Kitchens are extremely important for our homes, even if you almost don’t cook or don’t cook at all, this is a place where you gather at breakfast or dinner, perhaps receive guests and use your dining table as a desk for work. If you spend a lot of time in the kitchen, you may want to keep it looking perfect and renovate it from time to time, and today’s roundup is dedicated to an idea to make your kitchen stand out and make a statement – go for a two tone one!
Two tone kitchens are making a huge comeback, this trend is currently everywhere and there are good reasons for that. First of all, two tone cabinets make your kitchen look less formal, second, this is creative pairing of different, often contrasting colors, and third, you can easily incorporate this trend into your kitchen décor yourself. How? Just paint upper or lower cabinets or change the facades. Now, if you already feel inspired, I will be happy to share some ideas!
What Styles Welcome Two Tone Cabinets?
Two tone cabinets are perfect for any kitchens, from modern and boho to minimalist and vintage. You may try various color combos, and the most popular are black and white, grey and yellow, green and white, blue and white, and many other colors paired with white as this neutral color dis super compatible and can be used both with dark or bright shades and with neutrals or pastels. One more cool idea is rocking colored and stained cabinets together, as stained ones will soften the look of the kitchen giving it more coziness.
Olive green and white cabinets make this kitchen vibrant and inviting. Butcherblock countertops add warmth and functionality. A unique white pendant lamp with pompoms brings a playful touch.
A black and white mid-century modern kitchen with a white dining set, a mosaic tile backsplash and a large copper lamp.
A bold blue and white mid-century modern kitchen with white countertops and a metal cooker.
A bold contemporary kitchen done in white, with bright yellow upper cabinets, a wooden countertop and a white subway tile backsplash.
White and navy cabinets give this kitchen a bold, contrasting look. A grey herringbone tile backsplash adds texture and pattern. White stone countertops provide a clean and modern finish.
A catchy kitchen with white and navy shaker style cabinets, a white tile backsplash and countertops and gold handles.
A chic blue and white kitchen with a grey countertop and a grey tiel backsplash looks neat, stylish and timeless.
Olive green and white cabinets bring a chic contemporary flair to the kitchen. Gold handles add a touch of elegance. White countertops and a boho rug complete the stylish and cozy space.
A chic kitchen with white upper cabinets and buttercream lower ones plus a stone countertop and brass touches looks cool.
A chic two tone kitchen with light green and graphite grey shaker cabinets, a white subway tile backsplash and white marble countertops.
A two tone kitchen with white upper cabinets, black handles, light grey lower ones, and dark wooden beams. Use black handles for a modern touch and dark beams to enhance the rustic feel.
A chic two-tone kitchen with olive green and stained cabinets, a kitchen island with a dining table and black lamps.
Teal and white shaker style cabinets make a chic statement in the kitchen. A white tile backsplash keeps the look clean and bright. A bold rug adds a pop of color and personality.
Printed textiles add a cozy touch to this chic vintage farmhouse kitchen, featuring stained and light green cabinets. Neutral countertops and potted greenery complete the look. Use printed textiles to introduce warmth and pattern to your space.
A contemporary kitchen done with sunny yellow and white cabinets, with white countertops and a mosaic floor looks cool.
A contemporary kitchen done with white and yellow cabinets with a texture, with white countertops and yellow chairs.
A contemporary kitchen with stained and black cabinets, a black kitchen island, white countertops and a backsplash, gold scale pendant lamps.
A contemporary kitchen with upper bright yellow cabinets, white ones and a white backsplash looks ultra bold.
A contemporary kitchen with white and yellow cabinets and built-in lights plus colorful touches for more.
A contemporary kitchen with white upper cabinets and lower grey ones, gold and brass handles plus a white fish scale backsplash.
A contemporary neutral kitchen with ivory and light stained cabinets, a brick backsplash, white countertops and black handles is very chic.
A contrasting and moody kitchen with grey walls and a ceiling, upper cabinets and lower yellow ones, mismatching chairs.
What Type Of Cabinets Is Good For Two Tone Kitchens?
Two tone kitchens may feature various kinds of cabinetry: shaker, sleek and plain and many other, and all of the will look good in various colors or stains.
A contrasting kitchen with white upper cabients and charcoal grey ones, black glass frame cabinets and a white backsplash and countertops.
A cool farmhouse kitchen with white and stained cabinets, white countertops, glazed white tiles and black handles.
A cool two-tone kitchen with pink and white sleek cabinets, a white skinny tile backsplash and butcherblock countertops.
White and olive green shaker cabinets create a cool, contemporary vibe. White stone countertops and a subway tile backsplash maintain a crisp and clean look. Gold knobs add a luxurious finish.
A fab contemporary kitchen with sleek white and light stained cabinets, a blue chevron tile backsplash, white stone countertops.
Sleek white and navy cabinets give the kitchen a contemporary, fab look. A white stone backsplash and countertops create a seamless appearance. A skylight floods the space with natural light, making it feel open and airy.
