Contemporary Nashville Kitchen With White Oak Cabinets

An oversized oak island accommodates both meal prep and friendly gathering; white, modern upholstered chairs tuck under one side. For personality, River Brook Design layered mixed metals and personal objects, including vintage copper cookware and a framed portrait.

Designed by River Brook Design, this chef kitchen combines white oak cabinetry, Calacatta marble countertops, and a plaster range hood in a serene space that’s as beautiful as it is functional. A butler's pantry opens off the main kitchen, additional storage and prep space especially when entertaining.

One corner of the kitchen is dedicated to a breakfast nook. The lines are trim and tailored, a serene space without clutter. Large windows flood the area with pretty natural light.

The butler's pantry was planned as a discreet spillover space for prepping, plating, and storing during dinner parties and everyday family meals. And conveniently, it opens directly into the dining room.

Subtle design elements have big impact throughout the rooms. Here, glassware stands out beautifully against this cabinet's smoky gray interior and exterior. River Brook Designs finished the look with gleaming brass hardware.