Enter this warm kitchen that has utilized glorious gold hardware on cream cabinets as a modern touch. Because the cream cabinetry is so clean and subtle, the designer chose a bold brown granite countertop that wraps the kitchen up in instant coziness.
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The versatility of cream kitchen cabinets is incredible because of the warmth present in the color palette. Not quite as bright and fluorescent as white cabinets, the combinations of hues available for the countertops, hardware, appliances, backsplash, and wall paint are as open as the sky.
The beige undertones of cream cabinets are great with a cooler-toned marble or subway tile, but also fabulous for granite that is based in browns and tan. Additionally, black, brushed nickel, gold, and brass hardware or appliances function perfectly within this palette.
Within these curated ideas, you’ll be astounded at the variability in design present between each photograph. Farmhouse, contemporary, modern, and vintage kitchens collectively utilize this design staple, and we are certain there will be something to inspire your creamy cabinet dreams.
02 of Cabinetry With Glass Doors
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Showcase the details of your kitchen design through cabinet doors with glass panes. With all of the fun dishware in the world, yours deserve to be on display. This farmhouse kitchen with stainless steel appliances is completed with subway tile and real hardwood floors.
03 of Brushed Silver Hardware and Matching Appliances
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Gold and black are making a huge impact as hardware colors in kitchen design, but one color that will never go out of style is brushed nickel. The cream cabinets in this kitchen stand below light gray countertops combined with a classic subway tile backsplash. The brushed silver cabinet pulls are an affordable option and pair fantastically with the stainless steel appliances.
04 of Cream Kitchen Cabinets With Bright Teal Walls
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This creamy white and brown kitchen has integrated a pop of color in the form of vibrant teal paint. Not only was the wall above the cabinetry painted, but also the ceiling for a dreamy ambiance. If you’re feeling brave, experiment with colorful hues in your space and see what sparks your interest.
05 of Incorporating Shelving Décor Above the Stove
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This large kitchen designed with cream cabinets and a gorgeous black range is ready for anything. As an elegant decorative touch, the hood above the cooking range features a long cream shelf that delicately blends into the cabinetry. On the shelf are subtle elements of farmhouse décor including a heart made of straw, a box of wildflowers, and a metal lamp.
06 of Fresh Cottage Kitchen Organization
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A wooden tray holding a potted maidenhair fern rests atop the white marble kitchen island. Above the sink are two open shelves style with lush green pothos planted in a white vessel, some bowls, a framed painting, and some recipe books.
07 of Cream Cabinetry and Christmas Décor
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The cream cabinets in this kitchen are the perfect backdrop for bright red and green Christmas décor. The cabinet tops have enough room for displaying your favorite holiday trinkets. For added warmth, two brown shelves coordinate nicely with the delicate gray hardware attached to the cabinetry.
08 of Incorporating Brown Trim With Black Hardware
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Deep brown tones have been incorporated in this farmhouse kitchen through the coloring in the hardwood floors and wood crown molding visible throughout the kitchen and dining room. The cabinets are very light cream with black, square hardware that matches the vibe of the kitchen shelving perfectly. Black and brown are friends, and this kitchen proves that both colors can be incorporated seamlessly together.
09 of Decorative Wood Pantry Door
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This moody kitchen with vintage vibes has cream cabinets paired with veiny black soapstone counters that are rich and inviting. A butler’s pantry stands off to the side of the room with newly-added deep walnut doors. Though only a simple change, decorative doors are a great complement to light cabinetry because of the effect they have on restoring balance in a room draped in similar tones.
10 of Incorporating Natural Materials in Airy Kitchen
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This corner kitchen with modern appliances features light oak flooring with a washable gray rug that is a subtle complement to the brown granite countertops. Natural textures are incorporated through the use of wicker lamps that hang over the island, and greenery that flows above the sink and on the countertops.
11 of Gray Subway Tile in Open-concept Kitchen
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For a twist on traditional décor, this gray open-concept kitchen and dining room have incorporated glossy gray subway tile in place of the classic white shade underneath the creamy cabinets. This shade matches the stainless steel appliances exquisitely, and brown tones have been seamlessly added through the bar stools and circular dining room table.
