32 Green Kitchen Cabinet Ideas

Green kitchen cabinets are a timeless choice for colored cabinets, in large part due to the wide range of colors available. From hunter to olive, green is a color that embodies renewal, rejuvenation, and energy, and it's more than a passing trend. While it lends a modern feel to the kitchen, it can also feel equally traditional and classic.

You can choose a sage green that modern and minimalist or a kelly green that is fresh and vibrant. There are dark emerald green cabinets and vibrant, light grass green cabinets, and each of these colors can work within different styles from eclectic to farmhouse. Green cabinetry works in a small, minimalist kitchen designed for efficiency and in a sprawling, state-of-the-art modern kitchen. The look can be easily customized with black or gold hardware, pops of color, neutral accents, organic touches, and bold complementary palettes.

If you're tired of the white kitchen trend, here are 32 kitchen ideas to inspire you to try green kitchen cabinets in your own home.

Experiment With Green and Black Marble

This stunning kitchen design from cecy_j_interiors features a mixed-material design with classic black marble, deep wood and muted grey-green cabinetry that all play tremendously well together.

This shade of green a bit understated and is a great choice if you want to create a more traditional green kitchen look that won't feel dated in a few years.

Include a Pop of Aqua on the Cabinets

The rich, bold hue of these cabinets seen in this kitchen from emberbrune is a great choice if you want to go big with color. Jewel tones feel saturated and glam, and work wonderfully in this kitchen. Opt for white or wood countertops to keep the kitchen chic and classic.

Pair Green Cabinets With a Bold Backsplash

In some ways, green is one of those "go big or go home" colors. Even in the most subtle shade, green simply stands out (in a great way) so why not take the look to the next level with a bold geometric backsplash tile, like this one from meridiandesignconstruction?

Want something a little more toned down? A green backsplash is also a great way to get that green kitchen look without painting your cabinets.

Keep It Open With Lower Green Cabinets Only

The shamrock-inspired shade of green in this kitchen from bridgetmarie24 is bright and takes center stage—but because it's only on the bottom cabinets, it doesn't overwhelm. Opting for open kitchen shelving is a great way to tone down such a lively color.

Create Contrast With Green and Black Cabinets

This beautiful kitchen from tfiinc features the best of both worlds, with a green island and black built-in cabinets. Two-toned cabinets are a great way to add dimension to your kitchen, and the contrast between the minty green and the moody black cabinets creates a world of visual interest.

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Add Wallpaper Above Your Green Cabinets

We cannot get enough of this cheery kitchen from fromgrittopearl. Not only does it feature a happy emerald shade of green on the cabinets, but the black-and-white wallpaper provides a wonderful contrast and acts as a focal point in the kitchen.

By keeping the countertops and backsplash simple and neutral, the rest of the kitchen can really shine.

Choose Olive Green Cabinets

These earthy olive green cabinets from jeanstofferdesign offer a sophisticated look and feel with a modern twist. We love how well this rich color works with the burnt orange vintage rug and the natural wood island.

Layer Shades of Green

When done correctly, you can easily experiment with different tints of green throughout your kitchen. This space from devolkitchens features darker green cabinets paired with a grassier shade of green on the walls. When mixing shades of green, opt for greens with similar undertones so they don't clash.

Implement a Vintage-Inspired Look

While we tend to think of green as a trendy, modern hue, this kitchen from ashleybeseda_ proves it can work in nearly any kitchen. This kitchen is a bit more rustic and vintage-inspired than some of the others on our list, but the muted green cabinets give it that perfect pop of color against the otherwise neutral space.

Combine Green and Wood Tones

This modern kitchen from girlandgrey features a mix of deep hunter green and natural wood elements to give it a mid-century modern look and feel. Between the muted hunter green cabinet color and the gold starburst overhead lighting, we can't decide what we love most about this space.

Paint Existing Cabinets

Going green doesn't have to mean a whole kitchen renovation. This space from hannanakano utilized existing cabinets and a can of bold green paint to transform the space. Work with the undertones in your backsplash and countertops to find a green hue that plays well with your existing kitchen.

