

A pale pink kitchen with a classy look

The shade of pink used in this kitchen is very subtle and could be defined as a warm beige with red undertones as well, depending on the light and from which direction you look at it.

The classic shape of the cabinetry combined with the subtle color sets the white walls and white ceiling apart and makes the black lamps stand out in a nice way.

  • A soft pink kitchen with a classy look, with white walls, white ceilings and black accent ligting
  • A soft pink kitchen with a classy look, with white walls, white ceilings and black accent ligting
  • A soft pink kitchen with a classy look, with white walls, white ceilings and black accent ligting
  • A soft pink kitchen with a classy look, with white walls, white ceilings and black accent ligting
  • A soft pink kitchen with a classy look, with white walls, white ceilings and black accent ligting

Styled by Hannah Heyman and Pernilla Sciarrati, photographed by Anders Bergstedt for Alvhem

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Light grey kitchen cabinets: 15 modern examples

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09-05-2023

Grey is a perfect color choice for your kitchen cabinets. Whether you go for dark gray cabinets or light grey kitchen cabinets, you will achieve a timeless look that is similar to a white kitchen, yet the darker tone on the cabinets will add a bit more depth to the color palette of your space than white cabinets can.

Light gray kitchen cabinets tend to work nicely with a contrasting worktop, or white marble countertops for a more subtle look. Finish the look off with brass, black, or chrome hardware to push the look more toward a warm, contrasting, or modern direction.

Below you can find a selection of my favorite grey kitchen cabinet ideas with a modern look. Some of the examples use affordable Ikea Veddinge fronts, meaning some of these beautiful grey kitchens don’t even have to break the bank.

Subtle shaker cabinets with modern black accents

The light grey color on these subtle shaker cabinets works so well in this space with off-white walls and a mixture of natural wood tones in the flooring and the dining section.

The white marble countertops, black wall lamp, and black faucet add a lovely contrast to this setting, while the stainless steel hood and chrome hardware add a modern touch.

  • A grey shaker kitchen with off-white walls, a black wall lamp, stainless steel appliances and a wood dining table
  • A grey shaker kitchen with off-white walls, a black wall lamp, black faucet and white marble countertops
  • A grey shaker kitchen with off-white walls, a black wall lamp, stainless steel appliances and a wood dining table
  • A grey shaker kitchen with off-white walls, a black wall lamp, black faucet and white marble countertops

via Alvhem

Modern light gray cabinets with black marble countertops

This modern kitchen has light gray cabinets with a cool undertone that pairs up so nicely with the impressive black marble countertops and backsplash. The material of the cabinets is brought back in the form of a wall shelf as well, which functions as the perfect trim for the black backsplash at the same time.

The black faucet adds the finishing touch and makes the whole space feel more modern.

A kitchen with light grey kitchen cabinets, a black marble countertop, black marble backsplash and a black faucet

 Project by the office group by the hand of renowned Norm Architects

A combination of light and dark grey kitchen cabinets with a gray kitchen island

This kitchen combines a multitude of storage opportunities built into the apartment walls. The kitchen remodel was made interesting by combining two different tones of grey on the cabinets of the main kitchen model and that of the high storage cupboards.

The walls of the kitchen space have been finished with white tile from top to bottom and the kitchen island with the wooden bar stools separates the kitchen section from the rest of the open-plan apartment.

  • A spacious kitchen with light grey kitchen cabinets, a kitchen island, grey floorboards, white tile backsplash and white marble countertops
  • A spacious kitchen with light grey kitchen cabinets, a kitchen island, grey floorboards, white tile backsplash and white marble countertops
  • A spacious kitchen with light grey kitchen cabinets, a kitchen island, grey floorboards, white tile backsplash and white marble countertops
  • A spacious kitchen with light grey kitchen cabinets, a kitchen island, grey floorboards, white tile backsplash and white marble countertops
  • A spacious kitchen with light grey kitchen cabinets, a kitchen island, grey floorboards, white tile backsplash and white marble countertops
  • A spacious kitchen with light grey kitchen cabinets, a kitchen island, grey floorboards, white tile backsplash and white marble countertops
  • A spacious kitchen with light grey kitchen cabinets, a kitchen island, grey floorboards, white tile backsplash and white marble countertops

via Historiska Hem

Light gray cabinets combined with a brown limestone countertop

This beautiful kitchen design features neutral light gray cabinets in combination with brown limestone countertops that add a warm tone to the setting.

