White kitchens 

CRISP, FRESH AND TIMELESS

In a world with endless colour choice for a custom kitchen, white is a steadfast hero.

A favourite with renovators and those building a new home, a white kitchen is crisp, fresh and timeless.

Here are six reasons why homeowners love white.

1. NEUTRAL THE PERFECT PARTNER

White is the ultimate neutral: it complements other neutrals through to bold colours. So, white will pack punch whether you pair it with a classic black benchtop, statement appliance, bright or pale splashback, brass or timber accents, or simply want the freedom to update kitchen décor with seasonal trends.

Pairing white with black is a classic combination, as shown in this KitchenWise design which highlights the statement oven.

While this KitchenWise client was yet to finalise a wall colour after cabinetry installation, they had peace of mind their all-white kitchen would not restrict colour choice. Likewise, some clients wait until installation before choosing their splashback colour.

This client's red splashback is a bold, but balanced feature with the white KitchenWise cabinetry and black benchtop.

2. CLASSIC COMFORT

White is always in style: it just does not date! Whether paired with other colours or layered in all-white textures, a white kitchen continues to stand the test of time.

White is easy to pair with plain and patterned neutrals.

A white kitchen is elegant and timeless.

3. DESIGN VERSATILITY

Whether you are dreaming of a classic, modern, industrial, zen or Scandinavian design theme, a white colour palette will work magic in any style.

White works with sleek and modern designs, and flows easily with an open-living area.

Detailed cabinetry and marble-style engineered stone work their magic in classic-style white kitchens. Image: Laminex

4. REFLECTS LIGHT AND 'GROWS' SPACE

White kitchens reflect light, giving a sense of luxury and space. White walls, cabinets and benchtops will optimise natural and electrical lighting, making even small kitchens feel larger.

White reflects light and makes small kitchens feel more spacious.

A spacious white kitchen exudes elegance and style.

5. ALL-WHITE WORKS

An all-white kitchen evokes a calm, happy mood. Far from feeling boring or clinical, warmth and visual interest is achieved through different finishes, textures and patterns, as well as décor and surrounding furnishings.

White on white works wonders with the layering of different finishes and materials in this KitchenWise design.

Simple brass accents and plants dress this white kitchen, which can be easily re-styled with emerging décor and colour trends.

6. BROAD APPEAL

Knowing white will not date, gives home owners peace of mind their kitchen will appeal to a broad market when the time comes to sell their property, whether that is in the near future or decades away.

Whether a modern design, like this kitchen built by KitchenWise for Sessions Builders, or a traditional theme, a white kitchen appeals to all ages. Image: Bethanie Hemeter, Sessions Builders

WHITE CONSIDERATIONS

So, what do you need to consider, when choosing a white kitchen?

From cabinetry to benchtops and splashback materials, white comes in a multitude of shades and finishes, ranging from matt to high-gloss.

Some whites have warm undertones, while others have cool undertones, which will work differently with various materials, flooring and surroundings.

It’s important to choose the right shade of white for your space, and this will be largely determined by the source and quality of lighting, as well as colour and texture of floor, kitchen materials, walls and surrounding furnishings.

COLOUR CONSULTATION

Choosing whites – or other colours – is made easy at KitchenWise, with our design team helping you each step of the way.

We guide you through the myriad of colour choices and materials during a scheduled design consultation.

If you are ready to bring your dream kitchen to reality, book a design consultation today by contacting KitchenWise on 5831 2077 or at https://www.kitchenwise.com.au/contact