As designers, we are often asked if a color, design or current trend will stand on the test of time. We have seen a lot of trends come and go over the years, and we firmly believe that a functional layout will make any kitchen timeless. But when it comes to colors, we get it. You don't want the same kitchen as your neighbor, but you don't want to regret a color choice in 5 years either.
When it comes to color in cabinetry, we think the biggest determining factor is if a color has enough nuance to keep it interesting. When it comes to color, we love to steer our clients to colors with interesting undertones. As designers, when a visitor walks into a home we've designed and says, "I love the cabinets! Are they blue? Maybe Gray? Or even black?" we know we've done our job! The undertones of a paint color are so important to keep cabinetry from feeling flat and to help a color - be it white, green, blue or even a wood stain - stand the test of time.
And when it comes to blue kitchens? We say blue is here to stay. Just like your favorite pair of blue jeans, blue is a timeless color that plays well with others, adds dimension and interest to a space, and can help to elevate a kitchen. We love it as an accent, in an island for example, and we love it as a full kitchen color, too.
But the bottom line? If you love it, then you should go for it! There are lots of ways to make a kitchen unique and personal to you, but at the end of the day, if a color, tile or countertop makes your heart happy, then you will love it for a very long time.
