31 Best Kitchen Color Schemes: Spice Up Your Cooking Space

I love spending time in the kitchen, experimenting with different ingredients and creating delicious meals for my family and friends.

But sometimes, it can be challenging to decide on the perfect color scheme for this important room in our homes.

That’s why I’ve put together a list of the 31 best kitchen color schemes to help inspire you and make the decision-making process a little easier.

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From bold and bright hues to calming neutrals, there’s a color scheme for every taste and style.

Whether you’re looking to create a cozy and inviting atmosphere or a sleek and modern space, these color combinations are sure to provide some inspiration.

So let’s dive in and explore the best kitchen color schemes together!

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Emerald Green + Blush Pink

Pin Pluck Kitchens

Pair bold and soft shades for a modern look. 

Pluck Kitchens combined emerald green base cabinets with blush pink upper cabinets in this simple, striking kitchen outfitted with butcher block countertops.

Pill-shaped cut-out handles are backed in a slightly deeper pink to tie the look together.

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White + Gray + Silver + Red

Pin Maite Granda

Accent a gray and white kitchen with a few red accents that will bring the space to life.

Interior designer Maite Granda paired white, gray, and silver finishes with fire engine red bar stools and an oversized floor lamp that give this contemporary coastal Florida kitchen some attitude.

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Yellow + Blue

Pin Pluck Kitchens

Use light fixtures to add color to your kitchen. 

Pluck Kitchens hung a trio of bright yellow midcentury Panton Flowerpot pendant lights above the island that add contrast with the soothing blue stacked vertical tiles and white cabinetry.

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Black + White + Gold

Pin Alvin Wayne

Black and gold accents will add sophistication to a white kitchen.

Interior designer Alvin Wayne gave this New York City apartment kitchen a DIY makeover with gold contact paper on the cabinets that reflects light and adds some bling to make the small space feel grand.

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Navy Blue + White

Pin Studio Peake

Navy and white is an easy combination that can work with a number of styles, from coastal to modern and traditional. 

Studio Peake paired navy vertical shiplap with white walls and countertops in this London kitchen for a timeless look.

Add Color on a BudgetChoose colorful kitchen linens to change the look of the room on a budget.

Cover a wall or backsplash with removable wallpaper.

Or choose colorful dishware, tableware, or glassware to lift a neutral space.

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Dark Red + Baby Blue

Pin Ashley Montgomery Design

In a large kitchen with hardwood floors, natural wood cabinets, and heavily veined marble countertops, a few color accents will add warmth.

Ashley Montgomery Design painted the base of the kitchen island dark red and highlighted the form of the range hood with pale blue-gray paint for contrast.

A plaid window shade over the sink and warm metal accents complete the space.

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Wine Red + Mustard Yellow

Pin deVOL Kitchens

Burgundy red and mustard yellow is a classic pairing that works well in a traditional-style kitchen.

Brass pulls on the cabinetry pulls the two colors together in this English kitchen from deVOL Kitchens.

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Orange + Yellow

Pin House of G Designs / Photo by Public 311 Design

Pair orange and yellow to bring vibrant energy to your kitchen. Use bold shades for a midcentury modern renovation.

Or use earth-tone shades of salmon and golden yellow for a more subtle retro feel, like this space from House of G Designs.

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Pearl Gray + White + Pink

Pin Fantastic Frank

Pair pearl gray cabinetry with subtle pink accents to soften a bright minimalist kitchen.

This Scandinavian kitchen from Fantastic Frank mixes cool gray with warm pink for a balanced feel.Cool and Warm ColorsLearn the basics of cool versus warm colors.

Being able to recognize the color temperature of any color you’re considering will help you choose the right color to coordinate with your counters and cabinetry.

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Green + White

Pin Design by Mendelson Group / Photo by Eric Piasecki

Accent with green paint, wallpaper, decor, or appliances to create a fresh and timeless feel. 

Mendelson Group set the tone with kitchen wallpaper on the ceiling in a green-and-white check pattern.

Green accents are carried throughout the kitchen with grass green paint on the island and a collection of decorative plates on the wall above the range.

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Chocolate Brown + Slate Gray

Pin Ashley Montgomery Design

Mix brown and gray with brass accents for a dark and cozy feel. 

Ashley Montgomery Design combined chocolate brown painted cabinetry with a dark stained wood backsplash, slate gray stone countertops, and aged brass accents for a moody farmhouse look.

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Pale Mint Green + White

Pin Desiree Burns Interiors

A hint of color will give a neutral kitchen a lift. 

Desiree Burns Interiors painted the main wall of this neutral white and light wood kitchen in a barely there shade of mint green that isn’t visible at first glance, but adds dimension while preserving an airy feel.

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Off-White + Taupe

Pin Jessica Nelson Design / Carina Skrobecki Photography

Paint modern farmhouse kitchen cabinets and trim taupe to add definition while retaining a neutral feel, like this space from Jessica Nelson Design that is warmer than pure white.

