Grey painted kitchens
40 Gray Kitchens That Are Anything But Dull
If our “graydar” is correct, gray is coming in hot this season—or rather, very achromatic. While all-white kitchens have been all the rage during our Covid-confined era, and colorful kitchens are now having a moment, the in-between is becoming the ultimate sign of sophistication. From a light barely-there hue to a moody charcoal shade—a gray palette in your cookery is tasteful, understated, and endlessly versatile. In short, it creates a space that is muted in all the right ways. Ready to go beyond black and white? Check out these gray kitchens that we’ve culled from the archives and we dare you not to go to the dark side.
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Charcoal Cabinetry
Travis Mark
Emmy Rossum’s New York apartment kitchen is a modern take on traditional glamour. With the refrigerator, dishwasher, and washer/dryer cleverly concealed, who knows what else Brooklyn-born designer Antonino Buzzetta is hiding behind these charcoal-hued custom Scavolini cabinets?
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Hearthstone Hues
James Merrell
This idyllic Long Island farmhouse is the stuff of our cottagecore dreams. With cabinetry painted in Benjamin Moore’s Hearthstone, a marble sink, and fittings by Sonoma Forge, Steven Gambrel brings clarity and coherence to a once-unwieldy farmhouse space that dates back to the 1840s. This now-sophisticated cookspace proves that gray is the ultimate timelessness.
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Understated Elegance
Katie Charlotte
Sometimes full-throttle is too much. Case in point: this Cortney Bishop-designed beach house kitchen, which features a hood, cabinetry, and doors in a gunmetal gray that is just a few notches below black. Paired with a bright white marble island, the result is an understated high contrast look that knows just when to reign it in.
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One-Tone Touches
Stephen Kent Johnson
Monochrome is always a good idea, especially when it comes to gray. In this minimalist West Village apartment, gray cabinetry meets a gray backsplash against a (you guessed it) gray countertop.
Add generous skylights and a streamlined design, and you’ve got a minimalist marvel that doesn't need a touch of color to show personality.
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Striped Surrealism
Mikhail Loskutov
This one-of-a-kind St. Petersburg apartment kitchen, designed by Tim Veresnovsky, turns the notion of gray on its head. Look closely at the eucalyptus veneer that covers the walls, cabinets, and chair—and you’ll see black and white stripes. But step back and the effect is a gray that’s brimming with dimension. This pint-size space proves that there is more than one way to combine colors.
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Metallic Palette
Simon Upton
This Jean-Louis Deniot–designed Miami kitchen proves that size does not equivalate to grandeur. With custom stainless-steel cabinetry that has been laser-printed with an abstract pattern, this small yet striking kitchen contains layers of intrigue and character within its dance of natural light.
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Reductive Design
Erik Undéhn
This is minimalism taken to the extreme. This modernist Stockholm apartment is free of any ornamentation and features stainless-steel countertops and lower cabinets. Here, the stainless steel gray adds refinement to an otherwise austere space for a sleek and clean look. Because less really is more.
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Brass Accents
Douglas Friedman
A quick peek into Jonathan Adler and Simon Doonan’s glitzy apartment in Greenwich Village will reveal how a calm and cool gray kitchen can level out an otherwise vibrant space. These chic gray cabinets really pop against the brass Jonathan Adler hardware, with a marble countertop and backsplash that ties in the gray hues.
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Sparse Deliniations
Simon Upton
In this New York townhouse kitchen, subtlety is played out in clean lines and sparse juxtapositions.
White cabinets are cooly contrasted with stainless accents in the pendants, cabinetry, appliances, and Corten steel tiles. The lesson in this chic kitchen: sophistication can be achieved through the use of negative space. The pendants are from a Czechoslovakian factory and the 1940s stools are by Warren McArthur.
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Steel Everything
Ricardo Labougle
Juliana Lima Vasconcellos’s Rio pied-à-terre is a lesson in framing: the deep gray stainless steel and tile almost seems to encase the Hermes Erbanesteria table and Andrée Putman chairs, allowing the vibrant wood to really stand out. The Brazilian way, of course!
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Historic Gray Kitchen
William Abranowicz
Deep gray details give this historic New York kitchen a modern feel. The farmer's sink is by Waterworks and the countertop is from Caesarstone.
The cabinets are painted in Benjamin Moore's Amherst Gray.
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London-Inspired Gray Kitchen
Photography by Eric Piasecki
An abundance of gray tones fill a Manhattan kitchen designed by Steven Gambrel. The space, which is inspired by a popular London cocktail bar, includes custom kitchen cabinetry and an island, as well as glossy subway tiles by Ann Sacks. The chandelier is Serge Mouille.
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Glossy Gray Kitchen
Simon Upton
Gray tiles in a pearl-like finish boost the style factor in this cozy Manhattan kitchen designed by retail guru Patricia Greene Isen, featuring black and white checkered flooring.
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Elegant Gray
Victor Demarchelier
The Miami aerie that supermodel Joan Smalls calls home features a kitchen that's outfitted with gray seating by RH, Restoration Hardware, which complements the gray cabinetry.
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Sleek Gray
William Abranowicz
Workshop/APD's Matt Berman and Andrew Kotchen crafted this sleek Greenwich village gray kitchen with concrete floors and a matching island. Sunny yellow counter stools from Counter Evolution add to the look.
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Sophisticated Gray Kitchen
Emily Andrews Photography
Dark charcoal cabinetry adds contrast to the bright white walls and sleek marble countertop in the Chelsea kitchen of Etsy's COO.
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Striking Gray Kitchen
Mike Schwartz
This Luxe Lincoln Park kitchen designed by Abruzzo Kitchen + Bath benefits from a striking gray palette. The design scheme includes a honed Bianca Perla Quartzite stone, painted cabinets, and wrought iron pulls.
A cased opening showcases a La Cornue oven with black graphite and copper and nickel accents, along with a custom metal hood.
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Palm Beach Gray Kitchen
Stephen Kent Johnson
In this spacious Palm Beach kitchen crafted by the award-winning design firm Pembrooke & Ives, gray cabinetry and millwork blends with the pops of white in the luxurious space.
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Warm Gray Kitchen
Cynthia Lynn
In this glam Chicago home, a warm gray kitchen features a backsplash that's lined with Moroccan tiles from Ann Sacks along and a cantilevered island with Carrara countertops to maximize space.
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Modern Gray Kitchen
Richard Powers
An artwork by Mircea Suciu hangs on the sliding wall of bleached mahogany that separates the kitchen from the dining area in this contemporary Palm Springs apartment.
In perfect contrast of the wood walls are the gray marble floors and metal cabinetry.
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Industrial Gray Kitchen
William Abranowicz
An industrial San Francisco home goes gray with sleek concrete floors and beams. The kitchen’s cabinetry is by Henrybuilt, the countertops are PentalQuartz, the faucet is by Dornbracht, the stools are by Overgaard & Dyrman and the wall sculpture is by Manuel Neri.
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Country-Chic Gray Kitchen
Mikkel Vang
In the kitchen of an Upper West Side apartment, the sink, fittings, and tile backsplash are by Waterworks. The range is by Wolf, the pendants are by Circa Lighting, the custom island has a Calacatta marble top, and the flooring is limestone with black-marble cabochons.
