Decorating Rooms Kitchens Kitchen Colors 30 White Kitchen Ideas to Suit Any Style These design ideas are stunning reminders that white kitchens never go out of style. By Caitlin Sole Caitlin Sole Caitlin Sole is the senior home editor at BHG. She is a writer and editor with nearly a decade of interior design expertise. She has vast experience with digital media, including SEO, photo shoot production, video production, eCommerce content, print collaboration, and custom sales content. Learn about BHG's Editorial Process Updated on January 24, 2024 Trending Videos Close this video player Whether they're white on white, warmed with wood, or sparked with color, white kitchens blend into any home. Use these white kitchen ideas to discover the best way to pull off the classic look in your home. 01 of 30 Room for All Crisp white kitchen cabinets stretch to the ceiling in this kitchen and create a spacious feel. Meanwhile, the large gray island adds weight, along with seating and prep space. A textured backsplash behind the sink gives the white palette added interest. Touches of black add to the glamor of the design. Easy Guide to Cabinetry 02 of 30 Modern Finishes Subway tile comes in various colors, layouts, and sizes, but traditional white tiles fit any kitchen style. Used as a backsplash and paired with open shelving, the subway tile here provides a blank slate for sparkling finishes and a bold blue range. White cabinets paired with brass hardware complement similar finishes found on the pendant light, faucet, and range. 17 Subway Tile Ideas That Are Far From Boring 03 of 30 Colorful Neutrals Home of Lee Rhodes and husband Peter Seligman. Neutrals act as a splash of color in this all-white kitchen. White walls and base cabinets provide a blank canvas just waiting for some color. A butcher-block island countertop, wood stools, and wood shelving disperse rich honey hues throughout the space. Although wood is a neutral, the red tone in the grain instantly warms the space. 14 Wood Countertop Ideas for a Naturally Beautiful Kitchen 04 of 30 Setting the Stage With countertops and a backsplash as beautiful as this, there's no need to dress up the rest of the kitchen. If you have your eye on a stunning marble countertop, consider going all-white for the cabinets and walls and let your kitchen's stone surfaces do all the talking. Pair the cabinets with simple nickel or chrome handles and drawer pulls to complement the gray finishes. 05 of 30 Live Large If your kitchen is smaller than you'd like, continue the paint color into the surrounding rooms. This will remove the visual barrier and suggest a more open layout. White also bounces light around a room, making it feel more spacious. This trick can even physically expand your kitchen, because the undefined space allows you to place breakfast bar stools in the living room area. 06 of 30 Simple Beauty A cool blue paint color (inspired by the subtle veining in the marble countertop) adds life to this white kitchen. Simple cabinet fronts, stainless-steel accents, and subway tiles finish the classic look. Silver appliances and light fixtures pair well with the bright white of this modern kitchen. 38 Beautiful and Functional White Kitchen Ideas 07 of 30 Cozy in Cream Here, a white kitchen is made cozy by a warm palette and varied textures. Creamy white paint and intricate details create a tried-and-true traditional look. Chicken-wire cabinet fronts and collections on display add a bit of country flair. Fundamental Kitchen Design Guidelines to Know Before You Remodel 08 of 30 Ultimate U-Shaped Kitchen Small, but mighty, this white kitchen is all about function. The U-shape layout is practical, while the glass tile backsplash adds beauty to this hardworking space. White countertops connect all three walls and keeps the space from feeling closed-in. 3 Gorgeous U-Shaped Kitchens That Utilize the Layout Efficiently 09 of 30 High-Contrast Space High-contrast white kitchen ideas rely on impact, balance, and warmth to create a cohesive space. Here, pops of green and yellow add playfulness to the room, while classic white kitchen cabinets and a coffered ceiling anchor the space in tradition. The overall space is refreshing thanks to a wall of windows that allow light to pour in and reflect the natural world outside. 10 of 30 Tradition with a Twist Furniture-style details help this all white kitchen stand out. An oversized island is perfect for a trio of bar stools accented in cobalt blue. Precious blue and white pottery continues the color scheme around the room. 11 of 30 It's a Classic Unlike some fads—the 1970s gold and avocado, for instance—white kitchens never look dated. Straight-line cabinets with hefty hardware look solid and promise longevity. For this white kitchen idea, gray granite countertops add contrast and help incorporate the stainless-steel appliances and brushed-nickel hardware. Small White Kitchens That Pack a Big Punch 12 of 30 Mass Appeal The neutral setting of an all white kitchen is a positive feature that feels easy to live with. A combination of stainless steel appliances, crisp white cabinets, a large island, and hardwood floors creates an appealing work space. The gray-blue of the island acts as an exciting neutral in the space. 13 of 30 Budget-Wise Decision White appliances are usually in stock, and they often cost less than other finishes. Paired with white kitchen cabinets, you can't beat this ultra-sleek look. What's more, buying white appliances lets you splurge on other products, such as flooring, light fixtures, and countertops. Our Complete Guide to Types of Kitchen Cabinets for Your Home 14 of 30 Wide-Open Spaces White cabinets and appliances open up a space, which is perfect for a smaller layout. In this kitchen, the large island provides much of the room's counterspace and is situated to provide a solid working triangle between it, the stove, and the refrigerator. The island also provides storage for cookbooks, which would otherwise take up valuable cabinet space. Kitchen Island Designs We Love 15 of 30 Open Up With Light Pale surfaces reflect natural and artificial light to help a cramped kitchen feel bigger and brighter. Just make sure you do the research before painting the cabinets white, so you get the best result. Affordable paint comes in hundreds of white tones. Choose a warm shade if the room faces north or east, and a cool one if it's oriented south or west. Should You Spray or Brush-Paint Cabinets? Here's What the Pros Recommend 16 of 30 Very Versatile It's easy to update your white kitchen with the latest colorful surfaces, small appliances, and decorative accessories. Try accenting white cabinets and appliances with a painted island, or put colorful dishware on display. With white as the base color, it's easy to update and freshen your kitchen with splashes of color. 