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Shabby-Chic Style Kitchen with Dark Wood Cabinets Ideas and Designs

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Top 10 Luxury Estates in the World by Fratantoni Design!
Top 10 Luxury Estates in the World by Fratantoni Design!
Fratantoni Design / Residential ArchitectsFratantoni Design / Residential Architects
World Renowned Architecture Firm Fratantoni Design created this beautiful home! They design home plans for families all over the world in any size and style. They also have in-house Interior Designer Firm Fratantoni Interior Designers and world class Luxury Home Building Firm Fratantoni Luxury Estates! Hire one or all three companies to design and build and or remodel your home!
Lake Home Custom Stone
Lake Home Custom Stone
METRO R3, INCMETRO R3, INC
Medium sized romantic u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Milwaukee with a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, composite countertops, white splashback, stone tiled splashback and no island.
Kitchen
Kitchen
Barkley Lane InteriorsBarkley Lane Interiors
Inspiration for a large shabby-chic style l-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with a submerged sink, dark wood cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl flooring, an island and recessed-panel cabinets.
Mount Pleasant
Mount Pleasant
1st Option1st Option
Vintage l-shaped kitchen in London with open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white appliances, painted wood flooring and an island.
Ames
Ames
Drake+Khan DesignDrake+Khan Design
Inspiration for a large vintage open plan kitchen in Toronto with a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble worktops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Installation for Paramount Builders (Bismarck, ND)
Installation for Paramount Builders (Bismarck, ND)
Fabricators UnlimitedFabricators Unlimited
Countertop Material: Quartz Brand: LG Viatera Color: Quartet Installation in Bismarck, ND for 2017 Spring Parade of Homes
Photo of a medium sized romantic l-shaped kitchen/diner in Other with a double-bowl sink, dark wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, blue splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors and shaker cabinets.
Lake Washington Estate, Melbourne, FL
Lake Washington Estate, Melbourne, FL
Persimmon Interior Design, IncPersimmon Interior Design, Inc
This renovated kitchen is more open to the living room with upper cabinets removed from the pass through showing the expansive space with a double island. Existing cabinets in a mix of dark stained wood island and a soft cream remained but were updated for a modern, coastal look. New Cambria Praa sand countertops and glass mosiac and subway tile were added. The island features an over sized stainless sink and industrial style faucet. along with coastal seeded glass pendants. New warm wood floors add to the vintage coastal design.
2021 Palm Springs Kitchen Collection
2021 Palm Springs Kitchen Collection
Welcome RenovationWelcome Renovation
Palm Springs - Bold Funkiness. This collection was designed for our love of bold patterns and playful colors.
Photo of a large shabby-chic style u-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, green splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, terrazzo flooring, an island, white floors and grey worktops.
Загородный дом в стиле Ар-деко (Модерн)
Загородный дом в стиле Ар-деко (Модерн)
IvE-interiorIvE-interior
This is an example of a large vintage l-shaped kitchen/diner in Moscow with an integrated sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, composite countertops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, an island, beige floors and beige worktops.
Hite Ave Louisville Residence Natural Blue Green Glass Kitchen Countertop
Hite Ave Louisville Residence Natural Blue Green Glass Kitchen Countertop
J.C. MOAG, INC.J.C. MOAG, INC.
Detail of this unique Hite Ave. Residential Cast Glass Kitchen Island in Louisville Kentucky. This is a detail of the floating island surrounded by an L shaped kitchen design. This custom, blue green glass countertop is polished and back painted. Fabrication by J.C Moag Glass, located in Jeffersonville, Indiana and servicing Ketuckiana and the Ohio valley area. JC Moag Co. and their installation team, Hot Rush Glass, make and will install kitchen and bathroom and countertops and bars to a builder or client's specifications. photo credits: jcmoag
Windmor Parade
Windmor Parade
Werner HomesWerner Homes
Photo of a large shabby-chic style l-shaped open plan kitchen in Milwaukee with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite worktops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and an island.
Boulder Ranch Kitchen
Boulder Ranch Kitchen
Fänas ArchitectureFänas Architecture
Residence located in Boulder, CO. Western themed. "Cowboy kitchen." Kitchen remodel. Dark rustic wood cabinets. Blue tile backsplash. Copper hood.
Inspiration for a medium sized shabby-chic style u-shaped kitchen/diner in Denver with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite worktops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Kitchen Renovation
Kitchen Renovation
The CabinetryThe Cabinetry
Photography by Daniela Goncalves & Interior Design by Lisa Pennick
Photo of a medium sized vintage galley enclosed kitchen in Boston with a belfast sink, beaded cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble worktops, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances and medium hardwood flooring.
Lake Home Custom Stone
Lake Home Custom Stone
METRO R3, INCMETRO R3, INC
Design ideas for a medium sized shabby-chic style u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Milwaukee with a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, composite countertops, white splashback, stone tiled splashback and no island.
Krug
Krug
Cabinets by TrivonnaCabinets by Trivonna
The spacious kitchen and dining area comfortably harbored a 100-people party!
Photo of a shabby-chic style kitchen/diner in Seattle with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite worktops and beige splashback.
Custom range hood
Custom range hood
Custom Builders of OklahomaCustom Builders of Oklahoma
Custom kitchen with lots of custom woodwork, cabinets & range hood with shabby chic style. Large island with sink, opens to breakfast nook.
Large shabby-chic style u-shaped kitchen/diner in Oklahoma City with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite worktops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring, an island and brown floors.
Favilla
Favilla
ScavoliniScavolini
Large vintage single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, tile countertops and no island.
Ames
Ames
Drake+Khan DesignDrake+Khan Design
Large shabby-chic style open plan kitchen in Toronto with a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble worktops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
After the fire
After the fire
KMH DesignsKMH Designs
Inspiration for a medium sized vintage l-shaped kitchen/diner in Atlanta with a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, wood worktops, red splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and an island.
Windmor Parade
Windmor Parade
Werner HomesWerner Homes
Inspiration for a large romantic l-shaped open plan kitchen in Milwaukee with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite worktops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and an island.

