Kitchen featuring a custom stainless hood on book matched soap stone back splash. Photography: Greg Premru
Kitchen - large traditional l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen idea in Boston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, black backsplash, stone slab backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Valerio Residence

Hayley Bridges Design

Eat-in kitchen - mid-sized coastal u-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen idea in Santa Barbara with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood countertops, gray backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Timeless Traditional White Kitchen

Noah & Lilly Kitchen Design

Eat-in kitchen - mid-sized traditional l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen idea in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, gray backsplash, subway tile backsplash, paneled appliances, an island and gray countertops

Large Walk-In Kitchen Pantry with Custom Baking Racks in Royersford, PA

Victory Closets

Large walk-in kitchen pantry with rounded corner shelves in 2 far corners. Installed to replace existing builder-grade wire shelving. Custom baking rack for pans. Wall-mounted system with extended height panels and custom trim work for floor-mount look. Open shelving with spacing designed around accommodating client's clear labeled storage bins and other serving items and cookware.

Parkview

Warmington & North

Custom cabinetry by Warmington & North Architect: Hoedemaker Pfeiffer Photography: Haris Kenjar
Inspiration for a timeless u-shaped kitchen pantry remodel in Seattle with open cabinets, white cabinets, wood countertops and white backsplash

90 year old beauty on Birch Rd

Gilley Kitchen + Bath

A sweet walnut roll-out shelf that brings the coffee station into easy reach.
Mid-sized elegant medium tone wood floor and brown floor enclosed kitchen photo in Bridgeport with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and white countertops

Shuffling The Decks

Jaffe Architecture

Example of a large trendy light wood floor, brown floor and tray ceiling eat-in kitchen design in Chicago with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, paneled appliances, an island and white countertops

Modern Farmhouse

Old Hillsboro Building Company

Inspiration for a large cottage single-wall medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen pantry remodel in Nashville with wood countertops, a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Custom kitchen and family room remodel, Sudbury, MA

Platt Builders

Greg Premru Photography, Inc
Elegant l-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen photo in Boston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Base Magic Corner Cabinet

Cabinet Innovations

Base magic corner to maximize storage options in your kitchen. All inset cabinets by Wood-Mode 42. Featuring the Alexandria Recessed door style on Opaque Putty finish.

Bright English Beach Cottage

Alison Kandler Interior Design

Kitchen
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Armonk Residence

Gallin Beeler Design Studio

Christopher Galluzzo
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Surfside Nantucket

Jane Beiles Photography

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Kitchens

Jan Gleysteen Architects, Inc

Photography by Richard Mandelkorn
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Forever Farmhouse

GLDESIGN

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Cherokee Blvd Project

Cabry Design LLC

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Southlake Transitional Remodel

Le Belle Maison Interiors Inc.

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Minikahda Refresher

Sicora Design/Build

Rift Sawn cabinets Granite countertops Red Oak flooring Farmkid studios
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Wellesley - Contemporary Farm House

Structure Home

Set upon an oversized and highly sought-after creekside lot in Brentwood, this two story home and full guest home exude a casual, contemporary farmhouse style and vibe. The main residence boasts 5 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms, each ensuite with thoughtful touches that accentuate the home’s overall classic finishes. The master retreat opens to a large balcony overlooking the yard accented by mature bamboo and palms. Other features of the main house include European white oak floors, recessed lighting, built in speaker system, attached 2-car garage and a laundry room with 2 sets of state-of-the-art Samsung washers and dryers. The bedroom suite on the first floor enjoys its own entrance, making it ideal for guests. The open concept kitchen features Calacatta marble countertops, Wolf appliances, wine storage, dual sinks and dishwashers and a walk-in butler’s pantry. The loggia is accessed via La Cantina bi-fold doors that fully open for year-round alfresco dining on the terrace, complete with an outdoor fireplace. The wonderfully imagined yard contains a sparkling pool and spa and a crisp green lawn and lovely deck and patio areas. Step down further to find the detached guest home, which was recognized with a Decade Honor Award by the Los Angeles Chapter of the AIA in 2006, and, in fact, was a frequent haunt of Frank Gehry who inspired its cubist design. The guest house has a bedroom and bathroom, living area, a newly updated kitchen and is surrounded by lush landscaping that maximizes its creekside setting, creating a truly serene oasis.

Brooklyn Heights Residence

Mahle Design LLC

Brooklyn Heights Residence Kitchen photography by Patrick Cline
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen remodel in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, marble backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

White Kitchen Cabinet Ideas

Painting your kitchen cabinets white is a smart design move that will likely keep you satisfied for years to come. That’s because white kitchen cabinets are classic, yet can go in a number of different design directions. From rustic farmhouse to sleek modern kitchens, going with lighter shades offers versatility and beauty. While you browse white kitchen cabinets ideas, consider what shade you like and how it would blend with the other colors and materials in your kitchen.

Choose a Direction, From Modern to Rustic White Kitchens

Settling on a white kitchen is just the beginning. From there, you can go with several different styles. Consider what you’re drawn to, as well as the overall style of your home and its natural surroundings. White shaker kitchen cabinets are a popular choice for their clean and simple look. Shaker cabinets have a recessed panel, simple hardware and little decoration — and work with most styles of kitchens. If you’re going for a more ornate look, you can try to find antique white kitchen cabinets with extra embellishments and molding (or a contemporary look-alike).

On the other hand, white is also the perfect color for modern kitchens. If you’re going for minimalist, Scandinavian style, modern white kitchen cabinets in a basic slab pattern can be very sophisticated. Add in some gold or silver hardware, and your cabinets will take on a chic contemporary look. Keep in mind that painting your cabinets white doesn’t mean the whole kitchen has to be light-colored. For a moody vibe, try pairing white kitchen cabinets with dark floors. Finally, while not strictly white, you can also go for a modern European aesthetic with white oak kitchen cabinets. This light wood pairs beautifully with white finishes for a warmer feel.

Pick a Color Palette to Match Your Kitchen’s Style

White comes in a number of different finishes, from bright glossy shades to more muted creams. In general, brighter whites work well with modern and contemporary kitchens, while off-whites and creams look best in more traditional spaces. While you browse photos, take note of kitchen paint colors that pair well with white cabinets. It’s a good idea to paint small sections of your cabinets with the paint tones you’re considering, and leave them there for a week. That way, you can see how the light in your kitchen works with certain colors. Off white kitchen cabinets are a popular choice, as they look good in most lighting.

You’ll also need to consider the best kitchen colors with white cabinets. While you can paint your walls white, beiges, creams and grays also blend nicely. For a striking look, paint your walls blue or green, or use a colorful tile backsplash to add contrast. When it comes to countertops, almost any material will pair well, from quartz to butcher block. It’s classic to pair white kitchen cabinets with granite countertops, although you may want to choose a lighter-colored granite. If you are going with stone counters, pairing them with white distressed kitchen cabinets can be a great way to achieve a more rustic look.

Whether you want inspiration for planning a kitchen with white cabinets renovation or are building a designer kitchen from scratch, Houzz has 478,383 images from the best designers, decorators, and architects in the country, including Mahle Design LLC and Alison Kandler Interior Design. Look through kitchen pictures in different colors and styles and when you find a kitchen with white cabinets design that inspires you, save it to an Ideabook or contact the Pro who made it happen to see what kind of design ideas they have for your home. Explore the beautiful kitchen with white cabinets photo gallery and find out exactly why Houzz is the best experience for home renovation and design.