Kitchen Design in Rochester Hills, Royal Oak, Birmingham, Ann Arbor & Surrounding Areas
How to Mix and Match Cabinet Styles for a Unique Kitchen Design
Mixing and matching cabinet styles can create a unique and personalized kitchen design. Exclusively Cabinets by Cabinetek can help you with kitchen design in Brighton, MI, Rochester Hills, Royal Oak, Livonia, Birmingham, Ann Arbor, MI and surrounding areas.
This is how to do it while ensuring a cohesive look across different kitchen styles:
- Combine Different Door Styles
Mixing shaker-style cabinets with sleek flat-panel doors can create a balanced contrast between traditional and modern. For example:
Contemporary Kitchens: Flat-panel lower cabinets with glass-front upper cabinets.
Rustic Kitchens: Distressed wood lower cabinets with shaker-style uppers.
- Play with Color Combinations
Using contrasting colors for upper and lower cabinets or an accent island can add visual interest.
Modern Kitchens: White upper cabinets with deep navy or black base cabinets.
Farmhouse Kitchens: Creamy white with sage green or soft blue.
- Mix Materials and Finishes
Incorporate different textures, such as wood grain with painted cabinets, for depth.
Industrial Kitchens: Matte black metal cabinets with reclaimed wood finishes.
Scandinavian Kitchens: Light wood cabinets with white or soft pastel-painted units.
- Blend Open and Closed Storage
Combining closed cabinets with open shelving or glass doors adds variety.
Minimalist Kitchens: Slab cabinets with floating shelves.
Classic Kitchens: Raised-panel doors with glass-front cabinets for display.
- Highlight the Island as a Focal Point
Using a different style or finish on the kitchen island makes it stand out.
Transitional Kitchens: Dark-stained wood island with white perimeter cabinets.
Coastal Kitchens: Blue island with crisp white cabinetry.
By thoughtfully mixing these elements, you can create a kitchen design that feels both stylish and cohesive while maintaining a unique personality.
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