The stainless steel appliances work so nicely in combination with the rest of the neutral color palette, while the black cabinet hardware adds a welcome touch of contrast to make the look interesting.

  • A minimal light grey kitchen with warm limestone countertops, stainless steel appliances, black hardware
  • A minimal light grey kitchen with warm limestone countertops, stainless steel appliances, black hardware
  • A minimal light grey kitchen with warm limestone countertops, stainless steel appliances, black hardware

via Entrance Makleri

Light gray shaker cabinets with grey marble countertops

This majestic shaker kitchen with crown molding wrapped around the upper glass cabinet doors has a very classic look with a few modern elements mixed in.

While the shaker cabinets themselves have a classic look, because an under-mount sink was selected rather than a farmhouse sink and modern materials like chrome and brass are added, it has a modern look and feel to it as well.

A classic shaker kitchen with light grey cabinets, grey marble countertops and gold cabinet hardware

via Alvhem

Light gray kitchen cabinets enhanced with gold hardware

The subtle light grey cabinets in this kitchen are combined with white marble countertops and finished off with gold hardware on the cabinets and in the wall shelf brackets for an elegant effect.

Light gray kitchen cabinets tend to stand out against white walls in a subtle way when combined with white countertops, which makes this a perfect material combination for a subtle yet elegant kitchen look.

  • A light grey shaker kitchen with white marble countertops and gold hardware
  • A light grey shaker kitchen with white marble countertops and gold hardware
  • A light grey shaker kitchen with white marble countertops and gold hardware

via Alvhem

Minimal light grey cabinets with a white subway tile backsplash

This beautiful kitchen features Ikea Veddinge cabinet fronts, which are very affordable, yet the minimal and modern look has an expensive effect on the space.

The walls are finished off with a white subway tile backsplash and gold hardware for a clean yet elegant effect that brings out the subtle gray cabinets, while the stainless steel appliances add another material to the gray palette for an interesting effect in the interior design.

A minimal kitchen with light grey kitchen cabinets, gold hardware, white subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances

via Alvhem

Light grey shaker cabinets in a kitchen with white floors and white walls

The classic kitchen has very light gray kitchen cabinets that are almost white, yet they stand out in such a subtle way against the white walls, white ceiling, and white floor in this interior.

The open shelving on the wall has the same color as the grey shaker cabinets a stainless steel countertop combined with a white marble countertop makes the kitchen design unique.

  • a classic kitchen with light grey kitchen cabinets, stainless steel hardware, white floors
  • a classic kitchen with light grey kitchen cabinets, stainless steel hardware, white floors

via Alvhem

Blue tones and brass hardware spruce up the light gray cabinets

The material and color palette with which you finish off your grey kitchen cabinets defines the visual interest of the interior design of your kitchen. The brass details and the blue Series 7 chairs take up all the attention in this otherwise modest kitchen design with flat panel cabinets.

  • A minimal kitchen with light grey cabinets, gold hardware and blue accent dining chairs
  • A minimal kitchen with light grey cabinets, gold hardware and blue accent dining chairs
  • A minimal kitchen with light grey cabinets, gold hardware and blue accent dining chairs

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

Minimal light grey cabinets for a modern kitchen look

In this minimal kitchen, the Ikea Vedding fronts are finished off with a warm limestone countertop, black hardware, a black hood, and a stainless steel faucet for a modern, contrasting effect.

The small white shelf on the wall with the little horse print above it finishes off the look nicely and adds a personal touch.

  • A modern kitchen with light grey kitchen cabinets, a warm limestone countertop and black hardware, black hood
  • A modern kitchen with light grey kitchen cabinets, a warm limestone countertop and black hardware, black hood
  • A modern kitchen with light grey kitchen cabinets, a warm limestone countertop and black hardware, black hood

via Entrance Makleri

A classy kitchen with gray cabinets and gold hardware

The beautiful light grey shaker cabinets with the white tile backsplash and the grey marble countertops fit perfectly with the turn-of-the-century details in this gorgeous interior.