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Cool Gray Kitchen
Joshua McHugh
When a Long Island beach house was made over into a chic abode designed for family life, the kitchen was given a cool gray update.
The cabinetry is lacquered in a Ralph Lauren paint, the refrigerator and range are by Thermador and the kitchen island is stainless steel and walnut.
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Modern Treehouse Gray Kitchen
Richard Powers
In a Mexican home nestled in the trees, the gray kitchen cabinetry, vent hood and table are by Boffi. The countertop is Caesarstone, the sink fittings are by Dornbracht, the range is by Wolf and the ovens are by Miele.
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Monaco Gray Kitchen
Francis Amiand
In a Monte Carlo apartment characterized by whimsy, the kitchen takes a more serious note with gray cabinetry. The small table and chairs are by Jeanneret; the oven, cooktop and hood are by Aster Cucine. Designed by Emil Humbert and Christophe Poyet
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Marbled Gray Kitchen
Douglas Friedman
This New York City home's kitchen introduces a serene gray palette by way of Calacatta gold marble and walls sheathed in Walker Zanger tiles.
The sink fittings are by Waterworks, the stools by Palecek are covered in a Designtex fabric and the cabinetry is painted in Benjamin Moore's Stonington Gray.
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Contemporary Gray Kitchen
Douglas Friedman
A storied Manhattan townhouse is home to this cool gray kitchen, which has barstools by Philippe Starck and a vintage light fixture by Stilnovo. A dark hardwood floor adds a touch of warmth to the gray color scheme.
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Polished Gray Kitchen
Simon Upton
A Notting Hill townhouse showcases a gray kitchen with marble floors that match the chic kitchen island. The barstools are from the 1970s, and the cabinetry is custom made. The refrigerators are by Liebherr.
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Pink And Gray Kitchen
William Waldron
In a splendid Moroccan-inspired pool house in New York, the kitchen island is topped with a gray, custom-painted white ash, complemented by the gray of the cabinetry.
The sink is by Julien, the fittings are by KWC and the floor is painted in Sailor's Delight by Benjamin Moore.
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Lacquered Gray Kitchen
William Waldron
A kitchen in a Madrid home comes with a healthy dose of shine with lacquered gray cabinetry by Gaggenau. The stools are Italian and the light-box work is by Philipp Donstav.
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Gray Floor Kitchen
Simon Upton
This kitchen in Courtney Cox's Malibu home is anchored by a stone gray floor and a gray refrigerator by Gaggenau. The stainless-steel sinks are by Franke and the light fixture is from Nessen Lighting.
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Mysterious Gray Kitchen
Björn Wallander
In a sultry Lake Tahoe home, the gray kitchen countertop is quartzite and the custom-made stools are covered in an Edelman leather.
The cabinetry is by Bulthaup and the sink is by Blanco with Dornbracht fittings.
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Gray Countertop Kitchen
William Abranowicz
This California home flaunts a custom-made, marble-topped island paired with gray antique Belgian light fixtures. Natural wood elements in the island and chairs add a touch of warmth to the gray color scheme.
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Gray Galley Kitchen
William Waldron
A bohemian Manhattan home features a chic kitchen with a range and microwave by Wolf, a refrigerator by Sub-Zero, a custom hood by Vent-A-Hood and a gray countertop of Calacatta gold marble. The pendant light is vintage by Max Ingrand for FontanaArte.
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Dark Gray Kitchen
Wichmann - Bendsten
This mysterious yet inviting kitchen features a matte dark gray kitchen island.
The custom-made stools and gray cabinetry are by Københavns Møbelsnedkeri.
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Industrial Gray Kitchen
Simon Upton
Elegance and industrialism meet in this Soho kitchen featuring custom-made cabinetry and vintage hardware. The refrigerator is by Sub-Zero, the sink fittings are by Dornbacht and the countertops are white glass.
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Minimalist Gray Kitchen
Max Zambelli
An elegant Tuscan home maintains its minimalist theme in the kitchen, where the gray stainless steel sink is a prototype of one designed for Boffi's Aprile collection, and the countertops are melamine.
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Ancient Gray-Brown Kitchen
Jignesh Jhaveri
In a centuries-old restored townhouse in Daipur, India, a gray-brown stone wall showcases its original decorative openings.
The baskets and brass serving dishes were found at a local market.
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Geometric Gray Kitchen
Ricardo Labougle
While color and character may rule this London townhouse, gray is the star in its understated kitchen, which is given an edge with a geometric floor pattern. The kitchen cabinetry is painted in Pure Gray 6 by Papers and Paints, the 1955 pendant lights are by Serge Mouille, the wall tiles are by Neisha Crosland and the floor is made of three types of limestone.
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Stone Gray Kitchen
Mikkel Vang
An 1870s carriage house in Bedford, New York has a charming gray kitchen that reflects its original stone structure. The kitchen island is made of a vintage marble slab on a gray steel base, the stove is by BlueStar and the shelves are made of reclaimed wood. The gray floor is concrete.
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Grey kitchen ideas: 42 design tips for cabinets, worktops and walls
Grey has become one of the most popular shades to welcome a modern upgrade from classic white, in all styles of kitchen. In the past, there may have been more of an all-or-nothing approach to colour in the kitchen. Today's palette is more restrained, with grey kitchen ideas proving a major hit.
Tone is important, probably even more so within the grey family where warmer greys create a different feel from blue-based shades of slate, for example. When it comes to kitchen ideas in shades of grey, consider every surface, from walls to worktops and everything in between.
Grey kitchen ideas to inspire
When it comes to incorporating a grey colour palette within kitchen design the possibilities are endless.
For subtle contrast, two different shades of the same calm colour tend to work better on cabinetry than three or four, which can look like a design mistake.
An island painted in a deeper or contrasting colour to that of the wall cabinets will make it a focal point in your grey kitchen.
Base cabinets in darker shades than wall cupboards enhance the design and prevent it looking top heavy. For stronger, contrasting kitchen colour schemes, think light and dark, or two bold greys of the same 'weight' and balance. Too much heavy colour can make a room feel smaller, so you may want to balance things with a neutral floor and walls.
For balance, clever kitchen lighting is all-important in a grey kitchen. Delivering the right level of brightness and warmth as and where you need it.
1. Create a contrast
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Grey and white is a classic combination that goes together naturally and a great choice if you want a timeless look that won’t date.
The devil is in the detail with an understated look like this, with luxe surfaces and accent fittings that will keep a simple grey kitchen from looking too plain.
Start with worktops, opting for luxurious white marble or composite to add a feeling of spaciousness. Continue with glossy white tiled splash backs for a seamless, uninterrupted look. Floor tiles are a great way of bringing in pattern with a classic, all-over design adding a subtle hint without overpowering the room.
Finish off with luxurious fittings, from drawer pulls and handles to tap fitments to light pendants. Copper or brass will stand out and make more of a statement than standard stainless steel.
2. Can't decide which grey? Try a two-tone kitchen
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If you’re having trouble choosing between the shades of grey, using one as an accent colour is the way to go. A two-tone kitchen cabinet colour scheme allows the use of bolder more confident shades without overwhelming the space.