Shabby-Chic Style Kitchen with Dark Wood Cabinets Ideas and Designs

Want to discover beautiful shabby-chic style kitchen ideas to inspire your new kitchen design? You’ve come to the right place. You can discover millions of shabby-chic style kitchen designs and ideas; from kitchen islands and storage units, to all sorts of kitchen lighting ideas, such as pendant lighting or under cabinet lighting. Whether you want inspiration for all-in-one fitted kitchen designs, some small kitchen ideas or maybe just some tips for improving your kitchen decor, there are tons of vintage photos to inspire you for your next kitchen project on Houzz.

What kind of romantic kitchen design should I go for?

With so many kitchen ideas and photos to look at you might be a bit overwhelmed when it comes to picking your own shabby-chic style kitchen design. If you are updating your kitchen you know what a big and important decision it is to get the design right – the kitchen can be the hub and heart of the home, and it’s unlikely that you would invest in renovating your kitchen again in a few years. But fear not, focusing first on the important elements like layout, cabinet style, worktops and appliances will help you to bring together your dream kitchen design. Additional elements like kitchen lighting, cupboard storage and decor can come after in the kitchen planning process. A kitchen designer or fitter can help you to decide the layout of your vintage kitchen in terms of where to place your kitchen units, appliances and island (if you’re having one), but if you prefer to handle this yourself you can focus on where you want your key elements of your kitchen to be – the oven, hob, sink and fridge. Of course you might be constricted by space, but try to envisage the easiest and most efficient layout based on how you usually like to cook and prepare your food. If you’re fed up of always having to carry dirty pans and pots across the room to the sink, place the sink closer to your oven and hob. Once you have the core elements sorted, consider extra layout considerations, such as where your bins will be stored, where the cutlery draw should be and where small shabby-chic style kitchen appliances can be installed.

Should I include a kitchen island?

Kitchen island ideas are abundant these days; it seems most kitchen designs include a kitchen island, if not multiple islands. However, if the layout doesn’t work, especially if you have a small kitchen, then there’s no necessity to add in a kitchen island. You can add a breakfast bar or counter to your existing kitchen units, or stick with a good old-fashioned dining table if you don’t need the extra work surfaces. That said, if you do have the room, take a look at some romantic kitchen island ideas to see if the designs inspire you for your kitchen. There are a huge variety of island designs to cater to different needs – you can have sinks, ovens, hobs, wine storage and all sorts of drawers and organisers built-in, you can have separate bars and counters that extend from your island, or you could go for a kitchen island on wheels to make your kitchen layout more versatile.

How do I choose my kitchen units and cabinets?

