My Lottery Dream Home Proves Why Replacing Dark Countertops Isn’t The Best Idea – House Digest

Despite the popular sentiment that dark colors, like black and gray, make a room feel drab and uninspired, some designers feel that dark countertops have the opposite effect on a space. These countertops, when paired with the right details, create a warm, inviting atmosphere, no matter if they're made out of stone, laminate, or other materials. Even David Bromstad said that the dark countertops featured in the Season 12 episode of "My Lottery Dream Home" made the house that he and his client were touring feel "very cozy and warm" (via HGTV). Darker countertops can also help craft an aesthetically pleasing balance when matched with contrasting features, like light-colored cabinetry and flooring.

And, if the quintessential modern black-and-white kitchen or bathroom still feels too cold and unwelcoming, feel free to liven up the space withpops of bright color or lush greenery by incorporating furniture, appliances, and quirky accessories. However, dark countertops often radiate the most warmth whenmatched with wooden accents, especially cabinets and drawers, exposed shelving, and furnishings.

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My Lottery Dream Home Proves Why Replacing Dark Countertops Isn't The Best Idea - House Digest