17 Stunning White Kitchen Cabinets That Will Brighten Your Space 17 of 30 Choose the Best White Cabinet Color White is an easy, practical choice for any style of kitchen cabinets. When it comes to paint colors, however, it's important to remember that white isn't just "white". To make your space sing, choose the right white for your kitchen—and know the difference between "crisp white" and "warm white". 18 of 30 Disappearing Acts In open-plan kitchens, installing white appliances with white cabinets keeps your range, dishwasher, and refrigerator from standing out. Avoid visually harsh dark holes without the cost of trim panels. All white can feel stark, so adding a natural element, like this butcher-block counter, warms the space. 19 of 30 Show Off Collections White is the ideal backdrop for collections, like ceramic dishes and colorful glassware. It's a also great way to showcase tone-on-tone ironstone or bold art pottery. Glass-front cabinets and open shelving in this kitchen, for example, showcase dish collections. 12 Open Kitchen Shelving Ideas That Will Update Your Space 20 of 30 Keep It Current For a new look every few years, just change your cabinet hardware. Switch from subtle white-painted wood knobs to fanciful glass or ceramic accents—or try metal pulls that echo the appliances, such as this range hood. Thanks to an occasional (and economical) hardware swap, this kitchen has stayed up-to-date with the latest trends. How to Replace Cabinet Hardware 21 of 30 Call of Nature Organic and natural materials, such as wood, stone, shell, bamboo, and wicker, feel calming and harmonious next to white's cool purity. In this kitchen, wood beams, a stained-wood island, and stools with lots of texture make the space feel opulent, but welcoming. It's further proof that with warm white kitchen ideas like this, it's possible to make all-white feel more natural. 22 of 30 Blank Slate White kitchen cabinets and fixtures partner with sleek stainless steel and glass, blurring the line between contemporary and traditional in this kitchen. Add in some vintage country or rich traditional furnishings for even more personality. Strong doses of color add personality to the space. 23 of 30 Formal Foundation This white kitchen is open to the dining and living room, so the homeowners chose to continue the formal look with painted cabinetry, dark granite countertops, and splashes of red inspired by artwork in the adjoining room. Instead of backsplash tiles above the stovetop, the homeowners used a thick pane of glass, allowing light to stream in all day long. 24 of 30 Cozy Cottage Style White kitchen cabinets, marble countertops, and the range hood provide a background for this kitchen's soft green backsplash tiles. The subtle color and texture of the glass tiles serve to elevate the style, while stools fabricated to match tie the design together. 16 Stunning Glass Tile Backsplash Ideas 25 of 30 Supporting Role Changing paint colors and light fixtures are quick, easy ways to update white kitchens. In this one, the key elements are all white, including the cabinets, island, and tile backsplash. The homeowner then added color in a truly unexpected place—inside the coffered ceiling. The blue ceiling and colorful accessories provide some serious style—and can easily be changed when it's time to freshen things up. 26 of 30 Mix and Match Opting for all white kitchen cabinets doesn't mean you can't use color elsewhere. Here, a colorful island adds personality to an otherwise traditional white kitchen. The blue island also coordinates with the cool gray countertops and stainless steel accents. How to Paint Kitchen Cabinets Like a Pro 27 of 30 Modern Appeal Flat-panel white cabinets topped with stainless steel set the tone for a modern white kitchen. If your kitchen doesn't have a built-in island, add a stainless-steel chef's cart or a stand-alone island. Adding castors to the cart makes it a portable prep, dining, and serving space. 28 of 30 Great Sink Even though this kitchen has been newly remodeled, the apron-front sink, furniture-style legs, and curving faucet give this kitchen an air of history. The oil-rubbed bronze cabinet pulls were inspired by dark flecks in the granite countertop, and help break up the wall of white. A large window, uninterrupted by shades, lets natural light bounce around the room. 29 of 30 Whitewashed and Wonderful These unmatched chairs around a farmhouse table are unified by a coat of white paint. Varying shades and textures of white—in the wall treatment, cabinets, appliances, floors, and chairs—bring this kitchen together but keep it from feeling flat. By mixing tones and textures, a normally traditional white-on-white kitchen has a collected and casual aesthetic. 30 of 30 Balancing Act The combination of reflective surfaces in this all white kitchen is offset by the natural wood beams overhead and textured rugs below. Industrial-style light fixtures and metal stools provide depth and personality. The mixing of styles makes this modern kitchen one to behold. We have been designing kitchens for decades and somehow white kitchen ideas never seem to fall out of fashion. And why not? With a backdrop of crisp white (or warm, creamy white), you have a blank canvas to create the kitchen of your dreams. To make it work in your home, choose a shade that complements the rest of your decor. Use texture and contrast to keep the space from falling flat and—if you can—incorporate natural light. This will bring energy and openness to the room. When it comes to decorating (whether you love a farmhouse, modern, or French countryside look), it will be the accents that set the space apart. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit