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A Versatile Style
A timeless concept, the black and white kitchen makes a dramatic statement. It works with interior styles ranging from traditional to contemporary, casual to formal, and urban to rustic. For example, a simple vase of flowers pops against the monochromatic backdrop!
Some two-tone designs incorporate both black and white cabinets. Others set the stage with either black or white cabinets, then introduce the secondary color in countertops, backsplashes, and decor. The black and white scheme is often paired with warm wood-toned floors. Below are some examples of our customers have chosen with this versatile color scheme.
Industrial Design
The kitchen above is grounded with crisp, dark cabinets. White subway tile and open shelves take the place of wall cabinets for a light and airy feel. Clear bulb pendant lighting, blonde plank wood flooring, and wire mesh bar stools introduce elements of industrial style into this contemporary design.
Elegant Design
In this graceful transitional design, black shaker inset wall cabinets are stacked and trimmed with double crown molding, light rail, and ogee baseboard molding. This showpiece reflects the style of the buffet in the dining area, creating a graceful transition while balancing the white shaker cabinet island, and finished with decorative door panels. Exposed nickel hinge posts in the inset cabinets, nail head trim on the bar stools and oil-rubbed bronze pendant lights reinforce the transitional feel.
Working With Color
If you have a lively sense of color, like to refresh your environment frequently or want to feature a favorite rug or piece of art, nothing provides a better playground for expressing your style than black and white kitchen designs. The room pictured above is a perfect example. White cabinets with high crown molding and furniture feet on the bump out create a transitional-style backdrop for the richly patterned carpet and drapes. Black, introduced in the polished marble countertops, cup pulls, pendant light, and drapery pole adds interest and depth. If at some time you want to change the look, it won't take anything more than a can of wall paint and a few new decorative items.
Clean & Simple
The kitchen above sports a crisp new look while staying in touch with a wonderful architectural history. Sleek black shaker cabinets and gleaming white marble counters and subway tiles stand with sophisticated confidence between rough wood beams and broad plank flooring with scraped paint.
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FAQs
How do you soften a black and white kitchen?
Black and white kitchens are a dramatic, but beautiful choice for a long-term design. They can easily be softened by adding warm wood tones to your design through butcher block countertops, wood flooring, floating wood shelves, and decorative cutting boards. Other great ways to soften this timeless design is through plants and décor. Any neutral tones or greenery will soften the design and create a more casual, everyday look.
What colors go with black and white kitchens?
Virtually every color goes well with the black and white palette. Whether you want to decorate with neutrals, cool blues and greens, or something more dramatic like red, it’s hard to go wrong. Because black and white are foundational colors, they are very versatile and go with everything.
Is a black and white kitchen timeless?
Yes, black and white kitchens are timeless. This color palette has been used for decades in modern, contemporary, transitional, and traditional kitchen designs to make a bold statement. Since these colors are so versatile, they can be paired with any other colors and still look great.
How do you brighten a black and white kitchen?
Simple ways to brighten a black and white kitchen are by using brighter finishes like white countertops and white walls or other elements with lighter tones. If black cabinets seem too overwhelming, try using black accents on the island or a coffee bar. Marble backsplashes, additional can or pendant lighting, and brighter décor will also create a brighter space.
