A Guide to Choosing the Right Color and Style for Your Kitchen Cabinets

 

One of the biggest decisions you can make in your kitchen reno – what color and style of cabinets to choose. Your kitchen is the heart of your home, and truly sets the style and tone for your entire space. Beyond just functionality, your kitchen also reflects your style and personality.

In this guide we will walk you through the steps you can consider before picking the style and color of your aesthetic preferences.

 
 
 

YOUR KITCHENS VIBE

When you go through a custom home renovation, you have endless possibilities at your fingertips. You can design what you truly want, and what reflects your style and personality.

Consider your homes architecture and your current style trends. You want to draw the rest of the home together and have elements in your kitchen that tie into the rest of your home. The kitchen will be an extension of your taste – so decide first on where your style lies. Is it more modern, traditional, classic, contemporary, eclectic, or somewhere in between.

 

COLOR CHOICE

Choosing the right color for your cabinets is super important. Some options to consider:

 

  • NEUTRAL | You might want to stick with neutral tones like white, beige, or grey to offer timeless elegance and versatility.

  • WOOD TONES | You might want to lean towards Wood tones that bring warmth and authenticity into your kitchen. They also can bring a traditional vibe or modern vibe – depending on the wood stain you choose.

  • BOLD COLORS | You might want to go bold and choose colors like dark blue, rich green or a striking black to reflect your bold and beautiful style.

  • TWO TONED | Two toned can be a great modern choice if you want to add some visual interest and allows you to incorporate two colors throughout your kitchen.

 
 

TIE IN OTHER ELEMENTS

For a harmonious kitchen design, your cabinet color should complement any other key elements in your space. Such as:

  • BACKSPASH AND COUNTERTOPS | Make sure if you have your heart set on a color of backsplash or a type of countertop that they coordinate.

  • FLOORING | if you choose to go with wood cabinets, you will want to coordinate the color and type of wood stain to seamlessly blend with one another.

 
 

YOUR KITCHEN SIZE  

Your kitchen size also determining the right color and style you choose for your cabinets.

  • SMALLER KITCHENS | lighter colors make the space look bigger, so sometimes in a smaller space, you want to make sure you don’t close it in with too dark of colors and tones.

  • LARGE KITCHENS | In a spacious kitchen, you have more freedom to experiment with darker colors, two toned options and bold styles without overwhelming the space.

 

Choosing the right color and style for your kitchen cabinets involves a blend of personal taste, practical considerations, and an understanding of design principles. Let your kitchen tell your story, reflecting both functionality and aesthetics. Take your time, explore options, and craft a kitchen that feels like the heart of your home.

We get that this is overwhelming, and that is why we are here to help! Our designers can help take a deep dive into your personal style and taste, while making the right recommendations in the journey to develop the kitchen of your dreams!

 

 
Michell Lytle