21 Gray Kitchen Cabinets with White Countertops for a Chic and Sophisticated Kitchen

Published: August 20, 2021

Updated: March 9, 2024

When it comes to designing kitchens and the cabinetry that goes with them, the neutral color scheme is a prevalent choice among homeowners. While black kitchens are dramatic and all-white kitchens are timeless, the gray palette lends a sophisticated signature to the space. Gray kitchen cabinets with white countertops are chic to look at and depending on the tones used, this color can make a space look soft and delicate or moody and glamorous.

Gray kitchen cabinets with white countertops are versatile when it comes to interior styles. Farmhouse kitchens with transitional or cottage attributes will look great when installed with paneled or Shaker-style cabinetry paired in soft or warm gray with veined marble or quartz stone tops. Meanwhile, charcoal, slate, or light gray kitchen cabinets with white quartz or solid surface countertops are ideal for modern, industrial, and contemporary kitchens.

In some instances, a kitchen can also be incorporated with different shades of gray, based on where the cabinets are located. For example, the perimeter cabinets can be painted in a darker tone while the island counter can have a light gray hue, or it can be the other way around. This method works especially if you want to create a focal point in the kitchen and if you have a huge space where the color variations won’t interfere with the visual flow. However, if you have a compact kitchen, it is best to either stick to the same gray colors or choose the ones that are close to each other.

Here are some gray kitchen cabinets with white countertops ideas to elevate the elegant appeal of your kitchen interior.

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Refined Bar Setup

Photo: homebunch

Entertain your family and friends with an elegant bar set up by installing gray kitchen cabinets with white countertops in a niche that’s separate from your cooking space. The cupboards with glass front doors are perfect for displaying stemware and ceramics while the base storage features a combination of cabinet doors and drawers for organization. When setting up a compact space such as this one, opt for light colors such as Repose gray paint for the cabinets and Teltos Calacatta Oro quartz for the stone countertop.

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Warm Gray Cabinets for a Cozy Kitchen

Photo: tomhowleykitchens

Warm up your cooking area with gray kitchen cabinets in Willow Warm paint and pair them with white countertops like Yukon Silestone to maintain the airy qualities of the space. The cupboards and base cabinets all have a recessed panel door style while the drawers sport a plain surface. For accent, opt for a brushed brass knob pull to give your cabinets an elegant pop of metal finish.

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Cottage-style Gabinets

Photo: lottiebownhome

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Gorgeous Kitchen Island

Photo: tomhowleykitchens

Make your island counter the star of the kitchen by increasing its functionality and its aesthetic value. This island counter is decked with Shaker-style gray kitchen cabinets and drawers and installed with white countertops in Silestone Lagoon. You can match the cabinetry with stainless steel pulls and a vintage faucet to elevate its sophisticated qualities.

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Stunning Contoured Bench in Soft Gray

Photo: helen.awali

Kitchen benches don’t have to be rectangular. If you have ample space, you can opt for an island with a sweeping rounded edge to add a touch of soft dynamism to the kitchen. The example above features a curved cooking bench designed with grand pilasters and handcrafted cabinetry painted in bespoke Marjoram for the gray kitchen cabinets with white countertops in Silestone Lagoon. Meanwhile, the wall cabinets sport a bespoke Lovage paint color.

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Slate Gray and Quartz for Contemporary Kitchen Cabinets

Photo: churchviewhome

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Timeless Georgian Cabinetry

Photo: paullmcraig

A functional design that features a combination of a tall pantry and base storage with drawers, this classic English-style cabinetry gives a nod to the home’s history. The perimeter gray kitchen cabinets with recessed panel doors are painted in bespoke Windward paint and topped with an elegant white countertop stone. The hardware is finished in aged brass and paired with brass faucet fixtures which makes reference to the property’s Georgian heritage.

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Classic Kitchen Island

Photo: homebunch

A long and deep kitchen island can become the hearth of entertaining friends and family in the kitchen. This island is nine feet long and is designed with two tiers- one for the sink and one for the bar nook. The farmhouse gray kitchen cabinets are made of wood in distressed weathered grey while the white countertops are made of double-stacked Calcatta marble in a honed finish. Providing a subtle contrast to the cabinets are the mushroom knobs in burnished brass.

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Update your Island

Photo: greybirchdesigns

A nice DIY update can do a lot of wonders to your kitchen. This existing island, which features a combination of gray kitchen cabinets and drawers framed by narrow pilasters and shiplap side panels, is painted in Nevermore gray and installed with a white countertop in quartz.

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Simplicity Perfected

Photo: builderssurplus

If you’re aiming for a simple yet elegant kitchen cabinet design, this is a great inspiration for you. The combination of Shaker-style warm gray kitchen cabinets with white countertops in quartz lends a quiet refinement to the kitchen. Complete the look by installing white subway tiles for the backsplash and accentuate your cabinets with burnished bronze or matte black knobs.

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Charcoal Gray Kitchen Cabinets in Shaker Style

Photo: my_yorkshire_barn

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Go to the Dark Side

Photo: emsertile

Dark gray kitchen cabinets paired with white countertops give off a moody yet restrained touch to the kitchen. The paneled cupboard doors and base cabinets are painted in lush dark charcoal gray Iron Ore, almost close to black. For added drama, match this dark color with gold accents for the cabinet pulls, bar stools, and faucet fixtures.