The gold hardware complements the ornate detailing in the historic fireplace and the kitchen island fits perfectly in this spacious kitchen with a light wood floor.

  • A shaker kitchen with light grey kitchen cabinets, tile backsplash, gold hardware
  • A shaker kitchen with light grey kitchen cabinets, tile backsplash, gold hardware

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

A traditional light grey kitchen combined with warm wood tones

While a grey palette can sometimes look a little cold or too neutral in a space, when combined with a variety of warm wood tones like in this spacious kitchen, these versatile colors together can result in a stylish kitchen look.

  • A kitchen with light gray walls, gray kitchen cabinets, stainless steel appliances and a oak dining table and chairs
  • A kitchen with light gray walls, gray kitchen cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and wood open shelving
  • A kitchen with light gray walls, gray kitchen cabinets and wood open shelving

via Alvhem

Warm gray cabinets against gray walls for a soft effect

The warm grey cabinets in this kitchen blend into the warm grey wall color on the walls, which is matched up by a warm limestone countertop to finish off the look.

The white plank floors work well with the variety of warm grey shades and the kitchen decor transforms this space into a stylish and inviting interior.

  • A modern kitchen with light grey kitchen cabinets, a grey wall, white floors and a warm limestone countertop
  • A modern kitchen with light grey kitchen cabinets, a grey wall, white floors and a warm limestone countertop

Styled by JosefssonLjung Interiör AB, photographed by Alen Cordic for Bjurfors

Minimal light grey kitchen cabinets and brass hardware for a modern style

The white subway tile backsplash and the gold hardware finish off this minimal light grey kitchen in an elegant and subtle way, without sacrificing the modern look and feel brought on by the flat panel cabinets with white countertops.

  • A modern kitchen with light grey kitchen cabinets, white subway tile backsplash, gold hardware and flat panel cabinets
  • A modern kitchen with light grey kitchen cabinets, white subway tile backsplash, gold hardware and flat panel cabinets
  • A modern kitchen with light grey kitchen cabinets, white subway tile backsplash, gold hardware and flat panel cabinets

Styled by Grey Deco, photographed by Anders Bergstedt for Stadshem

A balance between soft beige walls and grey cabinetry

The grey shaker cabinets in this gorgeous kitchen have a subtle cool undertone, which complements the soft beige wall color above the kitchen counter nicely.

The white marble countertops are paired with a small marble backsplash and the stainless steel appliances and the light wood floor add a modern style element to the kitchen design.

A light grey shaker kitchen with a soft beige wall, white trim, white marble countertops, stainless steel appliances and a light wood floor

Styled by Martina Mattsson, photographed by Krister Engström, via Kvarteret Makleri

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26 Kitchens with white oak cabinets

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28-04-2023

Light or white oak cabinets are timeless and neutral in design, yet a great alternative for plain white cabinets when you want that little extra without going too bold. Natural or white oak gives a kitchen a subtle warm look that has a sophisticated appearance that can be varied by combining it with different materials for the counter, walls, and backsplash. Since oak is one of the most durable woods, you don’t have to worry about your kitchen being timeless in both quality and design.

Depending on the grain patterns visible in the white oak cabinetry, the oak wood can be modest or more intricate in design. Below you can find my selection of the most inspiring kitchens with white oak cabinets.

White oak kitchen cabinets for a light look with black accents

The white oak kitchen cabinets add a minimal and Nordic vibe to this kitchen design that is centered around the long kitchen island in the middle of the space. The beige limestone countertops and backsplash complement the white-pigmented solid oak cabinets perfectly, while the black accessories and pendant lamps add a lovely touch of contrast.

The white oak comes back in the bar stools underneath the kitchen island as well, which makes them blend in with the kitchen design.

  • White oak kitchen cabinets, kitchen island, black pendants, chrome faucet
  • White oak kitchen cabinets, kitchen island, black pendants, chrome faucet
  • White oak kitchen cabinets, kitchen island, black pendants, chrome faucet

via Himlekök

Natural oak kitchen cabinets against a greige wall

The natural oak cabinets in combination with the greige wall color and the beige limestone countertops in this kitchen generate a very warm palette that looks so cozy and inviting.

