I wasn’t a fan of black painted cabinets – then I saw Matthew McConaughey's stunning kitchen, and I couldn't look away

I'll be the first to confess that I always found black-painted kitchen cabinets beautiful, but I never thought they were right for my kitchen.

Living in a tiny city apartment, I have always adhered to the rule that lighter, brighter colors can make a space feel airier – and, in turn, appear bigger. Then I saw Camila and Matthew McConaughey's dark glossy cabinets, and it changed my perspective entirely.

In their Texas home, Matthew and Camila designed a black kitchen that doesn't feel compact in any way. The secret is in the paint's glossy finish. The tone is sleek and seductive, while still reflecting light in a way I'd always expect from lighter-hued cabinet fronts. It's the best of both worlds – and enough to turn me into a dark kitchen convert for good.

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Perhaps unsurprisingly, I am not exclusive in my newfound admiration for this cabinet color. Alex Main, the director at The Main Company, mirrors my sentiments, noting how this hue has a quietly luxurious impact that can easily transcend more fleeting color trends.

'Sleek and sophisticated, black kitchen cabinets help a kitchen to feel timeless and high-end. Working especially well in modern and industrial schemes, black cabinets add depth and drama to a kitchen,' he says.

He, too, says that painting your kitchen cabinets black is the most striking way to tap into the look. However, it's not the only way.

'Whether serving as a backdrop colour to highlight lighting, hardware, or a contrasting worktop, or being bold by colour drenching, black cabinets complement an array of materials and colours. In addition, when it comes to maintenance, darker cabinets are an easier way to hide smudges, fingerprints, or general wear and tear,' he says.

When it comes to Camila and Matthew McConaughey's glossy cabinets, specifically, I am also in good company on Instagram. Many have commented on Camila's post to say they were distracted by the cabinets in question, and honestly, who can blame them? Are you just in love with their style? Let me know your thoughts here in the comments.