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11 modern kitchen accessories that add warmth

Natural stone and tactile accessories add an organic touch to a contemporary kitchen.
By Christy Wright

Warm modern (Home SIP pg 75)

Introduce textured surface elements

Smooth wood cabinets paired with glossy white anchor this contemporary look.

Akurum/Sofielund Cabinets, $159/linear ft., Ikea.

11 modern kitchen accessories that add warmthIntroduce textured surface elements (click pink triangle for retail info)

Pair with a complementary glossy white cabinet

Not all cabinets need to look alike. Mix things up!

Akurum/Abstrakt Cabinets, $149/linear ft., Ikea.

11 modern kitchen accessories that add warmthPair with a complementary glossy white cabinet

Finish with hints of metal

Incorporate sleek details, like this polished nickel cupboard handle.

Atlas Homewares Successi Bar Pull, $10, AllModern.

11 modern kitchen accessories that add warmthFinish with hints of metal

Install a linear backsplash

You can still maintain a natural aesthetic, even with clean-cut porcelain tiles.

Art Strip Tiles, $19/sq.ft., Saltillo Tiles.

11 modern kitchen accessories that add warmthInstall a linear backsplash

Achieve minimalism with subtle scintillation

A close look at this engineered quartz will reveal unexpected visual intrigue.

2141 Blizzard Surface, $90/sq.ft., Caesarstone.

11 modern kitchen accessories that add warmthAchieve minimalism with subtle scintillation

Furnish with material fusion

Mixing materials doesn't have to complicate things. This zinc powder-coated base frames the acacia wood seat with wonderful simplicity.

Hitch Raw Stool, $199, CB2.

11 modern kitchen accessories that add warmthFurnish with material fusion

Celebrate grain in small ways too

Thick wooden accessories can go beyond chopping boards.

Cherry Wood Serving Bowl, $56, Williams-Sonoma.

11 modern kitchen accessories that add warmthCelebrate grain in small ways

Choose a pedestal for fresh produce

The elegant yet understated form of this piece is gracefully detailed with the white marble's grey veins. 

French Kitchen Marble Fruit Bowl, $60, Crate & Barrel.

11 modern kitchen accessories that add warmthChoose a pedestal for fresh produce

Add warmth with ceramics

The Ash–Carbon salt and pepper shakers work well with  muted modern palettes and add a tactile touch.

Bottle Grinder Set, $60/set of two, MenuDesignShop.

11 modern kitchen accessories that add warmthAdd warmth with ceramics

Brighten spaces with timeless fixtures

These classic pendant lights will never go out of style and complement warm organic elements.

A110 light by Alvar Aalto, $330, Artek.

11 modern kitchen accessories that add warmthBrighten spaces with timeless fixtures

Invest in quality cleaning aids

Take pride in the smallest things. Even your dustpan can be a thing of beauty.

Sweeper and Dustpan, $59, MenuDesignShop.

11 modern kitchen accessories that add warmthInvest in quality cleaning aids

These 11 modern kitchen accessories will add an organic touch to a contemporary kitchen. Use the pink "up" arrow in our gallery for more information on each product.

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