These white kitchen ideas are perfect for the refresh you’ve been seeking.

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The term “classic whitekitchen” exists for a reason.

This clean color palette repeatedly stand the test of time.

March and May Kitchen

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To realize the versatility of white, you should probably embrace the powerful range of the color white.

The white plaster hood above the range is the open kitchen’s focal point.

All of the living areas connect.

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This also makes it easy for guests of all ages to access kitchen essentials.

The smooth transition to the wall and countertop makes a big difference, she says.

Opposite those, the homeowner kept her pantry nearby but disguised it as two tall cabinets flanking theopen shelving.

Welcome Guests

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Small Modern White Kitchen

White makes this small kitchen feel open and spacious.

A ceramic subway-tile backsplash and sleek marble countertops complete the monochromatic look.

Greenery adds a splash of color around the sink.

Christina Lynch kitchen

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Chrome knobs and appliances complete the clean, modern look in the kitchen.

At the same time, remember that you always have the freedom to make it your own.

Don’t overlook what a little bit of greenery might do for your white surroundings.

Folly Beach South Carolina cottage kitchen renovation

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As shown here, fresh flowers and potted plants add vivid touches of nature.

Making a choice can feel overwhelming.

White upholstered stools paired with light wood enhance this vibe, along with subway tile and stainless steel appliances.

Idea House 2023 Kitchen

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The dark finishes of the floors and the island’s wood top add warmth to thecreamy white kitchen.

Woven rush stools, an inexpensive catalog find, provide casual seating at the island.

A single long, white shelf replaces open cabinetry and keeps dishes right at hand.

Bright kitchen with modern appliances and hardware

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Outdoor White Kitchen

Outdoor living spaces have seen a surge in popularity, and we understand why.

Enjoying naturewhile creating a mealthat brings everyone to the table is so gratifying.

This rooftop kitchen provides everything needed for an evening cookout, including a dishwasher.

Laura Kay Kitchen

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The beautiful white scape complements the coastal background.

There is simply nothing else needed here to ensure your enjoyment.

On the walls, vertical stripes painted in two subtle shades of blue create a soothing atmosphere.

Small Modern White Kitchen

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Many ofthe kitchen’s featureshave the feel of a comfortable living room.

Take in the mantel style range hood, which displays pewter candlesticks, and the decorative columns throughout.

The cozy upholstered barstools with nailhead trim will make your guests feel right at home.

Bright kitchen with white and wood elements and greenery

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But here’s the dish: The secret lies in the mix.

It is easy to handle open display when you have enough closed space to hide the not-so-pretty items.

The key is to know how much openness you could handle before it gets messy!

White Kitchen with Marble Countertops and Acrylic Stools

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And you don’t have to be jot down A to get this A-plus look.

Once you are happy with your look you don’t have to change it.

Nautical White Kitchen

Clean white floors complement the cabinetry and island.

The Lighting

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A minimal number of upper cabinets keeps the space open.

The shelves display plain white dishware against a wall of deep royal blue tile.

Nothing says nautical like blue and white!

Lighten Up Kitchen Update

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The stainless steel appliances and large hanging light fixtures over the island call to mind metal boat fittings.

The color hides stains that would show on a white sink, and also presents pleasant contrast.

This is yet another example of a kitchen withopen shelving.

Calm & Current Natural Kitchen

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The family chose a warm white paint for the walls, cabinetry, and trim.

A pop of color was added with the barstool slipcovers, making the room look bright and airy.

says homeowner Kelly Herron.

Neutral Highlights

The U-shaped layout of a large island maximizes the space.

To expand the room visually, all appliances and storage areas are hidden behind handsome cream cabinetry.

Determined to use the area with greatest efficiency, he placed a recessedchina cabinetin a wall underneath the staircase.

Family-Family Kitchen Update

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The theme carries over to the rich heart-pine floors salvaged from a dilapidated cotton warehouse.

Touches of creative color came in the form of a surprisingly subtle apple green.

Detailed White Kitchen

The inset cabinets and bin pulls add to the antique aesthetic of the room.

Chef White Kitchens

The center island replaces enough counter space to fit a washer and dryer in the room.

Details like the farmhouse sink and green glass tile add throwback style.

Color is embraced with bold choices in art and color coordinated kitchenware accents.

Style Meets Function

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Calacata gold marble countertops were a must-have, and the La Cornue range was love at first sight.

They had the refrigerator custom paneled in chalkboardclever and hardworking!

The softness of the large light fixture does not allow the white surroundings to come across as harsh.

Open White Kitchens

Instead, it extends an invitation to revel in this welcoming space.

It’s easy to imagine a crowd here, enjoying some of your favorite dishes.

Open shelving allows the occupants to place punches of color with their collection of culinary objects.

Nautical White Kitchen

Here, a pastel shade of blue was used for the walls and a cornflower blue for the island.

For a jolt of lively color, a distressed faux-finish was applied to the island.

A copper countertop gives the workspace even more character.

Family Friendly Design

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Even the light fixtureslarge, clear glass pendantswere chosen with the view in mind.

If you lovecottage style, an easy way to achieve it is with white paint.

Make the most of Mother Nature.

