Keep reading for a look at inspiring spaces of all sizes and styles below.

Better yet, keep in mind that black countertops are nice because they camouflage spills and stains.

To prevent the space from feeling too bland, accessorize a bit with small items such as plants.

warm leather tones with hickory cabinets

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Here, pops of green look right at home on top of the wood cabinetry.

Thoughtful pops of black spaced throughout the room provide an artful finishing touch.

Rich Leather

Consider other brown shades to go with your hickory kitchen cabinets.

soft blues

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Note that high-quality leather is easy to wipe clean quickly, too.

Here, a blue penny tile backsplash looks gorgeous beside hickory cabinetry.

Goldhardwareensures that this kitchen still looks contemporary and sleek; therustic touchesare more subtle.

crisp white

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Natural Stone

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For many, natural stone is an obvious choice in the kitchen.

Here, a smattering of whites and grays combine to create a beautiful pattern that is full of intrigue.

metallic tones

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gray greens

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beige backsplash and walls

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crisp white accents in kitchen

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warm brown walls in kitchen

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brown leather tones in kitchen

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deep blues with hickory cabinets

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amber countertops and hickory wood cabinets

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distressed blue cabinets

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natural stone

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