The black pendant lights and the black open shelving on the wall add a lovely point of contrast and the hood has been wrapped in a cabinet that has the same color as the wall.

  • Natural oak wood kitchen cabinets against a greige wall, beige limestone countertops, black wall shelf, black pendant lights, chrome hardware
  • Natural oak wood kitchen cabinets against a greige wall, beige limestone countertops, black wall shelf, black pendant lights, chrome hardware
  • Natural oak wood kitchen cabinets against a greige wall, beige limestone countertops, black wall shelf, black pendant lights, chrome hardware
  • Natural oak wood kitchen cabinets against a greige wall, beige limestone countertops, black wall shelf, black pendant lights, chrome hardware

via Innerstadtspecialisten

Lighten up Original Elements with White-Soaped oak cabinets

In this modern apartment with white walls and white flooring, the original double interior door made out of dark wood stands out powerfully. To contrast this historic element, the contemporary kitchen is built with white oak cabinet doors and a beige stone countertop and backsplash, which achieves a bright yet contrasting aesthetic.

  • A modern kitchen with white-soaped oak kitchen cabinets and a beige stone countertop that contrasts a dark wood original double door
  • A modern kitchen with white-soaped oak kitchen cabinets and a beige stone countertop

via Fantastic Frank

Eye-catching marble tiles and natural oak cabinets

The cool grey and green tones in the marble backsplash and the industrial look of the stainless steel countertops in this kitchen are balanced out perfectly by the use of natural oak cabinets that add such a warm effect to the otherwise cool materials used in this kitchen.

  • Natural oak kitchen cabinets combined with a grey-green marble backsplash, stainless steel countertops, kitchen island
  • Natural oak kitchen cabinets combined with a grey-green marble backsplash, stainless steel countertops, kitchen island
  • Natural oak kitchen cabinets combined with a grey-green marble backsplash, stainless steel countertops, kitchen island

via Alvhem

A modern kitchen with tick marble countertops and white oak cabinets

Even though the tick marble countertops on the kitchen island are the main focal point in this contemporary kitchen design, it’s the white oak flooring combined with the natural oak on the kitchen cabinets that add all the warmth to the space.

The white oak dining chairs complement the look perfectly and the brass details in the lamp add an elegant touch. The oak is complemented with white cabinets for extra storage that doesn’t take up a prominent space visually.

  • White oak kitchen cabinets, tick white marble countertops, white cupboards
  • White oak kitchen cabinets, tick white marble countertops, white cupboards
  • White oak kitchen cabinets, tick white marble countertops, white cupboards
  • White oak kitchen cabinets, tick white marble countertops, white cupboards

via Nordiska Kök

Combine your Kitchen Cabinets with Different Wood Tones for More Depth

While the light oak cabinets are the perfect wood choice for this beautiful kitchen, the power of this look lies in pairing the cabinets with a variety of different wood tones. The marble on the countertop and the white and grey tones add a cooler tone to the setting.

A light oak kitchen paired with different wood species in the furniture for an interesting look

via Historiska Hem

Flat panel cabinets with an integrated handle and brown marble countertops

The visible grain on these beautiful cabinets goes vertically, while the grains in the intricate marble pattern is going diagonally for a playful and sophisticated effect in this kitchen design.

  • Natural oak kitchen cabinets, visible grain, marble countertops and backsplash
  • Natural oak kitchen cabinets, visible grain, marble countertops and backsplash

via Stadshem

Flat panel cabinets in natural oak wood

The white oak cabinets in this kitchen design have integrated metal ridges on the handles, which function as protectors and design elements at the same time. This elegant detail elevates the design of this simple white oak kitchen and I love that the white oak comes back in the form of a wall shelf as well.

  • Natural oak kitchen cabinets and wall shelf, stainless steel faucet
  • Natural oak kitchen cabinets and wall shelf, stainless steel faucet

 Profile kitchen by Reform

Subtle shaker cabinets in light oak combined with limestone on the countertops

The slight ridge on the side of these white oak cabinets gives the kitchen a shaker look that is still minimal and modern. The limestone countertops add a cooler touch to the warm tones in the white oak and the chrome faucets and hardware finish the look off nicely.

