White kitchen cabinets are a classic choice.
The whites I like have creamier undertones, so they dont feel stark, says interior designer Marina Hanisch.
White Kitchen Cabinets with Black Hardware
Dark appliances tend to stand out against such a light backdrop.
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To tie the space together, consider outfitting white kitchen cabinets with black hardware.
Shoot for amix of sizes and shapes, like small round cabinet knobs paired with long rectangular drawer pulls.
you’re free to also use this trick with gold or silver hardware tomatch the faucet’s finishwell.
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White cabinets with simple matte black hardware make the other elements of the kitchenlike the shelves and decorstand out.
To get a similar look,convert upper cabinets to open shelvingor build your own floating shelves.
Or accent the space withcolorful barstoolsor a fun light fixture.
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Off-White Kitchen Cabinets
An off-white stain gives wood kitchen cabinets a modern,Scandinavian style.
These gorgeous gray counters get all the attention when accented with awhite tile backsplashand stainless-steel hood.
Paint the interior of the cabinet boxes white and show off eye-catching dishes and accessories in yournew display space.
For bonus color or pattern,wallpaper the backof your open cabinets.
Full-overlay cabinetrywith doors that cover the entire cabinet framepresents a minimalist profile, which works well in acontemporary kitchen.
Pair the streamlined cabinetry with similarly styled hardware.
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Continue the same metal finishes throughout hardware and appliances to keep the look consistent.
White Cabinets are Budget-Friendly
No matter your budget, white cabinets can be yours.
You couldpaint your existing cabinets.
Use glass doors in select upper cabinets, or include open shelves in your plan to showcase colorful dishes.
Include vibrant bar stools or countertop accessories to liven up the look.
Black-and-White Kitchen Ideas
Ablack-and-white color combinationis dramatic.
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Keep the black to small doses.
White Cottage Cabinets
White cabinets always work for a cottage-style kitchen.
Pair the cabinets withvintage-inspiredhardware,sweet pastels, beaded board, soapstone, or wood surfaces.
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To boost the impact of your white kitchen cabinets on your overall design style, consider adding floor-to-ceiling cabinetry.
Include panels for the refrigerator, freezer, and dishwasher to present a clean look.
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