9 Colour Combinations to Consider When Planning a Kitchen Makeover

Ready to choose the colour palette for your kitchen makeover that will enable you to create the perfect atmosphere? Here are some combinations to consider.

9 Kitchen Makeover Colour Ideas

1. Burgundy and blue - A Luxurious and Bold Choice

Jewel tones always bring a sense of sumptuousness to a space, so if you want your kitchen to be a luxurious treat for the senses, you can’t go wrong with burgundy and blue. To keep your space from looking too dark or imposing, incorporate a few splashes of vibrant yellow to lift and revitalise.

2. Terracotta and grey - Warmth Meets Elegance

Grey tones can look dull or uninspired, however this is never the case when it’s paired with a beautiful warm terracotta. The key here is to choose a warm grey, as you’ll struggle to create a sense of harmony when pairing terracotta with a harsh, cool toned grey.

The Bella Richmond collection is just one example of a range that is available in a variety of grey tones that pair wonderfully with warmer tones, including highgloss light grey and matt dove grey.

3. Rose pink and light blue - A Dreamy Kitchen Makeover Duo

As complementary colours, rose pink and light blue are a dreamy combination. While we would suggest using blue as the dominant colour in a relaxing bedroom space, rose pink may be a better main colour in a kitchen. You could also incorporate hints of yellow throughout to bring a bit of extra sunshine to your space.

4. Brown and black - A Timeless and Sophisticated Look 

As brown and black are very close to each other in terms of their overall tone, the key to ensuring both colours shine in a design is to be very intentional with the shades you’re choosing. Contrast is key, so aim to pair an inky black with a rich oak and style with soft neutral tones such as cashmere and ivory. 

5. Dusky pink and sage - A Calming, Earthy Blend

If you want your kitchen makeover to promote a sense of calm and tranquillity, sage green is a beautifully earthy tone that feels very grounding. It pairs very well with dusky pinks, which have a feminine quality that matches the subdued and relaxing energy that sage promotes.

Pro Tip: Pops of sky blue can be used to catch the eye and add uplifting energy, but use this sparingly to avoid too much distraction.

6. Cream and green - A Versatile Classic for Any Kitchen Makeover

Cream and green is a dreamy colour combination because it looks great in every home. It’s also a colour combination that provides space to play with other colours, with everything from blue to yellow, pink and purple all suitable for incorporation into a harmonious colour scheme.

7. Layers of pastel - A Fresh and Vibrant Kitchen Makeover Look 

Pastel colours always look fresh and can enable you to create a kitchen space that feels lively and revitalising. The Bella Shaker doors in antique white or ivory will provide an ideal base for your space, allowing you to then layer accessories in a variety of pastel yellows, blues and pinks. 

8. Taupe and sage - A Natural and Muted Harmony

While these two hues may initially seem very different, they share an earthy and muted essence that always feels very natural and harmonious. If you also want to add a touch of depth, flashes of rich mahogany or raspberry red can keep your design from looking too understated. 

9. Cream, pale yellow and mustard - A Cheerful Combination

Layering different tones of a single colour is a straightforward way to create a real impact with your kitchen makeover. As an uplifting and joyful colour, yellow is an ideal choice for a kitchen that will help you prepare for the day ahead and unwind at the end of a long day.

Pro Tip: Choose between three and four yellow tones, making sure that one is more intense or richer than the others. This will ensure your design has contrast and doesn’t look too washed out.

Complete your colourful kitchen makeover with Happy Doors

Our kitchen doors are available in a range of colours and finishes, with something for every kitchen makeover regardless of whether you want to celebrate natural wood grains or breathe new life into your space with a pop of colour. Please give us a call on 01256 845 816 or email hello@happy-doors.co.uk with any questions!