Keep to the paler coloured cabinets for the majority of the kitchen, opting for grey (or the bolder colour choice) on a third or less of the total space, so that it isn’t too overpowering. Introducing a freestanding island or a single bank of wall cabinets are great devices when putting a two-tone kitchen colour scheme together.
3. Perk up plain grey with playful terrazzo
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Lively patterns help bring punch to a plain kitchen. One of the biggest tile trends right now, terrazzo is hardwearing, easy-clean and resistant to water, so the perfect choice for practical spaces like kitchens and utility rooms.
Try a tiled splash back in a muted mix of black, white and grey to tie in with kitchen cabinets. Extend tiling to take in the floor for a bolder look, or embrace colour with a bright colour-pop terrazzo in sunny primary shades or soft plaster pink tones to give your kitchen a hint of the Med.
4. Frame your work zone in an open plan kitchen
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Contrast is always good in a grey kitchen or otherwise the space can feel a bit flat and lifeless.
Framing a bank of grey units with contrast units in a glossy black finish grabs the attention and gives the space focus. The longline island acts as a room divider with outward-facing sink and hob so cooks can still socialise while they work.
5. Add a purple island to make grey cabinets pop
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Introducing a bold accent colour on a central island will give a plain grey kitchen new focus. Keep cabinetry style the same for a cohesive look, but choose a vibrant, contrast shade so that the island takes centre stage.
Keep worktops consistent throughout the kitchen to tie the colour palette together. And in an open-plan kitchen-diner, choose a table in a wood with a similar tone or grain, to echo the feeling of continuity.
6. Banish hard angles with a curvy kitchen
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Consider curves to bring life to a standard grey kitchen and break up hard edges and harsh angles.
Give a compact kitchen a better sense of flow by opting for a central island with rounded corners and contoured profile so access around the kitchen is smooth and uninterrupted.
Combine several shades of grey to prevent a grey kitchen from feeling flat. Consider going a couple of shades lighter on top cabinets and choosing a pale, light-reflective work surface to add sparkle and bounce light around the space.
7. Add a lively pattern to perk up walls and floors
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Too much grey can be overpowering in a tight space so soften the look of an all-grey kitchen by bringing in lighter elements and glossy surfaces. A tiled splash back in a lively pattern and contrast colour is one of the easiest ways of lifting a dark scheme.
A Victoriana-style porcelain tile takes on a modern twist teamed with classic grey units. Try a simple tiled splash back on its own to add an instant hit of pattern, or go all-out for pattern and continue the same design on floor tiles too.
8. Turn up the heat with timber
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Turn to softer shades of grey to create a soothing colour scheme that feels less harsh than dark charcoal tones. Match walls and cabinets in the same stone grey shade throughout to create a calm and cohesive backdrop that will make a small kitchen feel bigger.
The most successful colour schemes need some form of contrast to make them work.
So introduce an accent material to keep an all-neutral kitchen from feeling too bland. Tactile woods, rich grains and washed timbers across flooring, furniture and fittings will all add extra warmth and colour.
9. Add modern country style
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Dark cabinets top and bottom can feel a bit overpowering in a small kitchen or area that doesn’t have much natural light. Give a grey kitchen some breathing space by taking out a run of top cabinets and replacing them with a single row of open shelving.
Installing a simple panelled splashback above units will give a modern grey kitchen a relaxed, country vibe. Paint panelling in a soft, warm white finish to contrast dark grey cabinets and finish off with a length of narrow wooden shelving to complement timber worktops and flooring.
10. Go glam with luxe gold and grey
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You don’t get much more glamorous than marbled kitchen cabinets shot through with accents of gold. While we’re used to seeing marble on work surfaces and splashbacks, glossy marble-front cabinets take grey kitchens to a whole new level of luxury.
Break up large expanses of cabinet by adding pockets of shelving for storage and display. And add colour balance by introducing a free-floating island in a contrast white marble finish. Gold trims and plinths add to the luxe effect.
11. Add personality with a grey-painted kitchen
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If you're looking to revamp your kitchen on a budget DIY painted kitchen cabinets is the way forward.
Give your existing units a refresh with a lick of on-trend grey. It's easier than you think, the hardest part is choosing the shade!
Grey is a chameleon of a colour that can lend itself well to all kinds of settings. For a subtle take on the look opt for a light grey hand-painted finish. But if you're looking to completely transform your space try dark grey. A striking shade of grey will bring out the best in other colours, so team grey paintwork on kitchen cabinets with a freestanding island painted a characterful shade such as olive green or mustard yellow.
12. Put the focus on the floor
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In a smaller kitchen, opt for pale and mid-toned greys that won’t absorb the light as much as dark-toned greys tend to. Team easy-on-the-eye grey with a striking black and white checkered floor in a small kitchen. Bold flooring like this will grab the attention, so that cabinets recede into the background, making a small kitchen feel stacks bigger.
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Create a sophisticated grey kitchen by mixing contemporary design materials across cabinets, worktops and flooring, seen here in this grey and white kitchen. Combining different materials adds interest to the space, allowing the design to reflect the character of the rest of the house.
Streamlined matte grey cabinets welcome a throughly modern vibe in this white kitchen idea, while the natural wood worktop helps to ground the look, and stop it from feeling too stark. It's all about balance.
Expert advice for mixing materials comes from Melissa Klink from Harvey Jones.
'A wooden worktop adds warmth in a kitchen, but it is a soft material which can become scratched or scorched during wood preparation. Confine the use of wood to soft-use areas, such as breakfast bars for eating or entertaining. Use a harder surface which is easy to clean, such as granite or quartz composite, for food prep areas.'
14. Frame grey units with brass detail
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The devil, they say, is in the detail.
But we find this subtle use of brass to edge these deep grey units positively heavenly. It's a great way to bring extra glamour to existing cabinetry. Or to make new off-the-shelf furniture look a whole lot more expensive. Coordinating kitchen lighting ideas up the ante even further.
15. Unite an open-plan living area
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Choose a warming shade of grey to make an open-plan kitchen and living area feel like a comforting haven. Use the same rich tone of grey throughout, from kitchen cabinetry to the paint colour on the walls of the living area to unite the spaces, making them feel like one.
Enhance the warmth by using natural wood worktops, flooring and accessories. Textured fabrics with a tactile quality will help to add depth and a sense of cosiness to the open-plan elements.
16. Team grey with light-coloured wood for Scandi-style
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To emulate the effortlessly stylish ethos of Scandi design in your grey space, look to incorporate wood or wood effects.
In this Scandi kitchen idea, on-trend grey base cabinets paired with open shelving showcases the natural material to perfection, creating an understated air of sophistication. Consider stripped-back wood for flooring, dining tables and worktops, as well as shelving.
'Look to light coloured wood like beech or ash if your budget allows,' suggests Hayley Simmons, Head of Merchandising for Magnet . 'Avoid stained or varnished woods for countertops as the raw, natural, untreated looks is much more in keeping with Scandinavian style.'
17. Match your paint shades
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Create a uniformed look by matching the paint colour on the walls to the chosen grey shade on the cabinets. This helps to seamlessly blend one into the other, helping to create the illusion of a bigger space.
This is an especially useful technique if you're looking for small galley kitchen ideas. With paint matching services, and many kitchen fitters even making their own paint range this look has never been easier to achieve.
