--- title: Kitchen Inspiration description: Kitchen Inspiration image: https://blog.skogmanhomes.com/hubfs/5427_Wild_Rye%20(9%20of%2042)%20copy-resized.jpg --- [![skogman-logo](https://blog.skogmanhomes.com/hs-fs/hubfs/skogman-logo.png?width=176&height=51&name=skogman-logo.png "skogman-logo")](https://blog.skogmanhomes.com/) ##### Navigation - Find Your Home - [Cedar Falls & Waterloo](https://www.skogmanhomes.com/new-homes/iowa/cedar-falls-waterloo) - [Cedar Rapids Metro](https://www.skogmanhomes.com/new-homes/iowa/cedar-rapids-metro) - [Independence](https://www.skogmanhomes.com/new-homes/iowa/independence) - Why Skogman - [Our Process](https://www.skogmanhomes.com/our-process) - [Built For You](https://www.skogmanhomes.com/built-for-you) - [Testimonials](https://www.skogmanhomes.com/testimonials) - [10 Year Warranty](https://www.skogmanhomes.com/ten-year-warranty) - [Vendors & Trade Partners](https://www.skogmanhomes.com/vendors-and-trade-partners) - [Home Trade Program](https://www.skogmanhomes.com/home-trade-program) - [Energy Advantage](https://www.skogmanhomes.com/energy-advantage) - Who We Are - [Our History](https://www.skogmanhomes.com/our-history) - [Our Team](https://www.skogmanhomes.com/our-team) - Homebuyers - [Financing](https://www.skogmanhomes.com/financing) - [Refer a Friend](https://www.skogmanhomes.com/refer-a-friend) - [Homeowner Maintenance](https://www.skogmanhomes.com/homeowner-maintenance) - [Blog](https://blog.skogmanhomes.com/?__hstc=12939688.ead009bfd76f7b6f259567ae975dd849.1760380931721.1761325345428.1761328525749.10&__hssc=12939688.1.1761328525749&__hsfp=292221219) - [Warranty Requests](https://www.skogmanhomes.com/warranty) - Our Homes - [Our Plans](https://www.skogmanhomes.com/plans) - [Image Gallery](https://www.skogmanhomes.com/image-gallery) - Contact - [Contact Us](https://www.skogmanhomes.com/contact-us) - [Land For Sale](https://www.skogmanhomes.com/land-for-sale) - [Realtors](https://www.skogmanhomes.com/realtors) Contact - Contact Us - Land For Sale - Realtors Blog # Kitchen Inspiration **Posted on:** Jul 24, 2019 | **Categories:** [Blog](https://blog.skogmanhomes.com/tag/blog), [Available Homes](https://blog.skogmanhomes.com/tag/available-homes), [Skogman Homes CV](https://blog.skogmanhomes.com/tag/skogman-homes-cv), [Tips & Trends](https://blog.skogmanhomes.com/tag/tips-trends) Kitchens are the heart of the home and a great place to show off your unique style! Trends are always changing so we put together some of our latest kitchens to inspire you.     ![tyler kitchen](https://blog.skogmanhomes.com/hubfs/Skogman_Homes_August_2021/Images/tyler%20kitchen.jpg) 1. Wood Tone Cabinets - That's right, lighter wood tone cabinets have made a comeback. This popular color is called Burlap and provides a light greyish wood color that can be more traditional or modern.    ![Kitchen Inspiration](https://blog.skogmanhomes.com/hubfs/Skogman_Homes_August_2021/Images/3362_Edgebrook_Dr-09.jpg) 2. Tuxedo Kitchens - This new trend means that the lower cabinets are all one color and the upper cabinets are a different color. They don't have to be black and white either.    ![Kitchen Inspiration](https://blog.skogmanhomes.com/hubfs/Skogman_Homes_August_2021/Images/10%20copy.jpg) 3. Grey Cabinets - Buyers are opting for grey cabinets as an alternative to white.   ![Kitchen Inspiration](https://blog.skogmanhomes.com/hubfs/Skogman_Homes_August_2021/Images/2%20copy.jpg) 4. Black & White - For a timeless and sophisticated look, buyers have chosen to use black and white in their kitchens.    ![Kitchen Inspiration](https://blog.skogmanhomes.com/hubfs/Skogman_Homes_August_2021/Images/IMG_1539%20copy.jpg) 5. Pops of Color - Adding a colored backsplash tile makes this kitchen pop.   ![Kitchen Inspiration](https://blog.skogmanhomes.com/hubfs/Skogman_Homes_August_2021/Images/3960_Hendricks_Ln_NE-30%20copy.jpg) 6. Open Shelving - Open shelving allows for a fun place to display glassware or create a coffee bar.   ![Kitchen Inspiration](https://blog.skogmanhomes.com/hubfs/Skogman_Homes_August_2021/Images/5427_Wild_Rye%20(9%20of%2042)%20copy2.jpg) 7. Sleek and Modern - This kitchen features flat panel cabinetry, a waterfall countertop, and a modern tile backsplash.    ![Kitchen Inspiration](https://blog.skogmanhomes.com/hubfs/Skogman_Homes_August_2021/Images/5157_Prairie_Trail%20(15%20of%2041)%20copy.jpg) 8. Dark Perimeter with White Island - Two-toned kitchens are nothing new but it no longer has to be white perimeters with a dark island. 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