12 of Accent Wall With Floral Wallpaper
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Enter this joyful kitchen adorned with cream cabinetry and glorious floral wallpaper. White subway tile and distressed wood shelving surround the stove for a gentle nudge of warmth. In a kitchen filled with neutrals, adding just one accent wall of bright wallpaper is modern, inviting, and easily replicated.
13 of Cabinet Doors With Beaded Trim
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In the theme of retro design, this cottage kitchen has maintained the traditional cabinetry with beaded trim. Big white knobs are a fun addition to the intricate design, in addition to a simple gray countertop. A modern gray wood floor in a chevron pattern helps give the room a modern touch. In an antique home like this one, maintaining the traditional décor elements can be a challenge, but so worth it with a little bit of planning.
14 of Mixing Cabinet Colors
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When putting in new cabinets, the natural thing to do would be to select cabinet drawers and doors all in the same tone. The designer in this kitchen with dark granite countertops selected a medium brown wood for their drawers near the stove but opted for cream cabinet doors in the corner of the room. The design and hardware remain the same, but the delicate color change easily brightens up the space.
15 of Combining Contrasting Metal Tones
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In this calm and soothing kitchen, white countertops are surrounded by a modern marble subway tile in a cool gray. The cabinet pulls are brushed gold, though the appliances are a combination of black and stainless steel. Mixing metal tones may seem questionable, but doing so creates a look that is easy on the eyes yet still visually interesting.
16 of White Appliances Next to Cream Kitchen Cabinets
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Proudly entering the world of kitchen design once again are white appliances. This white oven and stove combo with brass handles and knobs stands prominently next to cream cabinets with smooth quartz countertops. Copper pots hang just above the stove as a functional element of kitchen décor that complements the cabinetry beautifully.
17 of Hint of Texture in Kitchen Backsplash
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A coveted item in any kitchen will always be stainless steel appliances. As a subtle touch of detail, a white backslash composed of a triangular shape creates a hint of texture just below the light cream cabinetry. To keep the room centered in neutrals, a large area rug is a great addition because the colors within it tie together the cream of the cabinets with the silver tones in the appliances.
18 of Cream Kitchen Cabinets in a Vintage Kitchen
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This kitchen is a little piece of antique paradise with its cream cabinetry and bright white countertops. It can be so tempting to rip everything out and start fresh in an old home, but the themes within this kitchen are entering modern design once again including flush cabinet doors, mismatched hardware in silver and gold, as well as bold checkered flooring.
19 of Glossy, Contemporary Cabinetry
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Black granite countertops are situated underneath glossy, contemporary cabinetry. These doors function without handles for a smooth, modern finish, and an oak board has been added to the center island for a layer of texture to this shiny space. If ultramodern is on your design checklist, this space could be a great inspiration piece for you.
20 of Navy Blue Island and Brushed Gold Hardware
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The matte finish on these cream kitchen cabinets begs for a bit of shine. Textured, glossy subway tile reflects the light that is spotlighting this kitchen perfectly. For a pop of rich color, the island was painted in a deep navy blue with a beautiful brushed gold faucet that matches the cabinet pulls for a look that is chic and purposeful.
21 of Metallic Kitchen Hardware Ideas
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White cabinets and shelves adorn a white wall around a white stove with black burners. The shelves are adorned with small white vases and bowls, cookbooks, a white crock for of wooden utensils, and a wooden knife block. The cabinet hardware sparkles in metallic colors to add a sophisticated touch to an all-white kitchen.
22 of Contrasting Gray Island
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A popular kitchen theme that can be mimicked in your home is painting the kitchen island a contrasting color to your traditional cream kitchen cabinets. The cabinetry with black hardware is paired with a dark gray island. If you look closely, you’ll see not only the paint color different but also the countertops. The cabinetry features a dark slate top, while the gray island is covered with a bright cream-colored stone.
23 of Cream Kitchen Cabinets With Black Glazing
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Glazing your kitchen cabinets is a traditional way to achieve a detailed look while remaining aesthetically neutral. The fine black lines within the cabinet grooves are accentuated perfectly by matte black hardware. In addition, dark grout in place of a traditional white option looks fantastic on popular subway tiles.
24 of Off-White Kitchen Cabinets with Brass Hardware
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An off-white kitchen island with a white countertop stands in front of off-white cabinets. The cabinets are paired with brass hardware and a light gray square tile backsplash. Stainless steel appliances are fitted between the cabinets.
