All-white kitchens a clean, classic look always in style

Browsing through any design magazine, you’ll see an abundance of wonderfully colourful kitchens. From rich deep blues and greens to warm toned woods and even fun-filled pastels. So, does this mean that white kitchens are no longer popular? On the contrary. White kitchens are a classic. Therefore, whichever way the current trends lead us, white kitchens are still a much sought-after mainstay. The bright, fresh look and feel of white kitchen cabinetry never really loses its appeal, and for many is the goal for their kitchen renovation.

Kitchens are the heart of the home, and therefore should reflect your own personal style and way of living. White cabinets are timeless – there’s just no arguing that. They are an easy commitment that will offer you a lot of flexibility when it comes to the final aesthetics of your kitchen.

Finishes, colours and inspirations

However, moving beyond an all-white kitchen can open you up to a world of finishes, colours and inspirations that can see some of the current kitchen trends introduced into your space. Whether you add some dimension to your kitchen with a patterned backsplash, an impactful floor tile, touches of coloured cabinetry or mixed metals and hardware, there are a multitude of ways to punctuate the simple all-white kitchen.

Another way to change up the all-white vibe of your space is by using different shades for your cabinetry. There’s an almost infinite number of tones and shades of white, and moving to a warmer, earthier white can make all the difference in your kitchen. It could be the way to go for a more traditionally inspired space, compared to a starker white which lends itself well to a contemporary style influence.

As shown in the accompanying images, by using a much warmer white for one of our kitchen’s designs and punching it up with a great charcoal-coloured floor tile, we have added a bit of a modern feel to a more traditional setting. In contrast, a stark white kitchen with warm wood accents conveys a more modern space.

Wood accents

Personally, I love the look of white mixed with wood accents. White oak has been increasing in popularity as a wood finish, and it pairs perfectly with white to create a great look that satisfies so many different styles and settings. You can easily introduce a wood feature in your kitchen with floating wood shelves, an island, countertop, wood inlay tiles for your backsplash, hardware or something as simple as barstools. Whichever way best suits your desires, you’re sure to see the end result is fantastic and feels much warmer and more inviting than an all-white kitchen.

Today the movement is more towards a streamlined look that highlights simplicity, functionality and minimalism. Though the white-on-white kitchen has waned in popularity, white cabinetry has not, and will always be timeless. Instead of dreaming of an all-white kitchen, think about shaking it up a little with the addition of colour appliances, a fun backsplash, wood accents or a punchy floor. When looking for inspiration for your kitchen renovation, look to see how you can introduce a mix of colours, textures and finishes that will create for you a kitchen space that keeps you moving forward trend-wise while still giving you the white kitchen you desire.