Cabinets
If your home is predominantly stone, brick or some other material that isn't painted, you can select the right accent color by pulling out a color that exists in that material. For example, if your stonework has a soft pale green hue scattered throughout, selecting that color for details and trim elements can be quite nice. Just stand back and survey the material, looking for those spots of color you notice and want to bring out.
A former desk area was transformed into stylish storage with the insertion of a custom hutch that has a weathered gray stain. The same marble used for the countertops was used for the backsplash. “The clients wanted more wood in the new space for a traditional feel,” Roos says, “but the darker gray feels a bit more updated.”She also removed the door on the staircase to create a more open feel. “The kitchen and dining areas are now more warm, bright, inviting and modern,” Roos says, “while complementing the home’s turn-of-the-century style.”More: 10 Steps to an Organized and Functional Kitchen
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