Bright White Kitchen

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Bright White Airy Kitchen

This Washington D.C. kitchen was renovated withhosting eventsin mind.

The chrome fixtures and an electrified anchor add the right sparkle to the sunny cook space.

For a seamless look, consider integrating your appliances with the cabinets.

Antique White Kitchen

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Add the illusion of more space and light by incorporating cabinets with glass fronts.

When it comes to adding colorful accents to an otherwise neutral space,don’t overlook appliances.

A cornflower blue refrigerator adds a dose of retro color.

Farmhouse White Kitchens

If you choose, you could even play around with colors provided in certain range models or hoods.

Clean Kitchen

Designer Cari Berg swapped the old Formica counters for Carrara marble and installed Shaker-style cabinets.

To make smaller galley kitchens feel bigger, white goes a long way.

Small White Kitchen

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Bring in color with accessories, like a patterned rug or bright stools.

The red stools and blue mixer add dimension to this otherwise neutral space.

Balancing the stark contrast is a neutralkitchen islandcrafted from light wood and white-grey marble.

Ideas for Southern Homes: Kitchen Cabinet Details

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Live Large

Make the most of your kitchen’s square footage.

Replace upper cabinetry with open shelving to keep the look airy, and coat the walls in white.

(It’s the easiest way to make any room seem bigger.)

Style and Sensibility

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Create a multifunctional workspace using a butcher block on your island as a prep area or a buffet table.

Cover walls and lower cabinetry with louvered shutters.

It adds architectural interest and a strong dose of breezy island style.

White and Gray

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Retro Chic

Give your kitchen an extra helping of cottage charm.

Beaded board, marble countertops, and vintage appliances set the tone for a fresh, inviting space.

Opt for a monochromatic palette paired with glass-front cabinets to make even the smallest kitchen feel more spacious.

Reflective Kitchen Ceilings

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This look will win any dining guest over.

A clean white palette is a fresh palette.

Two oversize drum shades in a crewel-like print do wonders to spice up an otherwise neutral kitchen.

Charming Farmhouse Kitchen

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Get the best of both worlds with frosted-glass cabinet faces.

They have theless-bulky lookof transparent glass with just enough opaqueness to hide anything you don’t want on display.

Small windows above the open shelving add extra light to this airy kitchen.

Cottage White Kitchen

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Keep It Simple

Sometimes it doesn’t take much to make a statement.

This kitchen is simple but anything but boring.

Utility inspired concrete countertops, beehive shaped glass lights, and milk glass accents add a subtle farmhouse emphasis.

It’s all about the ocean in this Buzzards Bay, Massachusetts, kitchen, and the mostly-white surfaces ensure that water and sky take center stage. Even the light fixtures, large, see-through glass pendants, were chosen with the vista in mind.

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In this case, though, rustic takes a backseat to a more modern aesthetic.

A Statement Made

At first glance, this kitchen is 100% farmhouse.

The styles complement each other for a uniquemodern farmhousepairing.

Water-hued plates, mugs, and vases match beautifully with mint green pendant lights in this small Tybee Island, Georgia, kitchen.

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This is anything but boring, proving that white can help to turn your favorite cookware into decorative choices.

Industrial details like the light pendants, range hood, and black windows also work together.

Mixing styles creates a more updated version of a classic farmhouse appearance.

With its new, Shaker-style cabinetry on olive knuckle hinges, open shelving displaying pretty blue-and-white dishware, dazzling glazed terra-cotta backsplash, custom hardware made from a mold of an antique pull, and fanciful range hood, the kitchen is thi

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Mountain Modern Farmhouse

Industrial pendant light?

We introduced a statement-making copper sink and olive window trim to bring an edge to these elements.

Black and whitecan be stylish, without feeling stark.

White and Blue Kitchen Makeover

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In our Coronado Showhouse kitchen, designer Betsy Burnham bypassed glossy surfaces in for matte gray cabinetry and a glazed brick backsplash, but the chrome fixtures and an electrified anchor add just the right amount of sparkle to the sunny cookspace.

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This Montecito, California, kitchen “has a great sense of symmetry and order, which lends itself well to frequent entertaining," says interior designer Melissa Warner Rothblum. The adjoining outdoor dining and living area, accessible via a pair of French

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Walls, cabinets, and floors are painted white to bring in as much light as possible to designer Jenny Wolf’s East Hamptons kitchen.

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In her Southern California kitchen, designer Cari Berg swapped the old Formica counters for Carrara marble and installed Shaker-style cabinets.

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An all-white kitchen plays contrast to this Saugatuck, Michigan, cottage’s surrounding, colorful rooms. Pops of primary colors—red stools and a blue stand mixer—add interest.

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large butcher block island in this kitchen doubles as a multifunctional work space as storage is built beneath it

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Retro White Kitchen

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Patterned Kitchen Pendant Lighting

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White Lake House Kitchen

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Keep it Simple

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Braden Family 1907 Farmhouse in Brenham, TX Kitchen

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Idea House 2020 Kitchen

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Winslett Watson in Farmhouse Kitchen in Savannah, GA

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Idea House 2020 Back Kitchen Pantry

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Farmhouse Restoration Kitchen

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