Dark and Regal Kitchen Designs
Black cabinets, islands and richly textured backsplashes bring surprise and sophistication to the kitchen
While many describe their dream kitchen as being "bright and sunny," there are a host of other people who prefer dark finishes in their kitchens. Bright and sunny spaces are welcoming, light and airy. However, darker kitchens offer the unexpected. They are bold spaces that often have a regal elegance and provide a sense of coziness. Some of the finest kitchens combine light and dark elements, which gives homeowners the best of both worlds. Feast your eyes on the following kitchens that I think are great examples of how to use dark finishes.
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The use of black, gray, chrome and stainless steel finishes create a very sophisticated space. While this kitchen is dark, the reflective surfaces allow natural and artificial lighting to bounce around.
Using dark cabinets along the perimeter of this kitchen creates a dynamic space and visually balances the generous white island.
Dark flooring with a high-gloss finish adds a sleek, sophisticated feel to this modern kitchen.
A gray, metal backsplash is not only functional and easy to clean, but it also adds considerable interest and texture to this kitchen.
White cabinets topped with black crown molding create somewhat of a retro vibe in this space. Cabinet doors with flat panels will always give your kitchen a modern feel. I also love that colorful backsplash!
Create instant elegance by combining black and antique-white cabinets. In this French country kitchen, a pair of tall, furniture-like cabinets anchor both ends of the space for a very impressive look.
A dark metal sink makes an eye-catching feature in this space. Materials such as tin and copper make great choices for a not-so-ordinary sink in traditional kitchens.
In this kitchen, a gorgeous range-hood coordinates with the dark trim around the windows. This adds just enough contrast and interest to this mostly off-white space.
Here, the black island ties in with lighting fixtures trimmed in black. Because the other cabinets are white, this kitchen keeps its "bright and sunny" disposition but also has an added spark of dark sophistication.
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