Can the classic white kitchen ever meet its match? Though timeless and versatile, this tone can risk feeling too clinical, so there's a desire for more statement, cocooning colors in 2026. Naturally, Brooklyn Beckham and Nicola Peltz were ahead of the curve.
According to top designers, dark blue cabinetry is among the most significant kitchen cabinet color trends for the new year. According to designer Tom Howley, rich blues, greens, and dark, moody shades made up 66% of kitchens sold last year, up from 50% just a year ago, and this trend doesn't show any signs of wavering in 2026.
While all blue kitchen ideas have their aesthetic benefits, there's something about Brooklyn and Nicola's moody shade that feels particularly chic. If you're looking to tap into this emerging color trend, their space is the ultimate blueprint.
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Add charm and elegance to your kitchen with this ceramic vase set, finished in a glossy blue glaze and shaped with classic sophistication. Ideal for displaying fresh herbs, small blooms, or seasonal stems, these vases bring a stylish accent to countertops or windowsills.
This kitchen canister set features a chic diamond-embossed design with knobbed lids. Ideal for organizing everyday essentials like flour, sugar, coffee, or tea, it also adds a stylish decorative accent to your kitchen countertop.
Crafted from 100% cotton, these soft and absorbent napkins are ideal for spills, messes, and wiping hands. Their delicate blue hue adds a charming touch to any table, making them suitable for everything from casual brunches to elegant dinners.
'It’s clear that consumer tastes are shifting, and kitchens are becoming far more expressive spaces than ever before. For years, white and soft neutrals dominated, favoured for their clean, classic appeal. But increasingly, homeowners are seeking individuality, warmth, and personality in their kitchens,' Tom Howley says.
'Colors like forest green, navy, and charcoal grey strike that perfect balance – they’re bold without being overpowering, timeless but still fresh.'
Alongside its aesthetic, Tom explains that the desire for moodier hues is a result of a 'deeper emotional shift at play.'
'Since spending more time at home, people are craving interiors that feel grounding and cocooning. Darker hues naturally offer that sense of comfort and intimacy – qualities that stark white often struggles to deliver,' he says.
'Additionally, as kitchen layouts become more zoned and multi-functional, color has become an important way to create mood and define character.'
Experimenting with blue is never a bad idea, but as we start the new year, we can't stop looking at this image of Brooklyn and Nicola's kitchen. If there's ever a time to follow their lead, it's now.
