Build a Shiny Modern Kitchen That Shows Off Metallic Reflections

The kitchen gets the most out of this pack. Metal appliances reflect light, and wooden fixtures stay soft and matte, so the two contrast nicely.

Pick your pieces

These updated kitchen blocks have metallic specular reflections:

• Fridge
• Stove
• Microwave
• Toaster
• Range Hood
• Frying Pan

For contrast, surround them with wooden pieces that use the natural roughness textures:

• Kitchen Cabinetry
• Kitchen Drawer
• Kitchen Storage Cabinet
• Cutting Board

Add a Sink or Basin and a Storage Jar or two to finish the counters.

Lay it out for the best shine

1. Put the Stove under a Range Hood so the two metal surfaces sit side by side.

2. Line a run of cabinetry along the wall, then break it up with the Fridge at one end. The rough wood next to the reflective metal makes the shine stand out.

3. Place a Toaster, Microwave and Frying Pan on the counters as small reflective accents.

4. Hang Ceiling Lights above the countertops. Their glow lights the floor and counters and gives the metal something to reflect.

Fine-tune with your shader

• Walk around the room and watch how the highlights move across the appliances.
• If the reflections look weak, try different times of day.
• You can also adjust reflection or lighting options in your shader pack's settings.