A farmhouse kitchen with graphite grey and light blue cabients, a white herringbone tile backsplash and pendant lamps.
A farmhouse kitchen with two-tone cabinets, a large hood, a large shiplap kitchen island, a brass pendant lamp and wooden stools.
A farmhouse kitchen with upper white cabinets, graphite grey ones, a marble tile backsplash and a stained kitchen island.
A farmhouse kitchen with white and pale blue shaker style cabinets, a white tile backsplash and a printed rug.
Green and stained cabinets blend beautifully in this kitchen. A white tile backsplash adds brightness and contrast. Black handles and lovely decor pieces complete the inviting look.
A laconic modern kitchen with fluted stained and light green cabinets, a stone backsplash and black handles.
A light green and white mid-century modern kitchen with marble countertops and a backsplash plus gold touches.
A lovely contemporary kitchen with graphite grey and white cabinets, a white chevron tile backsplash, catch black pendant lamps.
A lovely cottage kitchen with light blue and muted blue cabinets, a stained kitchen island and white stone countertops, pendant lamps.
A lovely two-tone kitchen with nude and mint blue cabinets, stained handles, a woven pendant lamp, a white subway tile backsplash.
A lovely two-tone kitchen with white and light-stained cabinets, skinny tiles, black handles and a black kitchen island.
A mid-century modern two-tone kitchen with stained and mint green cabinets, white countertops, a penny tile backsplash.
A minimalist kitchen with black lower cabinets and bright yellow upper ones plus white countertops is ultimately bold.
A minimalist kitchen with lower grey and upper white cabinets, a window backsplash, a white countertop and stained wood for a warmer feel.
A minimalist lilac kitchen with white upper cabinets, a white stone backsplash and countertops plus lilac chairs.
A minimalist two-tone kitchen with stained and forest green cabinets, a white stone backsplash and countertops.
Two Tone Kitchens With Stained Cabinets
The trendiest idea for now is pairing up painted and stained timber or MDF cabinets to get a slight natural touch in the kitchen – all things natural are extremely trendy. Wood and white or grey is a very timeless and neutral scheme, and most of shades of wood will look good with these colors. But never mind if you don’t like them – wood looks amazing with almost any color you can choose! Get a more chic look sprucing up your cabinets with metallic handles or knobs, brass or gold ones. Black fixtures will add a more modern feel to the space. How to tie up the cabinets? Go for the same handles and knobs, choose matching doors and matching countertops and a backsplash will make the kitchen look unified.
A modern black and white kitchen with sleek cabinets, a black frame kwindow, a geo tile backsplash and black pendant lamps (by Breathe Design Studio).
A modern farmhouse kitchen with upper white cabinets, lower grey ones, pendant lamps and metallic touches here and there.
White upper cabinets and dark grey lower cabinets create a modern farmhouse look. White countertops and a backsplash maintain a bright and airy feel. Black pendant lamps add a bold and stylish touch.
A modern space with sleek white cabinets and stained ones, a geo tile backsplash and a marble kitchen island.
A modern space with sleek white cabinets, wooden ones and a stone backsplash for a textural look.
A modern two-tone kitchen with white skinny tiles, butcherblock countertops, black handles is a lovely space.
A refined two tone kitchen with navy and white shaker style cabinets, white countertops and a subway tile backsplash plus a retro pendant lamp.
White and navy shaker cabinets give the kitchen a refined, sophisticated look. A grey tile backsplash adds texture and depth. Leather chairs and a pendant lamp complete the elegant dining area.
White and mint cabinets create a fresh, retro look in the kitchen. White stone countertops and a penny tile backsplash add vintage charm. Gold fixtures provide a touch of elegance.
A serene kitchen with white upper cabinets and light grey lower ones, a large kitchen island, open shelves and white stools.
A small black and yellow kitchen with bright upper cabinets, lower grey ones, a mosaic tile backsplash and a chalkboard wall to make notes.
Dove grey shaker cabinets bring sophistication to the kitchen. A navy kitchen island adds a bold contrast. White stone countertops and cool pendant lamps complete the stylish design.
A sophisticated two-tone kitchen with white and stained cabinets, black countertops, mosaic tiles and black pendant lamps.
A stylish and elegant kitchen with taupe lower cabinets and white upper ones, a pretty tile backsplash, wooden stools, pendant lamps and elegant vintage fixtures.
A stylish contemporary space with white upper cabinets and graphite grey lower ones, brass and gold touches.
White and dove grey cabinets create a stylish, clean look in the kitchen. A midnight blue kitchen island adds a dramatic touch. Elegant gold pendant lamps provide luxurious lighting.
A stylish kitchen with white upper cabinets and grey lower ones, a white subway tile backsplash and white countertops plus gold handles.
A stylish minimalist kitchen with white cabinets and grey upper ones, a white tile backsplash, a kitchen island with a waterfall countertop and pendant lamps.
Dove grey and bold blue cabinets bring style to a small kitchen. A grey tile backsplash adds texture and interest. White stone countertops keep the space bright and clean.
