Use color to add a welcoming feel to your kitchen.
Many daily tasks revolve around the kitchen, so make it a space you enjoy being in.
Paired with white and gray marble and anatural wood range hood, the kitchen feels fresh and inviting.
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Circular gray and white tile adds visual interest to the backsplash without taking center stage.
Yellow bar stools add the perfect splash of color and invite guests to take a seat and relax.
Gold hardware and wood floors further warm up this traditional kitchen.
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Blue cabinets serve as a foundation for striking green and gray marble countertops.
The green of the marble is accentuated with matching olive-green barstools.
Black and gold finishes and abstract artwork keep this retro-leaning kitchen current.
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Emerald Green + White + Gold
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Jewel tonesstar in this luxe kitchen.
Gold andemerald greenstand out against a white tile backsplash, creating a stunning space for cooking and entertaining.
Natural wood shelving and bar stools complement the bold cabinets and range hood.
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The pair makes a kitchen feel cozy and lived in while staying bright and fresh.
Pairing light wood with bold dark colors creates visual interest and can’t-miss contrast.
Handmade in Morocco, the tiles' natural color variation adds interest and depth to thebacksplash.
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Lower cabinets painted gray, rather than the same white as the upper cabinets, soften the palette.
Two shades of dark wood on the cabinetry and island pair with ablack range hood and backsplash.
Powder-blue base cabinets pair well with white upper cabinets for a lofty look.
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Black and gold fixtures and trim provide just the right amount of visual contrast in this traditional kitchen.
Aged brass hardware stands outagainst simple Shaker-style cabinetspainted gray.
Dual pendants with copper shades introduce another metal to the mix.
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The warmth of thehoney-yellowcabinetry in this kitchen is contrasted with dark countertops and graphic tiled floors.
Navytiled flooringand a painted island provide a fresh contrast toblack upper cabinets.
Glass doors, a white backsplash, and abutcher-block countertopbreak up the dark colors in the room.
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Stainless-steel appliances and gold hardware continue the modern feel.
Here, glossy green subway tile adds color toa transitional-style kitchenoutfitted with white Shaker-style cabinets and black stone countertops.
Multihued dishes add another burst of color toopen cabinet shelves.
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Dark Wood + Light Wood
Dark and light wood complement each other in this traditional kitchen.
Dark base cabinets ground the room and contrast cream-colored upper cabinets.
Modern pendant lights,open shelving, and adecorative tile backsplashadd interest.
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Thedistressed blonde wood finishanchors the space and grounds the high-contrast kitchen color scheme.
White-tiled walls and marble countertops create continuity throughout.
Brass cabinet hardware and fixtures add shine that brightens the darkkitchen cabinet paint color.
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The natural wood finish on the floors and theisland cabinetryintroduce warmth and texture.
Red and dark woods make for a rich foundation for this kitchen.
Sage green paint andpatterned terra-cotta tile behind the stovekeep the grand space cozy.
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Navy Blue + Gold + Gray
Navy blueand gold make a bright and bold kitchen combination.
Here,subway-tiled wallsshowcasing the electric hue add a retro feel.
Lower cabinets andappliances feature stainless-steel frontsfor a sleek, contemporary look, while black stone countertops anchor the room.
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The gray-painted ceiling features a high sheen that mimics the shine of stainless-steel surfaces.
Mint Green + White + Black
Somekitchen paint color ideasarent meant to stand out.
Pairingpastel toneswith white creates a bright, airy kitchen color scheme that feels calm and inviting.
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Black grout lines between tiles andmatte blackwall sconces add punch to the light color palette.
Dark-stainedwood countertopsand light-washed ceiling beams create a natural feel that contrasts with more modern elements.
Large windows let in plentiful light that reflects off the cabinetrys shiny finish.
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Natural light paired with a white plank ceiling and cabinetry helps make the space feel more open.
Awhite marble slabcreates a bold contrast with theicy-blueisland paint color.
Metal pulls on the cabinets and drawers add shine to the room.
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White + Black + Brown
Givekitchen color schemes with white cabinetsa bold hit of contrast.
In this case, that accent color is black.
Flooded with natural light, this neutral kitchen is welcoming instead of cold.
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Natural wood on the beams andrange hoodkeep the look cozy and casual.
Coral + White + Black
This kitchen color scheme isperfect for small kitchens.
A wallpapered ceiling introduces vibrant coral to an otherwise neutral kitchen.
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Brown countertops and shelves provide a neutral transition from striking white to saturated green.
Theindustrial-yet-rugged lookis amplified with simple metal pendants, steel stools, andbright green painton the cabinetry.
Stark-white subway tilesand countertops pop against the deep navy blue cabinets.
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Steel pulls are sleek and add high-end quality to the room.Navy cabinetsalmost blend together with their simple facades.
An abstract chandelier makes a subtle statement with its plain white color and intricate lines.
The warmth of the orange accents is tempered by the cool blue andbrick tones.
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Dark hardwood floors also work to anchor the room.
Artwork and kitchen accessories repeat the rooms color scheme.
Watch and learn how to build a color scheme in your kitchen that does exactly that.
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This example builds upon a sage green kitchen color scheme.
Cobalt blue slab countertops enhance white shiplap walls.
Aged brass pendants andwood barstools(not shown) add warmth.
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Reclaimed chestnut wood adds character to the island top.
In kitchens, these complementary hues create a playful, energizing effect.
Here, crisp green walls mingle with bright red accessories and white cabinetry.
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In thisneutral kitchen, jaunty red transferware perks up a display shelf integrated into gray Shaker-style cabinets.
Glass-front cabinet doors hold white dishes but could just as easily have red ones for extra color.
A white subway-tile backsplash frames the classic curves of agooseneck faucet.
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Thekitchen tilehas a slight hint of blue to give it some interest.
The cabinet hardware and barstools add extradashes of black.
Gold accents add sparkle throughout.
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Teaming the three colors into one nautical-inspired scheme takes confidence and a willingness to live with bright colors year-round.
Here, a bright bluesoffit and matching backsplashaccentuate banks of cabinetry: white on top, red below.
Glass-front cabinet doors add a sense of fun when stocked with dishes in coordinated stripes and solids.
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Speckled granite and white upper cabinets add subtle pattern to thesmall kitchen color scheme.
A textured kitchen runner energizes the space.
Blue bucket accent chairs are a cheerful presence in the dining area.
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Trends come and go based on consumer interest and designer preferences.
Frequently Asked Questions
White is, not surprisingly, the most popular color for kitchen designs.
Its light, airy, and inviting, and it adapts to almost any style.
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Awhite kitchenis also attractive to prospective home buyers due to its timelessness and versatility.
Also popular are soft, nature-inspired hues like cloudy blues, muddy greens, and creamy beige colors.
Conversely, dark colors absorb light and tend to make a space feel smaller and cozier.
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