18. Introduce a colour match for all work surfaces
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If you're looking for a matching grey colour scheme, choose one tone to incorporate throughout all of the work surfaces. To keep the look unified choose the same finish for all surfaces, so if the paint finish is matte choose the same for the floor tiles and the splashback.
This new matte splashback features a coarse finish that forms the surface of the Smoked Ember panel, ideal for complementing natural finishes and enhancing a soothingly soft colour palette.
Keeping the walls painted white helps to highlight the grey choices on the furniture and flooring. Finish the look off perfectly with a statement butler sink and wicker accessories.
19. Work the pastel trend with a grey backdrop
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Last on-trend in the early noughties, pastels have been reworked for 2021 with a new emphasis on sherbet oranges, violet whites, peaches and muted greens.
And the best backdrop to these mouthwatering array of colours? Grey – in this case Misty Mirror by Dulux, paired with Tranquil Dawn cabinets. A change of wall colour can transform every other element of a kitchen design.
20. Add interest with a feature wall
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Add interest and character with a feature wall that mimics the grey colour scheme. Shaker-style units in an easy-going mushroom hue keep the look light and fresh. Original Victorian wooden flooring adds warmth, and a woodland-inspired feature wall for the dining area gives this space depth and detail.
Wallpaper can work well in a kitchen. Go for a dramatic design to create a feature wall. Although the pattern is bold, the colour is a subtle grey, which brings tranquility to a large, open-plan room like this.
Bright wallpaper is a great choice if you're looking for ways to add colour to an all white kitchen, too.
21. Echo grey elements of stainless steel
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Enhance the natural tones of stainless steel.
The brushed-chrome finish offers as close a colour match as you'll get within the grey colour palette. Encase an industrial-style sink with tonal cabinetry to present a uniformed finish. Go one step further by adding matching taps and fittings, even industrial-style pendants to tie the cohesive scheme together.22. Mix materials and finishes
22. Mix materials and finishes
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With an increasing trend for championing natural materials in our homes, designers are looking for more and more creative ways to incorporate wood into their kitchen designs.
This example is a perfect partnership of contemporary high-gloss cabinets alongside natural-look wood worktop and splashback. The contrast creates a harmonious blend of modern design with the warmth and grounding ethos of wood.
23. Brighten an outlook with a splash of yellow
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What brightens up a cloudy day? A little bit of sunshine, of course! The same can happen in a deep grey kitchen.
This yellow glass splashback beside the window is a smart colourful kitchen design idea, as it sits ready to attract the light and shine a warming glow onto the surrounding space. Yellow works brilliantly, thanks to its association with sunshine, but you could use any bright colour to create the same effect.
24. Balance the light with darker hues
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Go for stylish and sophisticated with dark design choices. Feel emboldened to use brooding dark greys and walnut wood by getting the balance right with lighter tones.
Keeping the walls white will allow the light to fill the space more freely. Teaming a white tiled splashback and a light grey herringbone floor adds the perfect fashionable finishing touches that won't date thanks to the muted colours.
25. Create the perfect grounding with concrete
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Draw on the natural grey tone of concrete to create a contemporary, authentic grey scheme.
Start from the floor up, tailor your kitchen to create a vision in grey.
Polished concrete flooring has become increasingly popular in recent years with the rise of open-plan living. The look can be easily achieved now thanks to a luxury vinyl to save on the expense of having your flooring professionally tailored.
The beauty of vinyl over the real thing is the maintenance. Faux flooring measures are more durable and easier to clean than the real thing because the material is less porous and harder to mark. Which can't be a bad thing in a busy kitchen?!
26. Embrace exposed brick for an industrial look
Tribeca kitchen in Graphite, starting from £3,136
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The kitchen trend for industrial style remains hugely popular. Grey is the perfect shade to help achieve the look, because it’s not too far removed from industrial steel.
This contemporary look is characterised by raw materials like exposed brick, natural wood and metal paired with rich greys and urban-style accessories like prominent metal pendants and matte black bar stools.
The mix of dark grey tones and textures creates a sophisticated industrial finish.
27. Say yes to Shaker units
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Want a kitchen that looks both sleek and stylish? Then bespoke Shaker units could be just what you're looking for. And this design doesn't have to be traditional, as this Shaker-style kitchen idea proves. While handleless is all the rage, we think these stylish copper handles add wow factor here. White metro tiles also help set off this striking look.
28. Add natural vibrancy to grey with accents of green
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There's no danger of this grey kitchen looking gloomy thanks to an injection of forest green. The splashback tiles are a smart green kitchen idea, especially when complemented by real-life greenery in the form of succulents and fresh herbs. Leather handles are a smart finishing touch that makes the off-the-shelf units look high-end.
29. Welcome warmth with wood furnishings
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Grey has a reputation for being a cool and clinical colour but by mixing in some wood, you can create a positively warm and cosy look.
The trick is to find the right shade, and mix in the right tone of timber.
In this grey kitchen idea, almost purple-grey units have been teamed with a chunky pale oak worktop and knotted floorboards to harmonious effect. If you wanted something that works with a darker, charcoal grey, you could try a deeper walnut.
30. Layer tones of grey
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Using various layers of grey shades to pick out individual elements of the room creates a cohesive feel in this modern kitchen idea. The walls and island are painted a dark, slate grey, the cabinetry is a softer shade, and darker flecks in the marble of the work surface and splashback prove an effortless transition between light and dark.
Keeping the rest of the scheme light keeps the room feeling airy despite the abundance of dark grey.
31. Smarten up compact kitchens with colour
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In a smaller space, some might worry that grey will prove an oppressive choice, especially darker shades, but this well-ordered kitchen shows that doesn't have to be the case.
Using the same dark shade on the lengthways run of cabinetry, sink area, upstand, kickplate, stool and lighting is a cohesive, eye-catching choice, and the pale shade of grey used throughout the rest of the scheme keeps the look airy.
32. Add grey shelving for a casually cohesive look
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We love these smart grey kitchen units but using them on the walls, too, might have been a step too far. Instead, this simple grey kitchen shelving idea makes for more casual – even rustic – storage that doesn't make the room seem too dark. Marble worktops, a Belfast sink and worktop-to-ceiling metro tiles in bright white further lighten the mood.
33. Choose French Grey for a rustic scheme
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Grey is just about the most flexible colour for a kitchen. In charcoal, it can feel very modern, but opt for a French grey like in the small kitchen idea shown above and you're immediately transported to the Gallic countryside.
Even if you do live in Grimsby.
A soothing green-grey, French grey takes its name from the shade heavily featured in French design and wallpapers from the 19th century. It's as popular now as it was then thanks to its unique soothing quality, which makes it perfectly suited to relaxed rustic kitchen-diners like this one.
If you're going to introduce a few different colours in accessories, it's best you keep to one single tone for the backdrop so make sure your splashback, cabinets and flooring all match. Otherwise the overall effect will be less stylish and more shambles.
34. Throw in pops of bright yellow
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Add highlights to brighten up the grey in the form of an accent colour. Here, bold yellow Tolix-style stools along with matching flex cord on the lights and accessories inject energy and fun. Notice, too, how the interior door has been painted in a very dark grey to match the window frames for a more cohesive look.
