Good Housekeeping: You’ll See This Design Detail Everywhere in 2026
And Designers Say It’s so Easy to Pull Off
Sometimes, opposites attract.
Featured in Good Housekeeping | By Kelsey Mulvey | December 19, 2025
Kitchens can run the risk of feeling ultra-utilitarian—a place where you go to meal prep, wash dishes, and not much else—but the right design details can create a space that's pretty, practical, and packed with personality. Don't believe us? Just take a look at your hardware. When selected carefully, knobs and pulls can be more than a handy way to open cabinets or drawers: They can become the jewelry of the kitchen.
Contrast, But Not Chaos
Though juxtaposing hardware is a low-risk way to spruce up your space, finding a combination that's cohesive can feel like a tall order.
"Think of it like building an outfit," recommends Trish Knight, interior design partner at Knight Varga Interiors in Vancouver. "You want contrast, but not chaos."