Category: Furniture

Black isn’t always the first colour that comes to the forefront of the mind when planning a kitchen. Quite often it can be deemed too dark and not the typical, light and airy kitchen. However, black and darker greys are certainly having their moment in the interior world. From the blackest black to graphite grey, the dark kitchen trend is here to stay.

Here at The Main Company, we love a black kitchen. Whether it’s ceiling to floor cabinetry or just incorporating black using a feature island alongside another shade such as dove grey or navy, we believe black is a versatile and classy choice and one that is certainly worth considering when designing your dream kitchen.

The beauty of a dark kitchen is that you can make it as traditional or as contemporary as you wish, by changing even the simplest of things. From handless doors, to a more classic shaker style, there are so many options that our designers can talk you through.

As you will already know, here at The Main Company we are passionate about reclaimed materials. Black often works beautifully with reclaimed wood, whether it’s a warmer plank or a cooler tone, quite often black really brings out the texture and patina of the wood. If you’re not sure about incorporating reclaimed wood, black also works beautifully with other reclaimed materials such as copper and concrete. Using these materials can help add texture to your space and create the perfect balance between light and dark.

All of our kitchens are bespoke and our on-site designers work with you to create exactly what you want and make the most of your space available. At The Main Company we create your perfect kitchen then finish with high quality paints such as Little Greene Company and Farrow & Ball.

Which Black Kitchen Colour Should I Choose?

If you’re thinking of a black or darker kitchen, a few cabinetry shades to consider are;

Little Greene Paint – Lamp Black
Little Greene Paint – Jack Black
Little Greene Paint – Basalt
Farrow & Ball – Downpipe

Take a look at these recent Main Company projects for some inspiration…

Inspiration #1 – Berkshire

Our bespoke Berkshire kitchen was finished in a dramatic dark and whitewash pine, creating a truly stunning kitchen. Set in an open plan living space, the kitchen was paired with white walls and a pale grey stone floor. The pewter fittings and the reclaimed wood used on the breakfast bar helped to tie the look together. As you can see below, the homeowners have complemented the kitchen with warmer tones, creating a warm and welcoming space.

Inspiration #2 – Portobello

This industrial style kitchen features shaker style cabinetry that has been finished with paint from the Little Greene Paint Company. The kitchen sits in a light and airy room, with exposed brick and white walls, really making the kitchen pop. The cabinets have been finished with both stainless steel and reclaimed oak worktops, creating a vintage feel.

If you’re not quite ready to make a statement with an all-black kitchen, there’s plenty of other ways to incorporate black into your kitchen space. You can use black handles (we have used some lovely ones from Buster + Punch in our London Showroom) throughout your kitchen. Or, keep it simple with a black worktop or you could even introduce black through your fixtures and fittings, like this Quooker tap.

If you are feeling inspired and you’re ready to make a statement in your home, get in touch today to see how we can help make your visions a reality.

5 of Our Favourite Bar Stools

Here at The Main Company, we’ve long been fans of the humble breakfast bar and it’s versatile nature in the kitchen. Perfect for gathering together as a family for a quick bite to eat, the breakfast bar is also great for those evenings when you’re looking to enjoy a lengthy meal with good friends and plenty of wine. As the social hub of the kitchen, perching at the breakfast bar provides the opportunity to socialise and catch up on each other’s day whilst dinner is cooking; plus it’s perfectly positioned to keep half an eye on homework progress. As a staple in so many of our bespoke kitchen designs, here are 5 of our favourite bar stool designs that will complement and complete your look.

The Grosvenor Bar Stool

The Grosvenor Bar Stool is one of the most sought after products we have. With leather upholstery, solid oak legs and brass pin detail this stool is as comfy as it looks. Want to see how it looks in a kitchen setting? Have a look at our Bristol Project

Industrial Leather Bar Stool

The Industrial Leather Bar Stool from Rockett St George is an insider favourite, having been used in our director’s kitchen at home in Yorkshire. With its simple structure, dark tan leather and pale stitching, this bar stool is perfect for more rustic, industrial kitchen settings.

Weathered Oak Farmhouse Stool

This Weathered Oak Farmhouse Stool will give any living space a modern sociable feel, prefect for a breakfast bar or at your kitchen island, made from solid pieces of weathered oak. For extra comfort the stool has moulded seat and horizontal bars of varying heights to act as foot rests.

Ainpecca Velvet Barstool

The Ainpecca Velvet Barstool’s armrest and backrest provide a more comfortable experience! A great stool for your kitchen counter, pub, bar, coffee house, restaurant, home, and much more. What’s more there’s plenty of colours to choose from.

Audrey Mid-Century Style Bar Stool

Sleek and suitably stylish, the Audrey Bar Stool from Swoon Editions takes its inspiration from iconic Mid-Century furniture and promises to transport you to the coolest cosmopolitan restaurants. Opt for rich Forest Green or Dark Navy for an on-trend look or choose the Light Grey stool for more neutral kitchen schemes.

Image Credits: Rockett St George, Cox & Cox, Swoon Editions, Amara