30 Stylish and Elegant Kitchens with Light and Dark Contrasts

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Many homeowners are afraid that adding contrast to a mainly light color palette will result in a dim room.

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Have a look here to see just how can rock contrasts in your kitchen for a sophisticated style.

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The light fixtures above the island are the Circa Lighting Hicks Large Pendant Light.

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The island cabinet is painted in C2 Monday Morning C2-489, while the countertop is Calacatta Marble.

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The backsplash is 3×6 Calacatta Marble subway tiles. The hood is custom.

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The drawer pulls on the island are from Home Depot. The industrial pendant lights are Restoration Hardware.

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Modern farmhouse style kitchen features pendant lights over the island from online retailer Build.com.

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