35. Go white on the walls
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Deep grey base units make this kitchen feel very grown up. But to keep the scheme bright and airy, off-white units have been used above and the walls have been painted in a brighter white shade so that they blend in. We said earlier that a darker walnut timber works well with charcoal grey, and here's the proof.
36. Tiny kitchen? Pick pale grey and add reflective surfaces
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Dark grey units may have been too much in this diddy kitchenette, but a soft grey works well. The cabinetry is complemented by stainless-steel accessories including a sink, appliances and kickboards, which also help to reflect light around the small space. It goes to show that grey doesn't have to mean gloomy.
37. Add copper accents to warm a mid grey
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Copper is very on trend right now and it makes the perfect foil for a pale grey space, bringing out the pinky hues and feminising what could be a very austere space.
Use it for lighting, pans and, if your budget can stretch to one, a bronze or copper range cooker like this one from Mercury.
38. Trim with timber
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Temper all-grey units with a wood trim to give a clean, warm edge. Take it a step further by introducing matching wood wall cabinets. Give your scheme a cool, New York loft vibe with ever-popular metro tiles.
39. Go dark and dramatic
(Image credit: Future PLC/ Paul Raeside)
For true drama, go for a really dark shade of grey or even consider black kitchen ideas. This charcoal vignette gives the open plan area a sophisticated, sexy air, disappearing when not wanted, while still being no-nonsense, functional and capable of being put to hard work.
40. Incorporate a contrasting colour splashback
(Image credit: Future PLC/ Lizzie Orme)
Add a punchy accent colour by way of a statement splashback. This can be tiled or glass, depending on the look you're after.
In the high-gloss grey kitchen idea shown above, a fabulous fuchsia pink splashback adds a vibrant hit of colour. The chosen accent colour is accentuated further by stark white walls as a contrast.
41. Dare to pair pink walls as a backdrop to grey units
(Image credit: Future PLC/ Colin Poole)
This pink kitchen idea isn't a look for the faint hearted, but if you LOVE pink, it's a winning combo. Rosy copper handles and utensils, together with wooden furniture, help blend the cool of the grey with the warmth of the candy-coloured walls.
42. Team glossy grey with striking blue
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Finding an accent colour to go with a mid grey like this can be tricky but this teal works perfectly. An expanse of glass splashback mimics the glossy finish of the slab-style doors for a look that's very clean, modern and practical.
What colour goes best with grey kitchens?
When choosing an accent colour or a mixed palette for your grey kitchen, it's wise to follow the trusted colour theory.
'Either select complementary colours, which are next to each other on a colour wheel, or contrasting shades from opposite sides of the wheel,' says David Mottershead, MD at Little Greene Paint .
'Contrasting colours are energising, while complementary colours are calming.' Soft, pale greys tend to work well in small kitchens but larger spaces may need some sections of bolder colour to prevent the scheme looking bland and wishy-washy. We like pairing pale greys with deep navy kitchen ideas, or even a shot of fuchsia pink.
How do you add warmth to a grey kitchen?
It's all about the right shade. Warmer tones on the grey scale create a different feel from blue-based shades of slate. So if you're looking to add warmth, start with the right shade – that goes for paint, cabinets and flooring.
Elements of natural timber will add warmth to cooler grey kitchens, and equally a grey-white natural stone floor can cool down a fiery palette. As in nature, earthy browns, greys and sand colours blend harmoniously.
Cool greys paired with stainless steel and brightly coloured accents, such as small appliances, splashbacks and barstools, will help lift the mood.
The right lighting is key to making the colour scheme feel warm and inviting. Opt for warm bulbs rather than cooler white tones, to avoid making your chosen shade of grey feel cold. Pair overhead lighting with plenty of task lighting to add pools of warming light.
So there you have it. Proof that grey is one of the most stylish shades going, and can look great in any style of kitchen. Which look is your favourite from our pick of the best grey kitchen ideas?
Question: Gray color in the kitchen - what to combine it with
There is a common interior rule: everything that is bought into the house for a long time should be white, gray or wooden - and the color will come along with everyday life. I agree. Another question: what kind of gray should I take for the kitchen? What intensity, on what textures and materials should it be used? — I will explain how I explain to my customers.
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1. Gray walls and gray kitchen - will be very pale? nine0008
No, if you use this combination correctly, use different shades and textures - for example, concrete with smooth materials. Everything brutal and “dirty” is in fashion, besides, the texture of concrete is not boring in itself: the heterogeneity of the material and stains create a peculiar pattern. In addition, concrete gray is easy to balance with white and black shades.
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If the brutality of concrete is not close to you, and the idea of a total gray interior seems uninteresting, pay attention to the classic opposition of matte and glossy materials. In the project in the photo, the laconic gray kitchen is framed as a single large volume, but the contrasting glossy insert of the apron and win-win additional shades - dark wood and white shades - add variety to the interior.
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Fact: Sometimes, in order to diversify a monochrome interior, just one detail is enough - for example, a bright red chair against a neutral background. White countertops also played an important role here: they visually lightened the gray array.
2. Which is better to take - gray or beige?
When talking about kitchens in neutral tones, our customers usually have in mind either gray or beige, and these shades can be successfully combined within the same space. A very good example in the photo: in the design of the headset, two shades of gray were beaten, and the walls and apron were decorated in beige tones. By the way, the dining group is also part of the kitchen, and here it has become a full-fledged continuation of the composition: the grayish surface of the table is “friends” with chairs of different wood shades.
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The second way to combine gray and beige is to “mix” one color into another and order a set of such a complex shade. For example, the color of this kitchen cannot be defined in one word, besides, it looks different depending on the lighting. And the more complex the colors around you, the higher the chance that you won’t get tired of looking at them for a long time.
The same technique can be used when painting walls: if you can't decide on the color of the paint, add some gray to the jar. Any shade will look nobler. nine0003
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How to find the right shades of gray and beige? It is better to maintain approximately the same saturation, without harsh contrasts: if gray is taken dark, then beige should be dense. The mix of light, whitened shades looks noble: in the project in the photo, baked milk-colored facades “warm” the interior, and gray adds some cool notes.
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3. Is it possible with a tree?
You can! Combining gray with wood is a classic. And also thanks to the contrast: on average, woody tones are perceived as warmer, gray - as colder. In the project in the photo, this stylish contrast is expressed not only in the design of kitchen cabinets, but also in the contrast between the wooden floor and the gray slats on the ceiling. nine0003
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Gray plus wood is also a familiar "Scandinavian" way of furnishing a kitchen, especially if you add white tiles and open systems for utensils, as in the photo. True, without additional accents, such a space would have looked pale: floor tiles with an active pattern helped to avoid this effect - also, by the way, in gray-blue tones.
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Interestingly, reddish wood tones are back in fashion. It is simply necessary to keep them cool and dense gray: if you use only warm beige or milky tones in the interior, you will get an unnecessary reference to the era of European renovations.
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Another bright trend is gray tinted wood: usually for kitchens and cabinets they use plywood painted gray in one layer. Thus, the natural color of the material appears from under the tinting, and it is very easy to combine such facades with other topical coatings - from concrete to solid wood countertops.