  • Natural oak kitchen cabinets, kitchen island, limestone countertops, chrome hardware
  • Natural oak kitchen cabinets, kitchen island, limestone countertops, chrome hardware
  • Natural oak kitchen cabinets, kitchen island, limestone countertops, chrome hardware
  • Natural oak kitchen cabinets, kitchen island, limestone countertops, chrome hardware
  • Natural oak kitchen cabinets, kitchen island, limestone countertops, chrome hardware
  • Natural oak kitchen cabinets, kitchen island, limestone countertops, chrome hardware

via Stadshem

Light wood cabinets combined with an impressive green-grey marble backsplash

The oak used in the cabinets and the kitchen island complements the beautiful grey-green marble countertops and impressive backsplash above the sink so perfectly. The integrated handles in the cabinets give the design a minimal expression, which has been decorated with black accent pieces to complement the glass partition between the kitchen and the bedroom.

  • A black metal glass partition in between the bedroom and a kitchen with wood cabinet fronts and grey marble countertops
  • A black metal glass partition in between the bedroom and a kitchen with wood cabinet fronts and grey marble countertops

via Alvhem

Custom cabinetry in light oak in an architect’s home

The oak wood used in the custom cabinetry for this kitchen is used on the open shelving as well, giving the kitchen a very warm and rich expression. The marble kitchen island and the concrete flooring complement the white oak perfectly while the chrome hardware adds a contemporary touch.

The kitchen island includes an undermount sink and has marble on all sides, making the contrast between the different materials even more apparent.

  • An oak an grey quartzite kitchen in a modern villa in Sweden
  • An oak an grey quartzite kitchen in a modern villa in Sweden
  • An oak an grey quartzite kitchen in a modern villa in Sweden
  • An oak an grey quartzite kitchen in a modern villa in Sweden

via Nordiska Kök

Minimal white oak cabinets with an integrated handle in an attic studio home

The white oak cabinets in this loft kitchen are combined with grey marble countertops and a beautiful black faucet above a small undermount sink to finish things off. The rift-sawn wood grain makes the design even more subtle. When you rift cut white oak, the grains are still visible, yet very subtle for a soft and smooth effect.

  • Attic loft home with a kitchen with white oak cabinets, grey limestone countertops, black faucet
  • Attic loft home with a kitchen with white oak cabinets, grey limestone countertops, black faucet
  • Attic loft home with a kitchen with white oak cabinets, grey limestone countertops, black faucet
  • Attic loft home with a kitchen with white oak cabinets, grey limestone countertops, black faucet

Photographed by Mike Karlsson Lundgren for Nordiska Kök

White oak kitchen cabinets centered around a Viola marble backsplash

The eye-catcher in this beautiful kitchen is definitely the big slap of Viola marble on the backsplash and countertops. The oak cabinets however balance out the intricate details in the marble so nicely, giving the kitchen design a warm and soft look.

Natural oak kitchen cabinets combined with a Viola marble backsplash, black faucet

Designed by Norm Architects for the office group

White oak cabinets with black hardware and a tile backsplash

The subtle grain in the white oak cabinet fronts and countertops in this kitchen are contrasted by black hardware, a black faucet, and a black String shelf on the wall. The black pendant light makes an elegant appearance above the counter, while the tile backsplash gives the kitchen design an industrial touch.

White oak kitchen cabinets, black hardware, black wall shelf, tile backsplash

via Stadshem

White oak cabinets combined with black elements for a rich and contrasting look

The white oak combined with the black modules in this beautiful kitchen is something I have never seen before. Both the countertops and backsplash as well as the upper part of the lower cabinets fronts are made out of black stained wood, which adds a beautiful contrast to the design.

The upper cabinets have a separate module for glasses that can be lowered from the backside, which is a perfect way to utilize the back of the cabinets where everything gets lost.