When picking out kitchen units and cupboard styles for a fitted kitchen, you’ll first want to consider the more practical questions – how many units do you need? How many cupboards and drawers do you need? Do you need extra kitchen storage built into your units? It’s always best to overestimate how much kitchen storage you’ll need as we all tend to have a habit of filling up whatever current space we have to the maximum. Next you can consider kitchen cabinet style and colour. Shaker style cabinets and raised and recessed panel cabinets offer a more traditional kitchen cabinet look, while flat panel cabinet doors tend to lend more to the modern and contemporary style. However, going for raised or recessed panel work in a striking colour such as dark blue, green or black can still work with contemporary kitchen ideas. White kitchens can give a sleek and clean feel, but remember you may have to do a bit more cleaning of those cupboard doors if you want everything to stay shiny and fresh. Of course, grey kitchens are the neutral colour choice du jour and can be paired with pale and rich shades alike if you want your fitted kitchen cupboards to contrast with your worktop, splashback, floor, or all of the above. Exposed shelving and storage is also popular for eclectic, Scandi and industrial-inspired looks, so you could opt for glass-fronted cabinets or no wall-mounted cabinets at all. Remember that this will require more restraint in what you can store and more effort in keeping it looking presentable compared to what is stored away hastily behind cupboard doors. The kitchen cupboard handles are also another element to decide upon – do you want traditional round knobs, modern metal bars, country kitchen cup handles or maybe to go ultra sleek with a completely handleless kitchen?

What shabby-chic style kitchen storage ideas should I consider?

If you want to keep your vintage kitchen well-stocked and well-equipped but don’t want it spilling over with clutter, then you’ll need to rely on good kitchen storage. Apart from the usual fitted kitchen cupboards and drawer space, there are many other ways of keeping your kitchen tidy. Whilst a large kitchen pantry is the dream of most homeowners, it can’t always be a reality. However, there are now lots of pull out compartments and drawers with trays and shelving that can act as mini kitchen pantries, and you can install handy cupboard organisers that fit onto the inside of the door to make the most of your cupboard space. You can also look at corner drawers and cupboards that open up to reveal lots of extra storage. Rails or small shelves along your kitchen walls or splashback can help with hanging utensils or pans, or storing small items like herbs and spices in an usually empty space. Buy extra kitchen storage products for your home on Houzz

Are there small kitchen ideas for small romantic spaces?

If you’re working with a galley kitchen, a one-wall kitchen in an open plan space or just a pretty small kitchen, there are some small kitchen ideas that can help you get the most out of your cooking and dining area. If you find that you don’t utilise the back of your cupboards (maybe they become the graveyard for out-of-date tin cans), you could decide to go with shallower kitchen units to free up some extra floor space in front of your cabinets. As mentioned, open shelving or glass-fronted cabinets are a popular trend and they should make the space feel more open and less boxed-in. However, if you have the capacity for it, cupboards and shabby-chic style kitchen units that maximise the floor-to-ceiling space you have will mean you can use all of that for valuable kitchen storage. Wall or ceiling racks could be a useful solution for hanging pans and pots if you’ve run out of cupboards in which to store them. Kitchen ideas and shabby-chic style accessories such as baskets, trolleys and storage jars are both aesthetically pleasing and practical as they give you extra storage space. Kitchen appliances like a fridge or dishwasher can be tucked away in built-in units in fitted kitchens so they blend into your layout and don’t make the space look crowded. Discover all the small kitchen ideas you could need by taking a look at photos of compact kitchens.

What sort of vintage kitchen lighting should I go for?

In the kitchen you need to have practical lighting – no one wants to chop, cut and cook in a dingy room. Kitchen ceiling lights are probably the best way to go, but should you opt for recessed spotlights or traditional hanging ceiling lights? While spotlight LED kitchen lighting will give you excellent light, they may not fit with a design that’s not contemporary. Traditional chandelier lights could work for other kitchen styles, and of course, kitchen pendant lighting comes in all sorts of styles, colours and designs. While the popular choice is to go with one or two pendant lights over your kitchen island, you could also opt for a single pendant light over your dining space, or a few spaced out across your kitchen. Of course, if you want good lighting for your worktops, under-cabinet lighting is the way forward. Speak to your kitchen supplier about having this pre-installed, or there are a number of easy-install options you can fit yourself or with the help of a lighting expert or electrician. In the market for your romantic kitchen lighting today? Once you’ve found some inspiring kitchen lighting ideas here, take a look at our kitchen lighting products to find the new lights for your kitchen project.

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