Trending colours in contemporary kitchen design: What goes well together?

Kitchens are often considered to be at the heart of the home, and as such, they should be designed in a way that reflects the homeowner's personality and style.

If you're looking to give your kitchen a contemporary makeover, then you'll want to look at the latest trends in colour combinations. However, selecting the materials and styles is equally as important as choosing the colour combinations for your contemporary new kitchen design.

Contemporary kitchens can be designed in a variety of different styles, and each style will call for its own set of colours. It's important to keep in mind the overall effect that you want to achieve. If you want your contemporary kitchen to have a sleek, modern feel, then you'll want to use materials like stainless steel or glass with cool, neutral colours like greys, whites, and blues. Black and white are also firm favourites, especially as both can be teamed with almost any accent colour, and whilst black is a versatile colour that can be used to create a truly sleek and modern look, white creates a bright and airy feel. 

If you're looking for something a little more colourful, then consider using blues, greens, or even purples and orange. These colours can add personality to your kitchen without being too overwhelming, but as a general rule of thumb, less is more when opting for a more ‘avant-garde’ colour!

If you prefer it to have a slightly softer look, shades like creams, terracotta, and warmer blues and greens may be better suited, and mixed with classic materials such as wood.

Use colour combinations that will create a cohesive look…

No matter what style you choose, it's important to use colour combinations that will create a cohesive look.

When using two colours, try to select ones that have similar tones. For example, if you're using both green and blue, make sure both shades are light or dark variations of the same colour.

If you're using three or more colours, try to stick to one main colour and use the others as accents, to help avoid creating a chaotic look.

Use different shades of the same hue to create depth and interest, so if you're using blue, mix in some lighter and darker blues for a more dynamic effect.

Which colour combinations go well together in a contemporary kitchen?

Cool neutrals: Grey, white, and blue are always popular choices for contemporary kitchens, as they create a sleek and modern look. These colours can be used together or paired with warmer shades to add contrast.

Greys: A versatile neutral that can be used in any style kitchen, grey can be softened or darkened to create different effects. It's a popular choice for contemporary kitchens as it pairs well with both warm and cool accent shades too!

Whites: A classic kitchen colour, white can be used in a variety of ways to achieve very different looks. White is a colour which works well with all other colours, and it’s a perfect choice for those who want a bright and airy kitchen.

Blues: From soft baby blues to dark navy, blue is one of the most versatile contemporary kitchen colour combinations that there is!

Choosing a new kitchen should be an exciting and enjoyable process – that’s why it’s always best to employ the services of an established kitchen designer, who can not only advise on the latest kitchen finishes, but also plan the most effective layout without compromising on the style.

Get in touch today with Ray Munn Kitchens, South London’s leading contemporary kitchen showroom!