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The hottest idea is gray fronts plus a marbled backsplash with gray veins. Gilding and brass accents will help to make such an interior even more interesting and livelier.
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And here is a more daring combination: dark gray, like ivory skin, kitchen facades and a slab of stone in ocher tones. Here, gray becomes an accent and resonates with the veins of the stone, while the milky side sections create the necessary base background.
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Stylish idea for modern interiors - gray concrete plus classic marble. The rough texture of concrete balances the cold glossy sheen of stone. Blue and blue hues complement the project very successfully – they are equally close to both marble and concrete. nine0003
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5. Let's do something bright and gray at the same time?
The question of what colors go with a gray kitchen can be solved at the level of facades by combining elements of different colors. It is important to follow only one rule: a darker shade is always used in the bottom line of the headset, a lighter shade at the top, as usually they want to make hanging cabinets visually lighter. Gray is the perfect companion for any solution: from soft blue, as in the Scandinavian project in the photo ...
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…to an ultra-daring grey-pink story by Karim Rashid.
Fact: Gray shades are chameleons, this is especially noticeable on light and glossy facades: surfaces reflect neighboring colors and even visually "absorb" them into themselves. For example, you most likely will remember the kitchen in the photo not as gray, but as pink. This is important to understand so as not to overdo it with accent colors.
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Idea: If you don't know which countertop and backsplash to choose for a colorful kitchen, choose gray ones. For a classic kitchen, marble textures are suitable, for a modern one - brick-shaped tiles or a single pour for concrete.
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6. Gray plus blue - twice classic?
Intense blue is another regular guest in the kitchen: beautiful and non-staining, it can also last almost forever.
The easiest way to integrate both colors into the interior is to order gray fronts and add a backsplash of blue tiles.
By the way, the apron may well be darker than the main shade of the facades - even if you choose a light countertop. nine0003
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Curtains traditionally set the accents: bright blue, as in the project in the photo, add a modern touch to the interior with a hint of classics. The kitchen apron also has a blue tint: these shades slightly muffle the brightness of the reddish floor.
Natalia Preobrazhenskaya | Bureau "Uyutnaya Kvartira"
And here is a project from our portfolio: a neoclassical style kitchen, where beige and blue have become the key shades. We decided to introduce an accent through the upholstery of bar stools, especially since the kitchen in this project is adjacent to the living room, and the main upholstered furniture is also designed in blue tones. nine0003
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7. Gray plus shades of trendy green
Green is now enjoying another surge in popularity.
But, if ten years ago the trend was delicate light green shades, now the fashion is different: the darker and more complex the color, the better. The “green color” works great with gray: in the project in the photo, it was successfully introduced to the facades, and to the tiles, and to the plinth, and even to the upholstery of chairs.
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Lovers of light kitchens can pay attention to shades of lime: they go well with both white and gray-beige bases. In the project in the photo, gray ganitur “married” a light tabletop with a textured floor.
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Don't like to take risks - add color through medium-sized furniture and accessories. Please note that there is very little gray in the project in the photo, however, even individual tiles “bridge” between green and woody shades. nine0003
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Gray plus turquoise
Shades at the junction of blue and green usually look bright - this is good: they combine with neutral gray without problems. Traditionally, they are friends with white, which adds “airiness”: in the project in the photo, bright tiles against a gray headset were combined with white background elements to create an optimistic, but not too catchy image.
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An idea for those who are more daring: paint the walls and ceiling in a light shade of turquoise against the backdrop of a large gray kitchen. In combination with kitchen lighting, this solution looks futuristic and resembles a spaceship. nine0003
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The idea for a million, which in reality will cost a penny: build a hood box and decorate it with turquoise plaster. A monochromatic gray kitchen will “open up” before our eyes.
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9. Gray plus shades of yellow
Our customers sometimes refuse gray because they consider it gloomy - but, of course, the point is not in color, but in its combination with other shades. Does it look dull gray in combination with yellow? The project in the photo looks, on the contrary, very cheerful. Note that the composition of the kitchen is symmetrical, with gray doors in the corners and light doors in the center: this distribution helps to maintain the visual lightness of the interior. nine0003
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In this project, yellow is very avant-garde and resonant, while gray, on the contrary, is dark and muted - the authors of the project got a very noticeable contrast at the end. It is enhanced by the classical shape of the facades and the modern, square shape of the tiles.
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There is a stereotype that a bright accent must be combined with something.
I have nothing against it, but the main thing is not to overdo it. In the project in the photo, yellow-orange hanging cabinets rhyme with a curtain; but not the kitchen, but the one that is already in the living room area - this technique helps to evenly distribute color spots. nine0003
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10. Gray and red
Take a closer look, does this combination remind you of anything? Gray is the color of concrete, red is the shade of brick: it is these basic materials that usually determine whether the interior belongs to the loft style. And, although the loft in its purest form is found less and less in design projects, its palette is still inspiring.
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Customers still love bright refrigerators, especially accent red ones. A slightly glossy door always looks great against the background of matte gray furniture - and to make friends with shades, you can use white and beige countertops and aprons.
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Which kitchen gray do you like best? What color combinations with gray raise questions - ask, I will answer in the comments.
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Modern designers have successfully dispelled the myth that a gray kitchen is gloomy and faceless. This color in interior design today is incredibly popular.
Firstly, gray allows you to change the interior immediately, as soon as such a desire arises, with minimal cost. All that is needed for this is to replace textiles and decorative elements. nine0003
Secondly, gray is a 100% versatile color and minimizes the risk of creating a gaudy interior.
In this article we will try to consider kitchens in gray tones, the features and subtleties of their creation in as much detail as possible.
About the benefits of gray
Photo from the source: chickensmoothie.com "Second beige" - the so-called gray for its versatility of use. This is a kind of smooth transition and an intermediate stage between black and white.
Consider its advantages:
- looks appropriate in interiors made in almost any style;
- always takes a leading position in the ranking of popular colors;
- looks great in a duet with both pastel and bright colors.
Proper use of gray is the key to creating a noble and harmonious kitchen interior. Working with this color is not difficult, because it goes well with all the colors of the rainbow.
And the use of gray as a base is the ideal solution for creating a kitchen in styles:
- high-tech;
Photo from the source: pinterest.ruTable top Cedar 3094/S Lavant- loft;
Photo from source: vse-kuhni.byTable top Cedar 3852/P Corsica oak- art deco.
Photo from the source: rerooms.ruTable top Cedar 4091/Q BulatIn what cases is gray in the kitchen not appropriate?
The use of dark gray should be discarded in the following cases:
- kitchen area less than 8 square meters.
Here it is better to give preference to light gray shades (they will visually make the kitchen more spacious), or combine the kitchen with the living room to really increase the space;
- lack of lighting, windows on the shady side and small size of windows - all these are obstacles to using dark gray in the design of the kitchen interior;
- completely monochrome design will give the impression of a cold and not quite cozy interior. nine0003
About shades of gray
The variety of gray in saturation, tone is really amazing.
Photo from the source: vitospb.ruThe most popular shades today are:
- graphite;
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Photo from the source: bigmebel-ekb.ru- marengo.
Photo from the source: smeh.clubThe right choice of shade and its intensity is what lies in the secret of success in creating a beautiful interior. nine0003
About the role of gray when choosing a layout
If the kitchen area is small, it is very important to pay special attention to the choice of shade.
