colonial revival interior shot cabinetry use warm natural wood with visible grain but in a lighter medium tone not too dark doors should be flat or plain wood not shaker with long elegant handles black or brass island make it feel like a furniture piece in natural wood with a stone or granite countertop with movement and character but in lighter shades beige cream soft grey veins lighting add 2 3 statement pendant lights above the island glass bronze brass artisanal and elegant reduce ceiling recessed lights so pendants become the focal point backsplash textured stone or handcrafted ceramic with warmth avoiding too much uniformity floor natural stone or wood in medium warm tones not too dark atmosphere bright cozy timeless rustic elegance avoid heavy wood crown moldings and overly dark finishes architecture