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Graphite Grey Kitchen Cabinets

Photo: lehomelehouse

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Grey with a Touch of Wood

Photo: rustic.mama4.0

Add warmth to gray kitchen cabinets with white countertops by combining it with dark wood for a nice contrast. The cupboard, in this example, shows an arrangement of paneled cabinets in Trout Gray with 25% sheen and glass-front doors. Inside, the wood shelves are finished in distressed warm wood, lending a pop of color to the gray and white color scheme. Below, the countertop is installed with engineered quartz and paired with base grey kitchen cabinets in the same color.

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Pair Dark with White

Photo: homebybelle

One way to use dark gray kitchen cabinets with white countertops while maintaining the airiness and visual lightness of the space is to use a dual-color theme. The Shaker-style base cabinet drawers are painted in warm Western Myall gray and topped with quantum quartz stone. Meanwhile, the cupboards are painted in white. The slim handles in gold matte for both the cupboards and the base cabinets give the upper and lower elements a unified look.

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Different Shades of Gray

Photo: honestbydesignltd

Play with the palette of your gray kitchen cabinets by combining different types of shades according to their placement. The perimeter Shaker-style cabinets in this image are painted in a dark gray color and installed with round knobs. Meanwhile, the central island features drawers in light greige paint and rectangular handles. For a cohesive look, use the same countertop material for the perimeter cabinets and island such as a white quartz unistone.

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Transitional Farmhouse Kitchen Cabinets and Island

Photo: sarasota.homes.bry

Achieve a cozy transitional style kitchen by using farmhouse gray kitchen cabinets to warm up the space. The Shaker-style cupboards, under counter storage, and island base are painted in Gauntlet Gray and accentuated with black handles. For the rest of the kitchen, opt for white countertops in quartz and use black as an accent color for the furniture, tapware, and chandelier.

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Dreamy Soft Gray and White

Photo: evtherealtor_

Design a dreamy kitchen by painting a soft gray color to your cabinets and pairing it with white countertops in quartz. To achieve this look, use design elements that veer towards cottage and transitional style such as framed kitchen cabinet panel doors and drawers, crown pediment, and brass or gold for the cabinet pulls and faucet fixtures.

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Gray, White, and Gold Farmhouse Kitchen Cabinets

Photo: courtneyalexanderdesign

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A Moody Kitchen Vibe

Photo: devolkitchens

Create a moody kitchen vignette that will draw your attention by using a dark color for your gray kitchen cabinets and pair it with white countertops. The upper shelves of the cabinet are left open to tastefully display bowls and plates while the base storage is covered with paneled door and plain drawer face. The dark Flint gray tone beautifully contrasts with the white quartz stone top and the display ware while the brass hardware gives the cabinets a dramatic metallic sheen.

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Coastal Gray Kitchen Cabinets

Photo: refinedtobloom

Get that airy coastal vibe by opting for gray kitchen cabinets with white countertops that remind of you the soft sea breeze. In this kitchen update, they opted for a light grey paint in Sea Haze not just for the vertical cabinets and base storage, but also for the shiplap panels used on the range hood cover and the island counter sidings. For the countertops, slabs of quartz stones lend a touch of freshness to the room.

Zakhar Ivanisov

Meet Zakhar Ivanisov, a Seattle-based entrepreneur and design enthusiast at the helm of Soul & Lane. With a heart full of passion, Zakhar blends his business acumen and a keen eye for aesthetics to create spaces that are as inviting as they are stylish. His venture into the world of home decor and organization reflects a unique fusion of entrepreneurial spirit and a genuine love for transforming living spaces.

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21 Gray Kitchen Cabinets with White Countertops for a Chic and Sophisticated Kitchen

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Refined Bar Setup

Photo: homebunch

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Warm Gray Cabinets for a Cozy Kitchen

Photo: tomhowleykitchens

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Cottage-style Gabinets

Photo: lottiebownhome

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Gorgeous Kitchen Island

Photo: tomhowleykitchens

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Stunning Contoured Bench in Soft Gray

Photo: helen.awali

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Slate Gray and Quartz for Contemporary Kitchen Cabinets

Photo: churchviewhome

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Timeless Georgian Cabinetry

Photo: paullmcraig

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Classic Kitchen Island

Photo: homebunch

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Update your Island

Photo: greybirchdesigns

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Simplicity Perfected

Photo: builderssurplus

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Charcoal Gray Kitchen Cabinets in Shaker Style

Photo: my_yorkshire_barn

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Go to the Dark Side

Photo: emsertile

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Graphite Grey Kitchen Cabinets

Photo: lehomelehouse

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Grey with a Touch of Wood

Photo: rustic.mama4.0

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Pair Dark with White

Photo: homebybelle

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Different Shades of Gray

Photo: honestbydesignltd

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Transitional Farmhouse Kitchen Cabinets and Island

Photo: sarasota.homes.bry

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Dreamy Soft Gray and White

Photo: evtherealtor_

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Gray, White, and Gold Farmhouse Kitchen Cabinets

Photo: courtneyalexanderdesign

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A Moody Kitchen Vibe

Photo: devolkitchens

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Coastal Gray Kitchen Cabinets

Photo: refinedtobloom

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