For example, kitchen sets, the facades of which are made in a dark gray shade, will look completely out of place here.
Skillfully "bypass" this trouble will help the rejection of the top row of lockers. The lower modules, made in gray, therefore, will not cause the area of the room to appear smaller than it actually is. nine0003 Photo from source: designwiki.ruTop top Cedar G015/1 Galaxy metallic
Another great option is to use gray base cabinets with lighter white cabinets. This is true for both angular, straight, and U-shaped headsets.
Photo from the source: designwiki.ruTop top Cedar 3230/S Sonoma oak light Turning the ideas of two-row kitchens into reality is a rather complicated process, since it is necessary to take into account not only the area of \u200b\u200bthe room, but also its proportions.
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Glossy or matt – which fronts to choose for a gray kitchen?
The intensity of the color chosen for the design of the facades of the kitchen set is what primarily affects the choice of coating.
It must be taken into account that even the smallest dirt, such as traces of dried water, will be most noticeable on glossy dark gray surfaces.
Photo from the source: designwiki.ruTable top Cedar 4026/Q Alambra nine0002 To avoid this effect, it is better to give preference to light gray matte facades. They will not be noticeable, no streaks, no fingerprints. Photo from the source: designwiki.ruTop top Cedar 1210/Br White diamondIf you want to buy a kitchen set in any complex deep shades of gray - gray-blue, gray-beige, gray-green (they usually look best), they will be most effective on matte surfaces. nine0003 Photo source: stylebyemilyhenderson.com Countertop Cedar 3027/S White Granite
Materials for the manufacture of facades
In this paragraph, we will provide information that will help you speak the same language with furniture makers.
Do you dream of a gray wooden kitchen "under the tree" or any other design? All ideas will help to realize the following materials:
- veneer or solid wood, which are covered with paint;
- enameled MDF board - in this case, a wide variety of surfaces are available (matte, glossy, semi-matt). And the tone of the enamel can be chosen according to the RAL or NCS palettes; nine0003
- Acrylic-coated MDF or chipboard;
- MDF coated with PVC film;
- chipboard;
- plastic-coated chipboard or MDF. At the same time, plastic can quite accurately imitate concrete, stone and other specific surfaces, not only in appearance, but also to the touch.
Which of the above options is best?
The highest quality, but at the same time relatively expensive, is MDF coated with plastic or enamel. These materials provide great scope for the implementation of a wide variety of facade options: with texture, milling or smooth, plain. nine0003
The dark gray kitchen with a matt surface will perfectly fit into the interior of the kitchen-dining room or kitchen-living room.
However, if the room is rather small, it is better to stop at gloss. Reflection of light will contribute to the visual expansion of space.
Photo from the source: alkamebel.com.uaTable top Cedar 1210/Br White diamond nine0002 A light gray kitchen is considered a win-win option, as it fits perfectly into both large and small rooms. Photo from the source: archviz-studio.com Countertop Cedar 3027/S White Granite Photo source: pinterest.ruTabletop Cedar 2349/Pt Bernini Marble5 examples of modern kitchen layouts in gray
When creating a concept for any kitchen design, the first step is to choose a set, namely its components, configuration, and the arrangement of furniture in the room as a whole. nine0003
1) straight;
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ruTable top Cedar 5140/Mn White moon 2) angled;
Photo source: pufikhomes.comTable top Cedar 111/1 White3) U-shaped;
Photo from the source: designwiki.ruTop top Cedar 1012/Cr White ceramic4) a kitchen with an island or peninsula;
Photo from source: ivd.ruTable top Cedar 7024/E Imperial marble nine0002 5) kitchen with bar. Photo from the source: pinterest.ruTable top Cedar 232/S Oak NiagaraCharacteristic features of gray kitchens in a modern style
When considering many examples, references, photos of the design of a gray kitchen in a modern style, we can trace the following common characteristics for them:
- lack of handles on the facades of the kitchen set;
Photo from the source: italybel.byTop-top Cedar 9022/S Whitewashed oak nine0002 - upper modules reaching the very ceiling; Photo from the source: pinterest.
ruTable top Cedar 3230/S Sonoma oak light - no upper cabinets;
Photo from the source: kitchendecorium.ru Countertop Cedar 3028/S White Marquina Marble- built-in appliances.
Photo from source: alkamebel.com.uaTable top Cedar 0410/S Carrara marbleBy following these trends, you can create a truly fashionable interior. nine0003
About the combination of colors in the kitchen interior: gray +...
1. … brown or beige
The combination of gray with brown or beige in one space looks very harmonious. Using shades of different saturation and warmth, you can adjust the degree of formality and severity of the created interior.
Photo source: mykitchendesign.ru Countertop Cedar 4948K-52 Breccia Brown2. … blue or blue
Blue and cyan as well as gray belong to the cold palette.
Even if the kitchen windows face the sunny side, and there will be quite a lot of light in the space, such a palette will look quite appropriate. To avoid facelessness and boredom in design, you can use interesting textures, as well as bright accents.
3. … yellow
This color and all the shades that are close to it - mustard, orange, turmeric - in a duet with gray look very original. But you should not get carried away with the use of bright details in the interior, since the presence of too many such accents can have a negative effect on the psyche - annoy. Yellow and similar shades with the inclusion of no more than 30% in the gray kitchen interior is the best option.
Photo from the source: pinterest.ruTabletop Cedar 1110/S White nine0002 4. … green Combinations of gray with green and its shades - emerald, light green, malachite - are incredibly beautiful! Such duets can be attributed to natural ones, because they can be found in nature quite often.
Green perfectly balances the coldness and severity of gray. You can use it when decorating dining groups, window spaces, kitchen aprons. In addition, green can be presented in accents - indoor plants in white or black, bouquets of flowers in laconic transparent vases, and the like. nine0003 Photo from the source: verbovska.com.ua Countertop Cedar 3027/S White Granite
5. ... purple or pink
In this case, the dosed use of purple or pink flowers as small accents will be the key to success. Because gray has an interesting ability to reflect the colors that are in the neighborhood.
Photo source: static.tildacdn.com Top Cedar 1205/BR Brilliant light gray nine0002 6. … white or blackWhite helps correct any imperfections. For example, if the interior is too dark or bright.
The dark gray fronts of the kitchen unit combined with the white worktop create an aesthetic contrast.
At the same time, it is important that the walls are also light, as in this case the space will appear visually larger.
7. … red
The abundance of red in the kitchen will make the interior aggressive. In order to avoid such an undesirable effect, it is better to use red only as accents, pointwise. These can be vases, pots of indoor plants, textiles, window decoration, seats in the dining area, small decorative details.
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8. … pastel colors
An excellent option for those who prefer calm interiors without any bright inclusions. Gray in combination with delicate pastel tones will create the most smooth color transitions. It looks very nice and harmonious.
Photo source: j.etagi.comTop top Cedar 7024/1 Imperial Marble nine0002 9. ... natural wood shadesIn a gray kitchen, surfaces made of natural wood or its high-quality imitation will make the essentially austere aristocratic gray softer and give the kitchen the most spectacular look. It can be furniture for a dining group, a kitchen apron or a countertop.
