This dining nook set off of the kitchen features sneaky storage in the form of drawers underneath the banquette. They hold entertaining must-haves like extra napkins and serving pieces without crowding the already full cabinetry. Paneled appliances are a great way to combine form and function—you’ll never have to worry about fingerprints smudging your stainless steel fridge again. If you’re trying to land on a harmonious color scheme for your kitchen, look no further than the color wheel.
Bright white cabinets and trim and lots of natural light create a sense of openness and oak hardwood floors warm up the space and play off the warm tones of the copper furniture. A white subway tile backsplash extends up to the ceiling, creating a timeless backdrop for this two-toned kitchen. A polished chrome wall sconce adds a decorative detail and an extra light source but also helps tie in the cabinet hardware. Mix midcentury and farmhouse elements to create a current but timeless feel.
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If you need to replace your kitchen floors and want to choose a finish that will stand the test of time, choose classic black-and-white checkerboard floor tiles, like this space from Erin Williamson Design. A compact kitchen island with built-in storage will add functionality and help define zones in a small space, like this highrise open-plan kitchen from Forbes + Masters. Match your countertops and backsplash in the same slab marble and finish it off with a matching wall-to-wall display shelf for a sleek modern look, like this New York City kitchen from Sissy + Marley Interior Design. This approach will make a large kitchen feel airy or make a smaller one feel more spacious. From the lantern-style pendant to the distressed wood kitchen island, this bright kitchen has country chic written all over it. Complete your decor with wood serving boards, glass jars and vintage buckets.
- Without heavy window treatments, sunlight has no trouble streaming into this kitchen.
- From 1984-January 1989, she served as the Assistant to First Lady Nancy Reagan’s Press Secretary.
- The kitchens you will never tire of look assembled over time, like a classic wardrobe.