keep natural wood cabinetry but simplify with more flat or plain wood doors avoid shaker style add long elegant handles in a refined rustic industrial finish antique brass or black avoiding country style make the island feel like a furniture piece solid rustic wood base with unique natural stone or granite countertop veins movement artisanal look replace uniform grey tones with a richer warmer palette wood stone subtle accent color add a bold artisanal pendant light above the island glass bronze brass details statement piece that creates ambiance reduce reliance on recessed ceiling lights enhance the backsplash with handcrafted stone or textured ceramic creating a unique character floor natural stone or patterned ceramic with warm tones avoiding cold beige style balance rustic timeless elegance cozy and inviting not overly modern not farmhouse
