Kitchens with Contrast

This tasty trip through five kitchens, visualized by Artem Evstigneev, features areas of high contrast within countertop sectioning, unit selections, and indeed between the two. A safe kitchen layout can be completely transformed with a simple addition of tone.

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Small cubbies look great when picked out in a vibrant color, especially when nestled amongst a run of fresh white units. The base units in this design have been selected in a dark wood tone to give the overall design weight and depth.

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The use of two contrasting materials for the countertop allows zoning and differentiates the work bench from the dining bar.

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A freestanding look is achieved in this kitchen, where a wooden crockery sideboard holds twin cookers. The wooden elements of the room are freshened by white cabinets, worktops and fridge-freezer.

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The curvaceous cut of the countertop provides a further area of contrast, as the smooth shape is the complete opposite of the squared off cupboard fronts with angular black trim.

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Situated in this very black room-guarded by a very stern looking lady-a two tone wall of kitchen cabinets adorn one whole wall.

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Running off the central island, a chunky white cooking slab floats above a sleek black preparation zone.

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A warm wood grain has been selected to prevent the black and white elements from appearing too stark and unwelcoming.

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Fun sunshine yellow gloss units are mixed with a more serious looking black countertop on the central island in this one, but a light wood countertop add-on keeps things looking friendly. A dark lined cubby compartment ties the island in with the side run of cupboards, as well as topping the black glass fronted cookers perfectly.

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The nearby dining suite also play with the same color story, teaming a black tabletop with wooden legs, and white chairs to match the wash and prep counter.

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Three different countertops in one space probably wouldn’t be your first idea, but when used in the right combination a trio can produce a great effect.

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