by Cornerstone Cabinet Company | Jul 31, 2025 | Uncategorized
In “Farmhouse kitchens are more popular than ever” we discussed how reclaimed wood, wrought-iron accessories and a pallet of neutral colors define the farmhouse look. But what if you want to get even closer to nature? Rustic style kitchens share many of the same characteristics and it’s not unusual to confuse the two. In spite of their similarities, there are enough differences that if mixed together – you’ll come out with a confused appearance. Both styles cater to home owners who seek a country-like appearance that evokes a homey and comfortable nod to the past. They also use natural elements like exposed beams, stains to enhance wood finishes and incorporate marks or “flaws” by design. What’s important is to know which style really appeals to your taste. If you’re looking for a rougher essence, then rustic is the answer. This means the wood should be more natural looking and could even be unfinished. Cabinets and furniture will have a “thick cut” appearance and the joints are usually exposed. The idea is to create more of a woodsy feel using darker colors and totally natural wood grain. Farmhouse is also traditional but has a fresher feel. Instead of totally natural wood, kitchen elements more often use color and the designs are more complex. This is where “distressed” cabinets and furniture shine. Chairs may have spindle backs while the other elements are smoother. Colors tend to be lighter with a solid feel. What’s most important is that you don’t have to live in the country or Midwest to play with either design. It just takes working with a few basic elements...
by Cornerstone Cabinet Company | Jul 30, 2025 | Uncategorized
“There are plenty of reasons why a dark, bold black kitchen has become trendy. Applying a black paint has become a sleek cabinet trend that’s making kitchens look more modern because it adds a chic tone to any kitchen and can make other features, like white marble countertops or colorful tiling, pop. Plus, black tends to pair well with a bunch of other colors, leaving for plenty of opportunity to further decorate a kitchen with black cabinets. However, there are some downsides to the increasingly popular matte black cabinet trend, like making a kitchen feel a little too dark, or the fact that a dark black surface can show off fingerprints a little too much. Opting for a charcoal cabinet paint over black is a new trend that could be the perfect happy medium. “ Click here to continue...
by Cornerstone Cabinet Company | Jul 24, 2025 | Uncategorized
Because kitchens are so complex, even minor changes redefine its appearance. It’s why mixing metals, glass and lighting are such good tools for a custom look. Even relatively small details establish a kitchen “aura” that’s distinctly your own. For example, when it comes to hardware, mix finishes such as satin nickel, polished chrome or nickel, and oil-rubbed bronze for faucets, cup and bar pulls. To get started, consider using different metals to complement different cabinet types. This mix now opens more options for the hardware around your sink. The same applies to lighting. Whether you prefer chandelier, drop down or ceiling mounted lighting, there’s no reason why you can’t incorporate more than one style. The goal is to have enough light while creating an atmosphere the whole family can relate to. Our network of resources gives you access to hundreds of vendors and manufacturers world-wide. There’s almost no limit to what can be done to make any kitchen the best it can be. Use the Cornerstone Cabinet Company experience and expertise to find the right combination for...
by Cornerstone Cabinet Company | Jul 23, 2025 | Uncategorized
“When we talk about trending kitchen styles, we often refer to the year ahead, or even those from the past we wish we could forget. But what about the future? In particular, what will our kitchens look like in the next decade?” Click here to continue...
by Cornerstone Cabinet Company | Jul 16, 2025 | Uncategorized
“Interior designers know that there’s a world of options to consider when it comes to kitchen cabinet paint colors. However, some shades hold a special place in designers’ hearts and are ones that they keep coming back to time and time again when decorating kitchens. Here, we’re sharing four shades the pros are absolutely loving lately—and surprisingly, none of them are white!” Click here to continue...
by Cornerstone Cabinet Company | Jul 10, 2025 | Uncategorized
For the most part, home owners choose kitchen styles that fit with the local geography. Here in the Southwest, it’s not uncommon to see farmhouse and rustic as a throw-back to territorial days. Modern and contemporary are also popular but they fit in anywhere. Around Arizona, you really can’t go wrong with any of these styles. But what if you love a style normally found by the sea? Homes located by large bodies of water tend to reflect a nautical theme which includes beach and Mediterranean style kitchens. They do have distinct differences but you might be surprised at how many features they share with farmhouse, rustic and contemporary kitchens. For example: Reclaimed wood is a feature of rustic, farmhouse and Mediterranean kitchens. Rustic is the most rough and worn while farmhouse is characterized by distressed wood. Mediterranean also uses wood, usually a dark rich wood such as walnut. The differences come with how much texture and color the woods display. What distinguishes Mediterranean from the others are colorful tiles, curving arches and natural fibers that include leather. It also incorporates materials with patina such as brick, stone and reclaimed wood. Both contemporary and modern kitchens use a lot of white. As defined in “What distinguishes modern from contemporary kitchens?,” both feature clean, smooth appearances with minimal detail and adornment. Some of the same applies to beach which is also a bright, open style. What differentiates beach are the natural textures like jute, sea grass and rattan; plus nautical themes for lighting. In today’s customized world, home owners bring the style they prefer to wherever they live. Since so...
