The unifying power of white cabinets is a rare point of agreement among designers. This shade is often called 'eternal' because it's versatile enough to shine in any space, including Jamie Lee Curtis's expansive Los Angeles kitchen.
Jamie Lee Curtis's white kitchen cabinet color is a classic choice. It's easy to see why, as this tone carries a 'dream kitchen' quality that's likely to remain stylish for decades to come. As the cooler, darker days of autumn and winter approach, the bright, airy feel of white is even more appealing.
'When it comes to designing your dream kitchen, we always suggest prioritizing truly timeless colors and designs that you will love for a lifetime,' comments Mor Krisher, the head of product design at Caesarstone. While all neutrals feel timeless, white kitchens often lead the way.
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Brighten your kitchen with a bouquet in a sleek black matte vase. Its elegant, tapered shape gives a high-end look while staying surprisingly affordable. Style it with light-colored flowers for a visually striking and modern contrast that livens up any countertop.
This signed and stamped ‘second edition’ print by Los Angeles artist Rob Reynolds mirrors the poster in Jamie’s kitchen. Part of his Campaigns series, its vivid orange background pops against a neutral wall, adding a subtle burst of color and a positive message that will brighten any space.
Introduced in 1816, Blue Italian is Spode’s iconic blue-and-white collection, still in production today. Its timeless design combines a detailed 18th-century Imari-inspired border with a serene pastoral scene inspired by the Italian countryside.
Tom Howley is one of the many designers who champion white kitchens, noting that while the color has always been popular, it's seen a particular surge in recent years. This is because our kitchens now host more than just mealtimes.
'We have seen such a shift in how we want our homes to look, feel, and function over the past few years. This is inevitable because of just how much time we've spent in them, having transitioned from the bustle of commuting to an office into a work-from-home lifestyle,' Howley begins.
He adds that as we spend more time indoors during the holiday season and beyond, 'We need our homes to feel that much roomier, lighter, and brighter. White kitchens do this perfectly, offering an energizing, transformative aesthetic to any space and mastering the art of illusion, making smaller rooms feel bigger.'
In her kitchen, Jamie Lee Curtis chose an off-white kitchen cabinet color that perfectly complements her marble island and countertops. Painting your cabinets is perhaps the simplest way to get Curtis's look. However, as Mor explains, investing in white kitchen countertops can make a profound statement.
'Although the kitchen countertop is often one of the last elements to be installed, this doesn't mean it should be low on your kitchen design priority list,' he says.
'The countertop is part of the foundation of a kitchen design as one of the most visually prominent areas, as well as often receiving heavy usage on a daily basis, that is why it should be considered first and not be compromised. Repainting your cabinetry at a later date is an option, but it is important to choose your counter surface with longevity in mind.'
