Picking a kitchen cabinet color is a strategic decision – you want something that will stand the test of time, as well as be versatile enough to transition into different styles. For many, the solution has been, and always will be, gray or green.
Martha Stewart and Reese Witherspoon are both in this camp, with each boasting subtle, gray-green cabinets in their respective kitchens.
Their spaces are giving us some major green kitchen ideas, despite being decades apart from one another. Martha Stewart's gray-green cabinets evoke a more nostalgic feel, while Reese's are contemporary. However, they both have a glass front, which evokes an old-money feel alongside the gray hue. The result just so happens to be on trend for this year.
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If you want to flirt with this hue before painting your cabinets, these vases make it simple. We love these ceramic pots, perfect for introducing a dash of this celeb-approved color. Fill with fresh eucalyptus for a calming result.
Add a twist to your kitchen countertop with this beautiful ruffled stoneware vase in the all-important gray-green colorway. The reactive glaze creates an eye-catching finish unique to each decorative piece. It's the kitchen accessory you didn't realize you needed.
Ideal for styling with any of your favorite vases (or the gray-green piece shown here), this eucalyptus branch is a versatile way to introduce the color to your kitchen. They're full of texture and will retain their beautiful shape all summer long.
According to design experts, lighter varieties of green, from gray-green to sage, are perfect for kitchens due to their relaxing and soothing properties. They are also reminiscent of the natural world, pairing well with natural materials like wood.
'Whisper-soft sage green makes for a beautiful, neutral backdrop, creating spaces that are simultaneously relaxed and sophisticated,” says London-based, luxury interior designer, Rebecca Hughes. The hue also serves as a connecting element from interior to exterior, making it the perfect choice for an inviting family kitchen or mudroom.'
Alternatively, olive green makes a great pick for those wanting a bit of a warmer feel to their kitchen.
'It’s no secret green kitchens have become a timeless classic,' Rebecca explains. 'The versatile color works magic as either an earthy, neutral backdrop or a bold statement piece in your scheme. With its warm and organic feel, the olive color used in our recent Kensington Townhouse project – paired with navy cabinetry, walnut furniture, and brass hardware – delivers that perfect balance of comfort and style.'
It's clear that green kitchens are not going out of style anytime soon, and opting for a gray-green paint color is a great way to ensure longevity and versatility.
