How Lewis Hamilton's Kitchen Turns Forest Green Cabinets into 'Old Money' Luxury with Wood, Marble, and Brass – A Timeless Trio

Dark kitchen cabinets have long been popular, and it's easy to understand their appeal. Painting your cabinetry in these deeply pigmented colors lends a sense of drama and boldness to the kitchen. However, to keep them feeling timeless, it's essential to balance these trendy shades with more classic, elevated design details.

F1 driver Lewis Hamilton's old money kitchen is a superb example of how to make dark green kitchen cabinets look sophisticated and luxurious, especially as we head into the richer color palettes of autumn and winter.

Hamilton's kitchen features dark green cabinets only on the lower half of the room. Above, white marble with streaks of reddish-gray veins extends up toward sleek upper cabinets.

The brass-toned cabinet pulls, oven, and extractor hood reflect the reddish hues in the marble. This introduces a pinkish light that beautifully contrasts with the gorgeous forest green cabinets, reminiscent of an evergreen forest set against a soft morning glow.

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Although this kitchen cabinet color is currently an interior design trend, Hamilton's expert approach makes it fit effortlessly into the quiet luxury or 'old money' aesthetic. This style is all about timeless, effortless opulence, favoring high-end finishes that look natural and understated.

Natural materials like brass and marble are hallmarks of this look and are expertly utilized in this space, bringing an earthy warmth that feels perfect for the changing seasons.

Megan Slack, the head of Celebrity Style at Homes & Gardens, states: 'In the celebrity homes we look at, there has been an increased emphasis on timelessness over the past few years. While celebs are interested in the latest interior design trends and how to incorporate them into their homes, they're simultaneously keen to ensure their features last long after the trend cycle has moved on.'

She continues, 'Lewis Hamilton's kitchen layout is a great example of taking one trendy element, like forest green paint, and grounding it amongst timeless details. I think a huge part of why this color looks so elevated in the driver's space is that he has chosen to use it only on the lower cabinets. Not only does this choice allow the marble on the backsplash to shine on its own, but it also offsets the depth of the color.

When juxtaposed with the bright white of the upper half of the kitchen, the forest green cabinets look all the more dramatic and bold, but in an understated way.'

To style this kitchen cabinet color in your own home, focus on balance. Instead of fully committing to a dark look, ensure you incorporate plenty of light elements.

White countertops, light-wash wood floors, or upper cabinets with reflective glass are all excellent choices. To make the kitchen cabinet trend last long-term, incorporate natural, earthy elements. Wood, marble, and natural metals add uniqueness and warmth to the dark, moody shade, making it a staple far beyond the current season.

Would you try this bold, balanced look in your kitchen?