  • White oak kitchen cabinets combined with a black backsplash, black countertops and vertical drawers
  • White oak kitchen cabinets combined with a black backsplash, black countertops and vertical drawers
  • White oak kitchen cabinets combined with a black backsplash, black countertops and vertical drawers
  • White oak kitchen cabinets combined with a black backsplash, black countertops and vertical drawers

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

White oak kitchen cabinets underneath a sloped roof

The white oak cabinetry is custom-fitted perfectly underneath the sloped roof in this attic apartment. The white oak complements the hardwood flooring perfectly and stands out against the white walls and ceilings.

The limestone countertops and chrome faucet give this small kitchen a contemporary look.

  • White oak kitchen cabinets underneath a sloped roof, limestone countertops, chrome faucet
  • White oak kitchen cabinets underneath a sloped roof, limestone countertops, chrome faucet
  • White oak kitchen cabinets underneath a sloped roof, limestone countertops, chrome faucet

Styled by Nouvel Interior, photographed by Alen Cordic for Bjurfors

A minimal design in white oak on all surfaces

The straight grain pattern on these minimal white oak cabinets is used on the sides and as a countertop as well, for a toned-down yet elegant effect that warms up the white walls.

White oak kitchen cabinets and countertops

Styling by Sundling & Kickén, photographed by Fanny Hanssons for Nordiska Kök

Natural oak cabinets combined with white upper modules

Two-tone kitchens tend to add interest to the interior design of a space. The white cabinets on the upper part of the layout of this kitchen add a certain lightness to the look, while the white countertops and the glossy white backsplash contrast with the natural grain patterns in the oak cabinets.

  • Natural oak kitchen cabinets combined with a kitchen island, white countertops, white upper cabinets
  • Natural oak kitchen cabinets combined with a kitchen island, white countertops, white upper cabinets
  • Natural oak kitchen cabinets combined with a kitchen island, white countertops, white upper cabinets

Styling and design by Vibeke Husebye, photography by Elisabeth Heier

Rift-cut white oak cabinets in a Nordic industrial setting

The natural oak cabinets in combination with the cement tiles on the backsplash and on the floor have a very contemporary effect on the interior design of the space. The white walls extend over the kitchen to hide the hood, which is such an elegant solution.

  • Natural oak wood kitchen cabinets combined with a cement backsplash, cement floor, black hardware
  • Natural oak wood kitchen cabinets combined with a cement backsplash, cement floor, black hardware
  • Natural oak wood kitchen cabinets combined with a cement backsplash, cement floor, black hardware

Surface design for Reform Norm Architects

Enhance White Oak Cabinet Doors with Oak hardware for a Tone-on-Tone Look

The natural oak kitchen in the example below has no upper cabinets for a light and airy look, making the kitchen cabinets and grey marble countertops stand out.

The grain on the white oak kitchen cabinets adds a beautiful texture to the setting which is broken up visually by the addition of the white oak hardware.

A light oak kitchen with oak hardware and no upper cabinets

via Superfront

Add Contrast with White Countertops and Black Hardware

White-stained oak cabinets decorate this kitchen with a one-wall layout. The flat panel cabinets are paired with a white countertop and contrasting black hardware that comes back in the wall lighting and the stove hood on the wall.

The oak hardwood flooring with a herringbone pattern completes the look, while the warm grey wall color on the kitchen walls adds a soft appearance to the space.

A white oak kitchen with white countertops and black hardware

via Picky Living

Add a Touch of Glam to Your Natural Wood Tones with a Brass Backsplash

If you want to add a more glamorous touch to your white oak kitchen cabinets, you can work with brass hardware. In the example below, the cabinet maker completed the look with a beautiful brass backsplash, adding a luxurious effect to the space with grey stone flooring.

A light oak kitchen with a brass backsplash

via Nicolaj Bo

White Oak adds a Natural Touch to an Industrial Space

The oak kitchen cabinets add a warm glow to this otherwise black-and-white industrial space with white walls, black windows, and a grey concrete floor. The oak kitchen is finished off with brass hardware and brass ceiling lamps to contribute to an even warmer look.

A natural oak kitchen with brass hardware and concrete flooring

via Kolon

Add Texture to make your White-Stained Oak Cabinets Unique

The white oak cabinet doors bring the interior design of this modern kitchen to another level. The door styles contrast wonderfully with the grey marble countertops and the copper dishwasher front. Above the counter, the grey and copper tones come back in the beautiful art print on the wall.

