White kitchens
White is a winning colour choice for kitchens and has survived multiple design shifts. White kitchens are popular for their modern, clean and simplistic look. They can also be easily customised to suit your home decor needs.
Check out these amazing modern white kitchen design ideas from IKEA and add a touch of elegance to your home.
A white kitchen is a great option for those looking to create a sleek, modern, and clutter-free space. White kitchens have been around since the 1800s but have only recently gained popularity in the past few decades.
In the past, white kitchens were "too sterile" and "too institutional". However, more people are opting for them now as they can be customised to any style. They also offer a blank canvas perfect for personalising any colour.
Modern white kitchens usually have an open floor plan allowing easy movement. It also features ample storage space to store all your dishes, pots, pans, and other kitchen gadgets so you can find what you need when you need it without any hassle.
Opting for white kitchen cabinets makes the space feel lighter and more spacious. White cabinets and walls reflect light and, as a result, reduce shadows. This helps give the illusion of an open floor plan, even if your space is on the smaller side.
Black and white kitchen design ideas
Incorporating black and white into your kitchen design is also a terrific way to create a clean, modern look. Here are some tips to help you get started:
- Choose one of the two colours for most of your kitchen surfaces.
- Use the other colour for accents, such as trims or accessories.
- Use both colours evenly throughout the space so that they don't compete with each other.
- Keep your cabinets white or light if possible to create a bright and airy feel in your kitchen.
Grey and white kitchen colour scheme
Grey and white is an easy to adapt colour palette that works well in any space. It’s versatile enough to fit in both contemporary and traditional spaces.
There are many ways to design a kitchen with grey and white elements. One way is to use dark wood cabinets paired with light countertops and backsplashes for contrast. Another option is to use light wood cabinets paired with dark countertops for contrast. Adding a touch of grey to a white kitchen helps bring out the lightness of the space and creates a subtle contrast.