If you’ve browsed Houzz or other home design sites lately, you may have noticed a shift: the resurgence of stained cabinetry. After years of white and other colored cabinetry dominating home design, homeowners are rediscovering the charm, warmth, and timelessness that stained cabinetry brings to a space. While there will always be a space for color finishes, here at White Birch Design, we believe wholeheartedly that stained cabinetry should be celebrated as an option for homeowners. Join us as we explore what’s fueling this exciting trend and share recent projects that showcase all the beautiful ways stained cabinetry can be used within a home.
What is Behind the Resurgence in Popularity?
Stained cabinetry is coming back as homeowners embrace warmer, natural materials that bring character to their homes. We see it as part of a larger trend that has homeowners embracing organic materials as people lean into the warmth, texture, and comfort these materials bring to a space.
Another reason for the renewed interest in wood cabinetry is its timelessness. The often-disparaged Golden Oak of the 80s has left many skeptical, but there are so many beautiful wood options available. With the spotlight moving to these other options, homeowners are seeing with their own eyes how stunning wood cabinetry can be.
A final factor in wood’s rising popularity is its versatility. Stained cabinets blend beautifully with different aesthetics and more easily evolve with time. Indeed, the ability to combine wood with different finishes means it can transition effortlessly as tastes shift, making it a flexible, enduring choice.
Where Does Stained Wood Cabinetry Shine?
So, does wood cabinetry belong in just one part of the home? Absolutely not. Due to all of the reasons listed above, stained wood finishes can enhance any area of the home. Below are a few recent projects of ours that showcase wood’s beauty. While each shares the common thread of featuring stained cabinetry, you’ll notice the similarities end there. Each design is truly distinct, reflecting the individual aesthetic of the homeowner and the versatility of wood.
Stained Cabinetry In the Kitchen
Eagan, MN Kitchen Remodel: This Eagan, MN kitchen remodel features custom-stained Maple cabinetry paired with white quartz countertops, a gray subway tile backsplash, a beautiful blue-grey enameled island, and black accents. The warmth of the wood is perfectly balanced with these lighter, cooler tones, resulting in a Craftsman-inspired kitchen that rekindled our homeowners’ love for their home.
Lakehaven Kitchen Remodel, Northfield, MN: Here, dark brown stained knotty alder cabinetry adds richness and visual interest. Paired with a custom zinc hood with gold accents, quartz countertops, and a blue-hued island, this kitchen blends tradition with sophistication, achieving a timeless look that stays bright and inviting.
New Prague, MN Kitchen Remodel: Not convinced you want to take the full plunge into stained cabinetry? Then consider using it as an accent, as shown above. Within this kitchen remodel, quarter-sawn oak used on the island and stove hood adds visual interest, balancing the enameled cabinetry and harmonizing with the home’s mid-century modern aesthetic.
Stained Cabinetry In the Bathroom
Lakeville, MN Bathroom Design: In this project, a floating hickory vanity topped with granite countertops and a wall-mounted faucet aligns with the sleek, modern lines found throughout the project. The result is a luxurious space with elevated touches.
Morning Retreat Bathroom Remodel: Alder cabinetry and double vanities ground this bathroom design, with layers of finishes adding depth and warmth. The result is a space that feels simultaneously inviting, relaxing, and timeless.
Ready to Embrace the Beauty of Wood Cabinetry?
With decades of combined experience in the industry, we’ve helped countless homeowners create a space that celebrates their home and style – each a unique reflection of their personality and taste. From kitchen remodels to bathroom remodels, basement renovations and other home renovations, we work with homeowners from design through construction to transform their spaces into spaces they love. We offer practical solutions that bring both beauty and function to your home and we do so with a commitment to making the process as smooth as possible through thorough communication and excellent customer service. Contact our team of Lakeville, MN remodelers today and let’s start creating a space that will have you loving where you live!