Green and white shaker cabinets define this stylish two-tone kitchen. White countertops keep the look bright and airy. Black fixtures and brass touches add modern elegance.
A stylish two-tone kitchen with stained and mint cabinets, a white penny tile backsplash and white countertops.
A stylish two-tone kitchen with upper white and lower grey cabinets, a penny and scallop tile backsplash, a bold rug.
White upper cabinets and blue lower cabinets give the kitchen a vibrant two-tone look. White countertops and upholstered stools keep the space bright. Pendant lamps provide stylish lighting.
Colored Two Tone Kitchens
If you love juxta positioning various colors, skip plywood, wood and MDF and go straight to the shades you love. White and grey, black and white, navy and white, mint and turquoise, black and beige with anything you can imagine – these are only part of the list you can apply to your kitchen. No ready combo for you? Then you can create that yourself! A tiled backsplash and countertops are nice elements to tie up the two colors that you’ve used, and you may also add wooden elements, metallic handles or knobs and you’ll get a super stylish space!
A two tone kitchen with dove grey lower cabinets, white upper cabinets, wooden countertops, and gold handles. Combine gold handles with grey and white cabinets for a chic design.
Creamy and mint cabinets bring a fresh look to the two-tone kitchen. Butcherblock countertops add warmth. A mosaic backsplash adds color and pattern.
A two-tone kitchen with green and stained cabinets, white subway tiles and a shelf, potted plants and black fixtures.
A two-tone kitchen with light grey and blue cabinets, a grey tile kitchen backsplash and white stone countertops.
A vintage two-tone kitchen with white and aqua-colored cabinets, white stone countertops and a backsplash is a chic space.
White and blue cabinets give the kitchen an airy feel. White quartz countertops and a backsplash keep it bright. Stainless steel handles and a stained wooden hood add modern and rustic touches.
An airy kitchen with white and stained cabinets, white stone countertops and a backsplash, gold handles.
Grey cabinets and a large grey hood give the kitchen an elegant look. A navy kitchen island with a butcherblock countertop adds contrast. Copper pendant lamps provide warm and stylish lighting.
An elegant kitchen with white and graphite grey cabinets, a niche shelf, a tile backsplash and black countertops.
An elegant mid-century modern kitchen with white and stained cabinets, a matching kitchen island and black stools.
An elegant white and stained kitchen with white stone countertops and a white herringbone tile backsplash.
An exquisite two tone kitchen with white and sage green cabinets, a white quartz backsplash and countertops plus touches of gold.
Light green and white cabinets create an inviting mid-century modern kitchen. White stone backsplash and countertops maintain a clean look. Gold accents add a touch of elegance.
A modern kitchen with navy lower cabinets and light-colored upper wooded cabinets plus a marble backsplash.
A cozy rustic space with rich-colored wooden cabinets and white ones plus a subway tile backsplash.
A chic minimalist kitchen with dark stained wood and white sleek cabinets for a bold contrast.
Dark stained wood and white cabinets plus black metal handles and marble countertops for a rustic kitchen.
Dark-stained wood and white cabinets plus metallic touches for a mid-century modern space.
White and light-colored wood cabinets and a matte black backsplash for a bold minimalist kitchen design.
A cozy mid-century modern kitchen with white upper cabinets, MDF lower ones and a retro rug for a touch of color.
A stylish traditional kitchen with white upper cabinets, wooden lower ones, gold handles and a marble tile backsplash.
A modern farmhouse kitchen with white uppers and rich stained lower ones plus a white subway tile backsplash.
A minimalist kitchen with sleek white and black cabinets and eye-catchy lights looks wow.
Black and white cabinets and lots of light-colored wood in decor for a modern welcoming look.
Bold blue and white cabinets plus a marble kitchen island look modern and luxurious.
Bold blue and white cabinets plus a white subway tile backsplash for a cool look with a touch of retro.
Dark wood and mint cabinets and a matching mint backsplash for an ultra-modern look.
a beautiful kitchen with dove grey and white cabinets plus a mosaic tile backsplash.
Emerald and white cabinets, subway tiles for the backsplash and some metallic touches here and there.
Graphite grey and white cabinets are spruced up with geometric mid-century tiles on the backsplash and floor.
Graphite grey cabinets, upper white ones plus granite countertops and metal stools for an industrial feel.
Grey and white cabinets with a chevron tile backsplash and brass touches plus a blue rug.
Light grey and white kitchen cabinets with brass and copper touches for a chic feel.
Navy and white is always a timeless solution, a white subway tile backsplash is a cool idea and brass handles add chic.
Slate grey cabinets plus white upper ones, wooden furniture and brass touches for an elegant look.
Turquoise and light green cabinets with catchy pulls for a contemporary kitchen look.
White and light blue cabinets plus much light-colored wood for a fresh modern look.
a stylish kitchen with white upper cabinets and hunter green lower ones, brass handles and butcher block countertops plus woven shades.