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How to Mix Different Wood Finishes with Your Wooden Cabinets

October 1, 2025

When it comes to designing a kitchen or living space, wooden cabinets often set the tone. But what happens when your cabinets don’t exactly match your floors, dining table, or other furniture? Do you stick with one finish—or is it okay to mix?

The answer: Mixing different wood finishes with wooden cabinets not only works—it can elevate your entire space. Done right, it makes your home feel layered, balanced, and timeless. Here’s how to confidently combine different wood tones and species to complement your natural-finish cabinetry.

*Custom walnut cabinet serving double duty as storage and as a wall by Wood & Co.*

Why Should You Use Cabinets as Room Dividers?

September 19, 2025

In today’s modern homes, space is a premium. Open-plan layouts have become increasingly popular, offering a sense of fluidity and openness between living, dining, and kitchen spaces. While this design approach maximizes airiness and natural light, it also introduces a unique challenge: how do you define separate zones without sacrificing the open feel? The answer lies in a clever design solution: using cabinets as room dividers.

Cabinets are no longer just for kitchens or bathrooms. They’ve evolved into multifunctional elements of interior design, blending aesthetics and utility. When strategically used as room dividers, cabinets can transform your home’s layout, improve functionality while elevating the overall design. In this article, we’ll explore the many reasons why cabinets make an excellent choice for dividing spaces, the types of cabinets you can use, and practical tips for incorporating them into your home.

*Various millwork in a contemporary living space by Wood & Co.*

What Is Millwork and How It Enhances The Home?

August 25, 2023

There are many factors to consider when designing your cabinetry. You have to think about the color, the style, sizes, proportions, even how many cabinets you need. What some homeowners don’t really know much about is the type of cabinet build and how it affects the look of your space. The one we’ll specifically talk about today is the inset cabinet. In this article, we’ll go over what it is, what makes it unique, and why you might choose it for your home.

*Living Space with White Oak Paneling by Wood & Co.*

The Importance of Lighting in Interior Design

June 9, 2023

The right lighting can make or break a space. No matter how meticulous you've been selecting color palettes or furnishing choices, you'll need to lean on lighting to add depth and enhance the ambiance of your space.

A good setup should accentuate architectural details that would otherwise fall flat. Of course, lighting also has a practical function, but you'll need to approach every room of your home individually before deciding on the best lighting solution.

Done right, interior lighting can seriously enhance your home decor. However, it needs to be at the forefront of your design plans, rather than brushed aside as an afterthought.

*Open kitchen-dining room interiors by Wood & Co.*

How to Choose the Perfect Dining Table

November 2, 2021

With the holidays just around the corner, many have been planning family get-togethers, Thanksgiving dinners, and Christmas parties. There’s a lot to prepare when you’re hosting, such as groceries, cooking, and of course the dining table. Whether it’s for a new home or you’re in the market for a replacement, this article will help you choose the perfect dining table to wow all your holiday guests!