Sometimes the best color is no color at all. Amber Valletta's unpainted kitchen cabinets demonstrate the timeless beauty of using natural materials rather than paint shades to create a home's atmosphere.
The supermodel's kitchen is an oasis of organic textures. From the gray marble backsplash to the stone vessels on the countertop, it's clear that Valletta admires outdoor materials. This feeling is reinforced and anchored by the natural wood of her kitchen cabinets. Light and simple wood-grained woodwork brings softness and a modern Scandinavian feel to the spaces designed by Studio Rob Diaz.
This organic, modern scheme is endlessly appealing due to its psychological appeal, beautiful textures, and versatility.
The interior design trend of unpainted wood cabinets has become popular due to its naturally calming energy.
Olivia Crosher, designer and visual stylist at Naturewall, says: “Nature-inspired textures and colors remain a strong contender for 2024 trends due to their soothing nature, helping to create a safe haven within your home.” She goes on to say, “Incorporating natural materials like wood and greenery creates an instant connection to nature and has proven health benefits.” Valletta's kitchen finds this balance between a marble backsplash and natural wood cabinetry.
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As opposed to painted, natural wood is a popular kitchen cabinet trend because it allows more movement and adds visual interest to a space. “Texture has always been an important interior feature used to add depth and interest to a space, especially when it comes to creating a warm and inviting home,” says Crosher. She added: “Sustainability and its origins are becoming more and more important, so 2024 will bring even more attention to its importance.”
Valletta's status as a natural wood neutral color also goes a long way in giving your style a timeless look.says Westchester-based interior designer Nina Lichtenstein. house and garden: “By choosing the right neutral cabinet color, avoiding overly bold or dark colors, and implementing brightening techniques, you can create a warm and inviting kitchen that becomes the heart of your home.” She continues, “Neutral cabinetry provides a versatile canvas to express your personal style and create a timeless and elegant space.”
Nina Lichtenstein is the founder and lead residential designer of her eponymous design studio based in Westchester, New York. Nina believes that home design should express a family's unique spirit in a way that nourishes the soul while meeting the family's daily needs. She is known for designing, renovating, and building elegant living spaces.
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Even if you don't plan to cover your entire kitchen wall with natural wood cabinets, you can still enjoy the benefits of natural wood by placing some wooden kitchen accessories in the right place. Items like this kitchen prep set, lazy susan, and dry goods canister sheet can be placed on your counter endlessly as functional decoration.
Wood & Cream Kitchen Preparation Set
white and wooden kitchen containers
Valletta's kitchen is a masterclass in calm, natural color schemes that lead the outdoor world. Now that this look is becoming a popular interior design trend, we can't wait to see more of it.
