Small rooms need smart design, and a small kitchen is no exception. One of the busiest places in the home, the kitchen is the heart of the home, no matter how small.
Whether it’s a gathering place for friends or family, or the place to whip up your specialty dish, kitchen design needs to be intentional, and well thought out.
Picking the right cabinet color for a small kitchen will either make the kitchen feel larger than it is, or can make it feel small and cramped.
Luckily there are a lot of different options that will add style and make your space feel airy and spacious.
13 Awesome Cabinet Colors for a Small Kitchen
Pure White
A small kitchen is made to feel light and bright with white cabinets. The white reflects any light in the kitchen, automatically making it feel larger.
The neutral base also allows for fun elements to be added in the way of kitchen accessories, textiles, and art. Keep the space streamlined with flat front white cabinets to make it adaptable to any style.
White is one of the most common choices for kitchens, and it’s easy to see why.
Greige
Greige give a small kitchen the illusion of depth, with some tonal cabinetry that let light reflect, but still add some warmth to the space.
Greige pairs with warm and cool tones making it an excellent base color for kitchens; easily integrate any décor style into the space whether it be coastal, boho, or mid-century modern.
Gray-Green
Gray-green are an excellent choice for a small kitchen as they add color and interest into a small area without overwhelming it.
The gray-green will change color depending on the time of day, amount of natural light, and other lighting so make sure to have samples prior to committing to a final color.
Gray-green can surprisingly act as a neutral while still bringing some depth to a space.
Light Wood
Light wood keep with the light and bright trend that is popular with kitchens. Anything that adds additional brightness or reflects light is a win for a small kitchen.
The light wood is very on trend for 2022 as people look to integrate more natural elements into their home.
A small spaces does not mean small style, and light wood are a great way to elevate your entire kitchen.
Light Gray
Light gray are most likely the second-place finisher when it comes to cabinet color choices for small kitchens. The light gray tone still allows for light to reflect but gives a bit of interest that pure white can sometimes lack.
Light gray also reduce the starkness that can be present with white. Pair light gray cabinets with any interior décor style for a seamless look.
Dusty Blue
Dusty blue might seem like an unusual color for kitchen elements, but in a small space it’s perfect. Exploring color in a small kitchen is a great option when you’re not ready to commit to color on a larger scale.
Dusty blue is a fantastic option as the gray undertones will ensure that the color isn’t overwhelming or too bright.
Use dusty blue paired with white and natural wood for a coastal look, or nubby textures and greige to channel boho vibes.
Light Yellow
Is there anything cheerier than a light-yellow kitchen? Not in our books! Even a small yellow kitchen gives off positive vibes, and even better, it won’t read as overwhelming on a smaller scale.
Choose a soft yellow to create a garden vibe that will be soothing, as opposed to bold, splashy yellows that will dominate a space.
Just like other light colors, light yellow will reflect the light, making the small spaces feel larger.
Warm White
This is a great alternative to pure white that may seems too mainstream for some homeowners. The warm white, or often called off-white, is a warmer version of white.
With a hint of yellow, this creamy white shade bring all the sleek and crisp of the white, but in a much warmer and comfier feels.
Beige
This is a popular color that never goes out of style. The beige will creates a comforting looks to any kitchen, so even if you had a very limited kitchen space, you can still enjoy spending your time there.
Beige can also work with almost any kitchen design style, from classic to a modern ones.
Royal Blue
Even though we’ve been touting the benefits of light and bright in a kitchen, royal blue in a small kitchen pack an undeniable punch.
Since the cabinetry will be a small footprint, the bold color won’t be too dominating, as long as it’s paired with light walls and accents.
Crisp white walls, stainless steel or white appliances, and a white backsplash would be the perfect accents to a dominating color like royal blue.
Pearl Gray
Pearl gray is a fresh update from a typical gray, thanks to it’s green hint. Using this color to paint your kitchen cabinet will creates a simple, elegant kitchen with some fresh natural vibe.
Moreover, since its still a neutral, you can literally fit this gorgeous shade into any color palette.
Sage
Another popular green shade in this list. Even though it’s not as vibrant as most greens, sage can still bring an elegant bright and light appearance that will elevate the looks of any kitchen.
To make things goes even better, you can add some strong accent color to your sage-themed kitchen, such as yellow or vibrant blue.
Mint
We love to use mint to refresh the looks of any kitchen. With a beautiful combination of green and blue, mint had a beautiful natural freshness combined with some calm and airy ambiance, resulting in a unique and eye-pleasing looks.
Conclusion
These colors are proof that a small kitchen doesn’t need to be boring. Whether you’re looking for natural elements, or the perfect pained hue, there are options for all styles.
Since the planning of a small spaces needs to be meticulous to optimize the space, make sure to use sample doors to see the color options in different light and how the color changes.
A small kitchen is a great place to have some fun with color, so jump in and get ready to bring some personality to your kitchen.