For those of us who feel that reclaimed wood isn't quite sleek enough,
and laquered cabinetry is too sleek-
these beauties have the best of both worlds..
I spotted this on the lovely Ashlina's blog, The Decorista
There's much to see here, but focus in on those lower cabinets..
that's not a door treatment you see every day.
From French Elle Decor - c'est parfait, non?
Another example, for those of who are us white kitchen lovers..

Here's the flipside, wood frames and laquered doors - I LOVE this one:

A whole kitchen is quite a commitment.
Perhaps a piece of furniture to update a room?
There's loads of mixed bag options floating about:
Gorgeous wood and leather cabinet..

The Pratt Desk from West Elm..

The Dandelion Graphic Dresser is a decorative take on mixed-materials:

A few of Ikea's newest products:
Mandal Series
Stuva storage combo
and if you fancy a DIY, a so-easy-it-will-take-your-breath-away Ikea hack:

I like the contrast of rustic and refined,
smooth and rough,
light and dark.
It makes a space more interesting, yes?
til next time..
Thanks for reading: Eye Spy a Trend: Mixed Material Cabinetry