It’s no secret that green has been trending in interiors lately, especially in kitchens. Not only does the leafy shade conjure a sensation of being surrounded by nature, but it’s also a versatile and welcome alternative to traditional colours such as white, marble, beige and grey.

Shades of green convey a sense of wellness and give a distinct personality, so if you’re after a little something extra in your kitchen, it seems the way forward is green. 

Earlier this year, there were whispers of blue being a trend in kitchens too, but with a little delving into colour psychology, you’ll find that blue is somewhat of an appetite suppressant.

It would appear that (apart from blueberries) there are few blue foods in nature that are not either poisonous or spoiled, so our brains have been wired to avoid blue food – which could explain why this trend didn’t gain quite as much traction.

If you’re building a kitchen from scratch and want to add colour, here are my top three tips:

1. Select your colour carefully.

There are many colourway options when it comes to paint, but surprisingly few in laminates. Make sure that you select a colour that works for you but also works in a palette alongside the other materials and inclusions in your kitchen and home.

2. Avoid coloured glass splashbacks.

In my opinion, there hasn’t been enough time between the popularity of coloured glass splashbacks and how they are perceived today, though I’m sure their time will return. If you’re concerned about coloured cabinet doors, bring a level of interest and personality to your kitchen by injecting colour through the tiles on your splashback, instead of using glass.

3. Colour can also be added to your appliances.

Look at the gorgeous copper coloured Fhiaba fridges, or the heavenly Ilve Majestic Oven and Canopy Rangehood. These are just some inclusions that have elevated the oak and white colour palette of this contemporary kitchen.

A completely green kitchen is a statement, that’s for sure. We’ve seen it recently on The Block in 2022 in Dylan and Jenny’s home. The couple pared this bold colour with brass details to elevate their country style home. So, whether it’s a grey-green as we’ve seen here on The Block, or more peacock tones, green does bring a fresh feeling to a contemporary country-looking kitchen.

Shaker-style, glass or mesh insert doors, and notes such as oak and stone also couple well with a green kitchen – both harking back to the bygone era of nostalgic craftsmanship, whilst at the same time providing a modern, simplified, and contemporary look with their clean lines and neat inset profiles.

Green cabinets are a commitment though, so if you’re concerned about jumping on a trend (which is incorporated into a built and a very expensive part of the home) it’s worthwhile considering paint as a ‘Plan B’. You can update your existing kitchen with green on the walls, or even by repainting the doors of your existing cabinets.

Paint can also be used as a get out of jail free card if you grow tired of the green cabinets, by painting over the top of them at a relatively low expense.

For a more measured approach, opt for adding in touches of colour through your interior décor pieces. This can be achieved by styling your room with colourful window treatments, like Carpet Court’s S-Wave sheers in Sicily, Bali or Seattle.

You can also look to add colour through cookbooks, plants, flowers, coloured glasses, plates, dinnerware, tablecloths, tea towels, napkins, and more.

If you like the idea of colour, but not the idea of having coloured cabinets in your kitchen, consider painting your walls instead. You can always change it later and embrace a fresh new look with a change of mind, trend, or season.