Photo from the source: pinterest.ruTable top Cedar 5140/Mn White moon When drawing up a design project, it is necessary to think over the palette: what and what color to make.
Each element should be noted in the plan. Clear planning is the key to creating a harmonious interior. nine0003
The following tips will also help with this:
1) White and dark should be kept in balance.
The best background for a dark gray set will be light walls and vice versa.
Do not use more than three colors, but playing with shades is quite appropriate.
Photo source: catherineasquithgallery.comTop top Cedar 1210/Br White diamond2) To create bright accents in the interior, it is better to choose small items - curtains, chairs, vases and the like. nine0003 Photo source: t.meTop top Cedar 9022/S Whitewashed oak
3) You should initially decide what kind of interior you would like to get as a result:
- brutal in dark colors;
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ruTabletop Cedar 2062/S Transylvania nine0002 - bright cheerful. Photo from the source: best-stroy.ruTabletop Cedar 811/1 Metallic About the design of the ceiling in the gray kitchen
Matte ordinary white ceiling - a win-win in any case.
Photo from the source: pinterest.ruTable top Cedar 695/S Stone grayAnd what if there is a desire to make the ceiling surface an accent? It should be noted that such a design move will look good only in rooms with high ceilings. However, excessively bright and high shades should not be used anyway. nine0003 Photo from the source: pinterest.ruTabletop Cedar 7052/FL* Wotan Oak
The optimal solution is to simply add something textured and original to the ceiling surface. For example, beautiful lamps.
Photo source: siematic-vondelpark.nlTop top Cedar 1205/BR Brilliant light grayMaterials that can be used for ceiling decoration include the following:
- PVC film;
- paint;
- plastic panels;
- armstrong;
- ceiling tiles;
- plywood;
- drywall.
How can I make the floor in a gray kitchen?
Among the options that will look the most harmonious in this case, we list the following:
- materials with shades and texture of natural wood - laminate, porcelain stoneware, parquet, PVC tiles;
Photo from the source: 3ddd.ruTabletop Cedar 111/1 White nine0002 - tiles in gray shades; Photo from the source: garantanapa.ruTabletop Cedar 111/1 White- self-leveling floor;
Photo from the source: abpol.ruTabletop Cedar 921/1 Kungur Marble- marble imitation - it is better to refuse natural marble, as it is a porous material that easily absorbs dirt and dyes. It is extremely difficult to clean it from pollution;
Photo from the source: wattpad.com Countertop Cedar 2349/Pt Bernini Marble - tiles painted in neutral pastel colors.
If the kitchen is narrow, it is better to refuse the design of the floor surface in dark gray tones, as such a floor will visually narrow the room even more.
Wall design features
Since gray is a universal color that goes well with all other shades of the rainbow palette, in theory, the color of the walls can be anything. When choosing, first of all, you should consider the concept. nine0003
The walls, also decorated in gray, will be an excellent general background for a gray kitchen set. It can be wallpaper or paint.
Photo from the source: stroy-siti.ruTable top Cedar 0410/S Carrara marble If you have already purchased a dark-colored kitchen set and plan to put it in a relatively small kitchen, it is better to make the walls light. This will create a beautiful contrast, emphasize the color depth of the headset and help visually expand the space.
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If the room is large, then it is quite possible to afford to use deeper, darker shades on the walls.
Monochrome interiors will be enriched with a variety of surfaces with different textures. This will help decorative plaster or embossed wallpaper, which create its imitation. In addition, with the help of very simple techniques, you can make walls “under concrete”. nine0003 Photo from source: remoskop.ruTabletop Cedar 7093/E Concrete
Walls decorated in shades of baked milk, soft beige tones will bring additional comfort to the kitchen with a gray set.
Photo from the source: mykaleidoscope.ruTabletop Cedar 1110/S WhiteDo you want brightness? In this case, it is better to make only one wall accent.
Backsplash finish
The front of the kitchen set in shades of gray is a great opportunity to experiment when decorating the wall in the backsplash area.
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Bright tiles with an unusual design look original.
Photo source: houzz.ruTabletop Cedar 3255/M CocoboloAlso, when choosing materials and colors for finishing the backsplash, one should take into account the style of the kitchen design. So, in a loft interior, an apron imitating brick, masonry, concrete will look most appropriate.
Photo source: behance.net Countertop Cedar 7461/FL Redondo nine0193 About the choice of furniture and appliances for the kitchen in gray tonesThe basis of most kitchens is a kitchen set and a dining group.
In the case of kitchen-living rooms, the set of furniture can also be supplemented with a sofa, sideboard, if it fits into the interior design concept.
Furniture decorated in the same tone as the walls should not be chosen, as in this case there is a risk that a rather blurry impression of a large blurred spot will appear.
Multi-colored chairs or a bright sofa will bring a “zest” to the interior of a gray kitchen.
Photo source: pinterest.at Countertop Cedar 920/1 Milanese marbleTechnique can also be of any color. The main thing is to observe a single design style. nine0003
If the goal is to create a solid surface of a kitchen set, then it is better to choose appliances whose surface is made in the same colors or “metal-like”.
Photo from the source: inmyroom.ruTop top Cedar 3852/P Corsica oak White appliances are a great solution for small kitchens with a light gray set.
Color models will successfully dilute the monochrome.
Photo from the source: pinterest.ruTabletop Cedar 111/1 WhiteAbout choosing a worktop for a gray kitchen set
To make a gray kitchen as stylish as possible will help:
- snow-white;
Photo source: home-and-garden.livejournal.comTop top Cedar 1110/S White- light gray worktop;
Photo from the source: designwiki.ruTop top Cedar 4057/S Teresina - with a surface that imitates natural wood.
An option that will make the kitchen set as solid as possible is a countertop matched to match the facades. nine0003 Photo from the source: pinterest.ruTable top Cedar 2338/S Lunar metal
When choosing a worktop, it must be taken into account that dirt and water stains will be most noticeable on dark surfaces.
In general, a worktop is one of the most important elements of a kitchen set. It is important that it be of high quality, safe and retain its original appearance, despite external influences.
Exactly such countertops are produced by the Kedr factory! These are products made of chipboard, the formaldehyde emission class of which is E1, which means they are environmentally friendly. A huge selection of decors and reasonable prices - in the Kedr catalog you will find your ideal countertop! nine0003
Lighting
Do not underestimate light as a design tool.
After all, it can help change the visual perception of the room - emphasize the advantages and hide the flaws.
In addition, light can even change the gray tone and saturation.
To prevent the kitchen from appearing gloomy, there should be as many light sources as possible. Therefore, one chandelier placed in the center of the ceiling will not be enough. It is important to supplement the main light with an additional one, creating a backlight for the working area, the dining group and the living area in case a gray kitchen-living room is being equipped. nine0003 Photo from the source: marinasvetlova.ruTabletop Cedar 1110/S White
Features of the choice of decor for a gray kitchen
Gray itself is rather cold and gloomy. The decor will help to make the kitchen decorated in its shades cozier.
Looks great:
- clock on the wall;
Photo source: topdom.ruTabletop Cedar 5140/Mn White Moon - decorative saucers or plates; nine0003 Photo from source: mebel.
