A growing trend in kitchen design is using two different style cabinets or two different color kitchen cabinets. If you are accustomed to the traditional uniform look in a kitchen, than this may be a new concept to you. There are a wide range of looks you can create by combining different cabinet styles, so I have pointed out a couple of the most common reasons below.

Creating a vintage or old-world kitchen look – when trying to create a vintage look in any room of your home, it is often common to mix antiques and new pieces to give the impression that items were accummulated over time. The same look can be achieved in the kitchen by using different style cabinets. A really good way to use two different styles is to use one color for the island and another for the cabinets. You can also use one color for the wall cabinets and one for the base cabinets. By simply choosing a two different style cabinets and adding some custom accessories, you can create the illusion that your kitchen was assembled over time

Adding a focal point to your kitchen – by using a different style cabinet on a specific wall, or over the cooktop, you can add a splash of color and create a focal point for the room. This is a great way to add some personality to your kitchen, and can be a great way to experiment with a color that may be too bold for the entire room.

The very first thing that I suggest that you do is familiarize yourself with the new design. Study the new design and imagine what the new room will look like when you are finished with the remodel.

In doing so, you will feel more comfortable about yourself and the installation process. Always make sure that each and every cabinet that you hang or set is plumb and level. This is probably the most important aspect of a kitchen installation.

You need to make sure that you get this step right. Something that most people do not understand is that installing cabinets is more difficult than what they think. Fastening the cabinets and drawing lines on the walls where the cabinets go is just the tip of the iceberg. Just slapping the cabinets against the wall and fastening them in place without taking your time is going to create a haphazard looking kitchen. Many times I have had carpenters tell me that my line of work was easy until they were presented with a kitchen install and they quickly realized how complex it can get.