How to style dark kitchen units I'm looking for quotes from US-based interior designers or kitchen experts on how to make dark kitchen units (particularly dark red) look stylish. How can you make this look work with dark wall tiles and work surfaces too? Which materials should you mix and how can you keep a kitchen looking rich and sumptuous, rather than dark? Plus I'd like some tips on how to lift the look with elements like natural wood, metallics (which work well with darker jewel colors), and a tricks like painting the ceiling a lighter color to prevent the space feeling small.

To keep a kitchen looking "rich and sumptuous" rather than dark when dark red paint is already being used, I would recommend utilizing rich wood tones. Cherry, for example, can pair super well with dark red. It has a rich warm shade to it, which can help elevate the space to make it feel sumptuous, but it doesn't have to be a dark shade. It complements dark red well while also offering a bit of a contrast.

While playing with Japandi looks for my business Japantastic, I learned dark red kitchens need texture. Light wood accents, like shelves or a thin countertop edge, warm things up without feeling heavy. Brass or brushed gold handles add a nice touch too. A simple trick is painting the ceiling a warm white or light cream. It makes the whole kitchen feel more spacious and inviting. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to my personal email