Colorful kitchens—11 inspiring examples that prove different shades suit the heart of the home
Goodbye, white! See you later, black! Color is now welcome in the kitchen. Which shade would you choose?
1. Gorgeous teal
If you’re torn between blue and green, the solution might be petrol blue. This exciting shade pairs well with warm tones like red and orange. The ‘Neve’ cabinets from Keittiömaailma’s À la Carte collection are painted with the teal NCS shade 7813-B42G. The backsplash is natural quartz by Ylämaan graniitti. The brass faucet is by Damixa, and the bar handles are from Helakauppa.
2. Delicate pastels
Soft pastel shades take you right back to the 1950s. When this kitchen in a city home was renovated, the upper cabinets received a fresh coat of paint, while the worn-out lower cabinets were completely replaced. The handleless cabinets by Helno are a modern complement to the original upper cabinets, respecting the spirit of the era.
3. Pink from the 80s
Why choose color only for the cabinets when you can pick a shade for the entire room! If the full set is too much, you can try blending just the upper cabinets into the wall. The stone countertops add an 80s vibe to the space. The walls and the kitchen cabinets by Aina-keittiöt are painted with Teknos’s color T1559. The cooker hood is from the Klarstein online store. The kitchen was designed by Meja Hynynen, whose previous home was pink from floor to ceiling.
4. Gray chameleon
The shades of these kitchen surfaces are from Finnish designer Klaus Haapaniemi’s palette. The atmospheric ensemble proves that dark is not synonymous with gloomy. The smoky gray cabinets pick up interesting nuances from the surrounding hues. By simply changing the palette, the mood can transform completely. The brass handles bring a touch of elegance to the space. The faucet is by Tapwell. The kitchen was renewed in a full renovation that covered the entire residence.
Gray is surprisingly nuanced alongside other colors.
5. Heavenly blue
The essential element in this kitchen’s atmosphere is the strong yet calm blue-gray shade of the walls, ‘LB2 Astrid’ by Cover Story. The blue kitchen cabinets by Oodi harmonize perfectly with the wall color. Black details, such as the knobs, sink, faucet, and appliances sharpen the overall look. The red ‘w153 Île’ table lamp by Wästberg, which is attached to the wall shelf, is both a fun detail and a contrast color.
Remember the power of complementary colors. They enhance their counterparts and add a pleasing contrast to the space when used moderately.
6. Fresh mint
In this Helsinki home’s kitchen, the aim was to restore more than just the stylistic features of the 1950s house. The fresh mint green kitchen with its bar handles is almost like the original. The renovation was implemented by Jalokaluste.
7. Elegantly greenish
To get a truly unique kitchen that fits the dimensions of your home, you can have it custom-made. This distinctive kitchen in a family home was created according to the residents’ designs by a local carpenter. The lovely greenish shade is NCS S7005-G20Y, which pairs fabulously with the brick wall revealed during the renovation. The countertops are marble.
8. Blue is the new black
Are you dreaming of a black kitchen? A deep dark blue (or another color) can create the same feeling, but a little more gently. An open kitchen without upper cabinets works especially well in a space where you want to maintain a living-room-like atmosphere. This dark blue kitchen is from HTH’s collection.
Get a sample or paint a test patch in the space that you’re considering adding color to. You can find a great shade from any and every color.
9. Subtle color mix
The bold will color not only the kitchen cabinets but also the walls! When the shades are subtle, the overall effect remains calm. The walls are painted with Auro’s clay paints. The greenish shade is K504, and the reddish hallway sports L493. The sky-blue Epoq kitchen completes the pastel color range.
There’s no need to say goodbye to white entirely. It’s an excellent freshener even as small splashes.
10. Blue and white
The classic colors of the Finnish flag work in the kitchen too. When the upper section is calm, you can go wild with the lower cabinets. Blue, green, or maybe red? Choose hues of your favorite color. The blue solid wood furnishings are by Kvänum.
11. Sky blue from yesteryear
In this 1950s terraced house, the cabinetry from the same decade was bought second-hand. The cabinets were refurbished and painted. If you’re looking for a similar blue shade, one option is Kissankello (‘Bluebell’) by Uula. The wooden handles are stained with the same shade as Finnish designer Ilmari Tapiovaara’s iconic Pirkka furniture.