I love the way the modern white oak cabinets pair with the red oak herringbone flooring for a unique play between materials that results in a versatile appearance. The straight lines of the paneling on the kitchen cabinets contrasts with the natural veining on the marble and with yet another pattern on the hardwood floor.

A paneled white oak kitchen with a copper dishwasher front

via Superfront

Add a Minimal Aesthetic to your White Oak Kitchen Cabinets for a Modern Look

The minimal white oak cabinet doors in this modern kitchen have an integrated handle for a minimal look and feel. The natural wood grain of the cabinets pairs beautifully with the black faucet and the lighting above the kitchen island.

The dining table and chairs are made out of wood tone that is a few tones lighter, which pairs well with the white pendant lights hanging above it. The countertop and backsplash are made of a grey stone material that balances out the natural wood tone on the kitchen cabinets and pairs well with the flooring.

A white oak kitchen with grey countertops and a lighter tone dining table and chairs

via Reform CPH

Pair Light Oak Cabinets with other Wood Tones for a Natural Effect

The light oak cabinet fronts in this beautiful kitchen are paired with a white oak hardwood floor and darker wood tones in the dining table and chairs for a beautiful mixture of natural wood tones. The ceiling is painted white so the attention goes to the other wood tones in the gorgeous space.

A light oak kitchen in space with a white-soaped floor and different wood tones around the dining table

via Nordiska Kök

Pair light Flooring with Light Oak cabinets for a Delicate Look

This stunning delicate kitchen design has a natural yet light palette that falls in line with current kitchen trends, yet looks very timeless at the same time. A light hardwood floor is paired with light limewash kitchen walls and white-soaped oak cabinets.

The result is a soft-looking kitchen style that reflects the daylight coming from the windows.

A white oak kitchen paired with light limewash walls and a light hardwood floor

Photographed by Line Klein for Frama CPH

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Bamboo kitchen cabinets in a villa in Oslo

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21-04-2023

Norwegian Ask og Eng specializes in custom kitchens made out of bamboo kitchen cabinets for a modern and sustainable solution for kitchen designs and remodels. One of their kitchen remodels in a villa in Oslo features beautiful dark-stained bamboo combined with a beige limestone countertop and a chrome faucet for a modern look.

A modern kitchen design with dark-stained bamboo kitchen cabinets and limestone countertops

A kitchen island combined with a small dining area

The layout of the kitchen has been planned on both walls of the kitchen space, allowing for the middle area to be filled with a beautiful kitchen island.

The modern pattern of the hardwood flooring contrasts nicely with the dark-stained bamboo of the cabinets and the light greige wall color of the walls in the kitchen.

A modern kitchen design with dark-stained bamboo kitchen cabinets and limestone countertops

The wall without any windows is used to place the tall cupboards and appliances and on each side of the kitchen island, there is a spot for a dining table: a small round one to have a quick coffee and a larger one for family dinners.

A modern kitchen design with dark-stained bamboo kitchen cabinets and limestone countertops

Dark stained bamboo kitchen cabinets combined with warm tones

The dark tone of the bamboo is much more dramatic than the warm tones used in the kitchen design in this Rotterdam townhouse and I love the way it contrasts with the materials in the rest of the kitchen.

The handles of the kitchen cabinets have been integrated into the design for a minimal, yet elegant look and the absence of a backsplash gives this design a modern appearance.

A modern kitchen design with dark-stained bamboo kitchen cabinets and limestone countertops

A custom kitchen seating bench in front of the window

The main kitchen module by the windows is lowered on the side and makes a perfect seating bench by the dining table. By combining the dark bamboo with warm oak tones in both of the dining tables, the material and color palette looks very balanced.

A modern kitchen design with dark-stained bamboo kitchen cabinets and limestone countertops

Bamboo kitchen cabinets used for a custom solution in the adjacent living room

As a finishing touch, the material of the bamboo kitchen cabinets has been used in a custom storage solution in the living room as well. Open shelving to display objects is elegantly combined with closed storage on the bottom of the module.

A modern kitchen design with dark-stained bamboo kitchen cabinets and limestone countertops
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