Ahh, the white kitchen. Love it or hate it, it’s a classic. White (like black) can go from modern to mod and rustic to retro. In terms of longevity and resale value, white is always a safe bet. (If you can keep it clean, that is.) I’ve always claimed to hate an all-white look, but seeing these photos, I admit I’m loving some of these.
This simple, classic space is warmed by schoolhouse chairs and a checkerboard floor, from the photostream of ooh_food:
I adore this space from Living etc, in which white takes on a natural, rustic look:
This kitchen from Ideal Home is a great example of how to incorporate colour into an otherwise white space. I love the barely-there hint of blue:
Via Marie Claire Maison, this small space has a wonderful mix of styles, brought together by the neutral colour scheme:
Not everyone has an ornate fireplace to work with, but this room (from the dearly departed Domino and found on Dear Jac) shows what dark floors and vintage styling can do with white:
Another Domino pic (via Desire to Inspire), this kitchen is a favourite of mine. I love how the wallpaper brings a pop of colour to the modern white cabinets:
I like the kitchen with the fireplace. It’s sort of like a more modern version of a Landmark Trust kitchen!
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