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Black + White + Green + Brass

Pin deVOL Kitchens

Add dimension to a black-and-white kitchen by alternating black and white finishes and decorating with natural green plants and brass accents.

This space from deVOL Kitchens incorporates a dramatic San Simone quartzite countertops and a matching backsplash that gives the space a sense of cohesion.

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White + Gray

Pin Brophy Interiors

Gray finishes in a mix of materials will add texture to a white-walled kitchen and a cool contrast with warm wood finishes. 

Brophy Interiors chose gray stone finishes, wallpaper, and art to bring pattern and movement into the contemporary space.

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Pink + Green + Blue

Pin deVOL Kitchens

Mix shades of green, blue, and pink to give walls, cabinets, and ceilings their own identity.

This English kitchen from deVOL Kitchens has pale pink walls, deep green backsplash tiles, blue cabinetry, and a sage green ceiling for an eclectic feel.

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Royal Blue + Blush Pink

Pin Pluck Kitchens

If your kitchen is open to the dining room, adding color can help it to feel integrated with the rest of your decor.

This modern space from Pluck Kitchens pairs royal blue with subdued blush pink for a high-contrast look.

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Gray + Blue + Black

Pin Fantastic Frank

Mix subdued shades to make an understated kitchen feel well-defined and intentional.

This serene space from Fantastic Frank pairs cool blue base cabinets and warm medium gray upper cabinets with black countertops and a matching backsplash for a streamlined feel.

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Yellow + Green

Pin deVOL Kitchens

Use nature-inspired tones of yellow and green to brighten up a rustic cottage-style kitchen.

This space from deVOL Kitchens combines stone walls and dark wood furniture with painted cabinetry for a cozy look.

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Black + Blue

Pin Brophy Interiors

Mix black and blue paint or finishes for a sophisticated feel. 

Brophy Interiors added a wall of navy blue cabinetry and a black charred wood dropped ceiling to add contrast with the marble walls and pale wood finishes in this contemporary kitchen.

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Blue + Gold

Pin Michelle Berwick Design

Pair dark blues with gold accents for a winning combination. 

Michelle Berwick Design paired navy cabinets with brass hardware and gold-tone pendant lights in this modern space.

Plenty of pale stone and light wood brightens the open-plan space.

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Pink Tiles + Teal Cabinets

Pin Pluck Kitchens

Pair medium pink backsplash tiles with teal base cabinets. 

Pluck Kitchens complemented the colorful combo with stainless steel countertops for a modern feel.

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Baby Blue + White

Pin White Sands

For a soft coastal feel, mix baby blue cabinetry with white walls. 

White Sands paired light blue upper and lower cabinetry with white walls, brass accents, and wood and woven bar stools in this L-shaped coastal kitchen.

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Black + Gray + Rose Gold

Pin BHDM Design / Photo by Brian

Ferry Mix dark cabinets with black countertops and a black tile backsplash for a moody feel. 

BHDM Design chose subtle rose gold hardware and fixtures to bring in some warmth.

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Khaki + Copper + Cream

Pin deVOL Kitchens

Pair khaki cabinetry with hand-aged copper countertops and a matching oven hood to complement warm creamy beige walls to create a timeless and traditional feel, like this space from deVOL Kitchens.

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Ultramarine Blue + Green

Pin Officine Gullo

Mix deep shades of green and blue to create a rich feel in a moody kitchen.

This space from Officine Gullo pairs an ultramarine blue island and cabinets with green marble countertops and burnished brass details for a luxurious feel.

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Pistachio + Canteloupe + Pink

Pin Pluck Kitchens

Mix sherbet shades of orange and green to add definition to cabinetry in a large modern kitchen.

Pluck Kitchens paired a cantaloupe orange island with pistachio green cabinets and a pink accent wall to add warmth and a wash of energizing color to this airy space.

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Red + Black

Pin deVOL Kitchens

Make a bold statement by pairing red and black. In this traditional space from deVOL Kitchens, dark red walls and black granite countertops add definition to the creamy light beige walls. Brass accents add luminosity.

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Beige + Brass

Pin Design by Mendelson Group / Photo by Eric Piasecki

Mix beige finishes with bright brass finishes to create a neutral space with plenty of warmth.

Mendelson Group paired a beige backsplash with beige-toned wood cabinetry, hanging a pair of oversized gold-toned brass pendants over the double islands that create a focal point.

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Yellow + Pink

Pin Pluck Kitchens

Pair golden buttercup yellow and pastel pink cabinetry to add warmth to a modern kitchen, like this space from Pluck Kitchens.

A gallery wall and open shelving filled with colorful books and objects adds another layer of color and decor.

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Blue + Green + Yellow

Pin Design by J Hill Interiors / Photo by Jenny Siegwart

Mix paint and wallpaper to add color and dimension to your kitchen. 

J Hill Interiors paired robin’s egg blue cabinetry with vibrant green-and-yellow botanical wallpaper in this vibrant eat-in kitchen.