Here in Nashville, Tennessee, there’s always something cooking. From Lower Broadway to Music Row, you’ll find kitchens aplenty across town, which is why if you’re looking for non-traditional, non-white kitchen ideas for your home, you’ve come to the right place.
See, we’ve worked in the construction industry building custom homes for decades. From design-build homes to neighborhood tract homes, we’ve designed and built plenty of new homes.
Considering building a new home or revamping your kitchen? We combed our portfolio and the internet for ideas and built out a list of our favorite non-white kitchen ideas.
Check out these nine exceptional, kick-butt, non-white kitchen ideas for your home.
Table: Classic non-white, non-traditional kitchen ideas
| Non-white kitchen ideas |
| 1. Grey with wood 2. Husky grey 3. Light grey 4. Modern and olive green 5. Royal blue 6. Teal or bluish green 7. Ocean blue 8. Black and gold 9. Natural wood-based colors (and textures) |
Kitchen designs with grey
1. Grey with wood
Recently, we’ve seen a great deal of grey and wood paired together inside homes for a more rustic, vintage vibe. You can even create a cozy cottage feeling with grey cabinetry, gold handles, and wood tones for wall frames.
In other words, thoughtful details like wood accents around a kitchen sink or backsplash can add a touch of magic to a home. With grey and wood, you can create a gorgeous aesthetic that merges sophistication, warmth, and intimacy.
2. Husky grey
Traditional kitchens tend to use conservative colors. Consider adding bold, husky greys against white tiles to make a strong statement.
Include mandala-like designs in each floor tile for a stylish, yet ornate finish to your floor plan. Pair gold hardware with grey to create a regal look to your kitchen space.
The contrast between smooth colors and intricate designs creates a synergy that makes for a warm and inviting dining area.
3. Light grey
For a more understated, cool look, consider adding iron ore-colored grey on cabinets and around light fixtures. Add marble countertops, tan window shades, and wood-inspired chairs for a serene dining environment.
Green and blue tones
4. Modern green and olive green
If you’re looking for inspiration for layouts that make use of green paint colors, an olive green kitchen with natural light makes for an earthy and grounded kitchen.
Pair sage green with warm wood tones and to create a modern space that’s both functional, expansive, and rustic.
5. Royal blue
Opting for bold blue colors like royal blue, cobalt blue, or navy blue can transform a home from dull to bright. A pop of blue can pair with almost any neutral color category, making built-in structures stand out and emphasizing focal points within the kitchen.
If you’re looking to add a softer version of blue, you can also opt for turquoise or bluish green.
6. Teal or bluish green
If you’re looking to add a softer color in your kitchen, try out turquoise or bluish green. These colors create a more airy, coastal feel to dining spaces, helping bring warmth and energy to a kitchen area.
Use it as the main color or accent tone on countertops and other cabinet hardware. Teal and bluish green also pair with light woods and cream-based colors.
7. Ocean blue
Consider light, warm hardwood floors and waterfall countertops paired with a classic white backsplash. Ocean blue creates a soothing atmosphere in a busy kitchenette.
For more contemporary designs, you can choose dark blues and greys. Blues tend to blend well with a variety of color palettes, so you’ll have options when it comes to how you design your ocean-blue kitchen.
Darker colors, layouts, and natural woods
8. Black and gold
Black and gold are a signature luxury color combination. Designers tend to use black for cabinet colors and gold for handles and hardware.
This timeless look adds flair and a touch of modernity to a kitchen. You can even pair deep brown hues in centerpieces.
Alternatively, consider adding black and gold with stainless steel appliances for a more sophisticated look to your kitchen space.
9. Natural wood-based colors, cabinets, and textures
Whether you’re building a custom home that showcases natural wood textures or using it as an accent in your kitchen, wood adds warmth to an island, ceiling beams, and cabinetry.
Consider finishing your kitchen with a rustic or polished wood to add a more natural feel to your cooking corner.
Bonus: Modern mountain colors
Bold, dark tones with natural light and open space: think black finishes and gold hardware, stone countertops, and tiled backsplashes. Modern mountain colors are a trend we’re seeing more often these days.
Integrated recessed lights and glass cabinetry doors that showcase spirit collections or ornate cookware can add a polished look to a kitchen area.
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Wood islands, farmhouse sinks, ornate cabinetry, and quartz countertops: It’s all possible at Good Day Living
Whether you’re looking for a farmhouse vibe or a traditional look complete with chandeliers, a modern kitchen holds space for entertaining and delighting others while expressing the full range of a homeowner’s personality.
Whether you’re looking to mix materials and finishes of different colors — an emerging kitchen design trend in 2025 according to Statista.com — or whether you’re sticking to classic whites and cream colors, you’ll want to hire a team that’s both flexible and versatile, dependable and disciplined.
That’s how we work at Good Day Living.
Our team builds functional and spacious kitchens that last for decades. We believe nothing short of excellence is acceptable for our construction projects. That’s why we make it a point to be proactive about reaching out to our clients, so we can better discover their wishes for their new build.
Curious to see what we can do for your kitchen space? Get in contact with us. We’d love to talk!
We look forward to helping you realize your dream kitchen.