Mix Green and Brass on Your Cabinetry

Green and gold is a color combo that works incredibly well together. This green kitchen from West of Main features gold and brass accents throughout the space to elevate the look and give it a regal, upscale feel.

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Opt for Glass Cabinetry

Worried that green will overwhelm your kitchen, but not into the open shelving look? This space from lightanddwell features glass doors on the upper cabinets that keep the kitchen feeling open and airy while still giving it that pop of green color.

Try a Dramatic Green Kitchen

The green in this kitchen from lesinge_julien_el_julian is rich and moody, and perfect for anyone who wants to make a statement with their kitchen decor. The use of brass accents throughout the space gives it a high-end look that feels both modern and traditional.

Add Texture to Your Green Cabinets

This pistachio green kitchen from inredningstil is definitely eye-catching. While the green is a somewhat muted shade, the geometric texture on the cabinets lends even more visual interest to the space.

Blend Green and Light Wood

Unfinished wood gives off a minimalist look and feel, but pair it with a bit of color (like in this kitchen from brightcassandra) and it feels modern and edgy. A wood this light plays well with nearly any shade of green, but we like it best when paired with darker shades for added contrast.

Go for Barely-There Green

The pastel green in this kitchen from knelsonarchitects is subtle enough that in certain lights it could even look white, but look closely and you'll see the slight hints of green come through. We love this idea for anyone who wants to add a bit of color to their kitchen but doesn't want to over saturate the room with pigment.

Use a Green Pantry Instead of Cabinets

If a green kitchen appeals to you, but you're not ready to paint all of your cabinets just yet, this space from fadedcharm_livin is a perfect inspiration. This green pantry is perfect for adding a pop of color to any kitchen without committing to a full renovation.

Dive Into Teal Green

A kitchen can't go wrong with a cool-toned green. The tinge of blue is calm and collected, whereas the green retains that grounding feeling. Painting cabinets a cooler green is also a great contrast against accents that might be warmer, such as the wooden seats at the island and the flooring.

Refresh With Mint Green

If moss green or earthier tones are a bit too heavy, light mint green is a great alternative. This kitchen in particular still has a consistent flow and expansiveness, but the slight variation between the mint and white gives a little more visual interest. The two different colors are also well connected by the tiling on the walls—a nice, well-thought-out touch.

Break Up White Space With Green Cabinets

Monochrome kitchens are a minimalist's dream. Reversely, white space can feel bare. What if you want to main that calming, effortless atmosphere but aren't interested in the blindingly bright tone being the star of the show? Allow a pale green to step in. It's a peaceful hue and with open shelving up top, the kitchen still feels remarkably spacious and breezy.

Throw It Back With Avocado Green

The mid-century called and said it's perfectly acceptable to borrow its color palette—again. The popularity of avocado green began during this era, continued into the '70s, and is understandably a top pick today. It's earthy but has just enough saturation to make it really pop. Add it to cabinets with some kind of textured panel and your kitchen might just be the most stylish room in the house.

Combine Complementary Colors

Mixing red and green may not be the first color palette anyone is jumping on, but don't write it off just yet. In the right shades, these complementary colors can create a punchy modern look that spices up any kitchen. A red backsplash is a great way to do this, but there are simpler ideas, too, like red hardware, kitchen accessories (such as a teapot), or tiling.

Focus on the Lower Cabinets

Contrasting upper and lower cabinets can make for a gorgeous effect. If all-green-everything sounds daunting, pick one or the other. As this cooking space shows, the mix of minimal colors and bold green make for a kitchen that keeps the peace between the urge to go trendy or stay classic. Ensure the tone and color "temperature" of the wood matches that of the paint so it feels clean and cohesive.

Be Mindful of the Accents

When cabinets are painted in a statement color, it's best to really consider the types of accents and furniture you frame them with. This room does so perfectly. The dark wooden chairs and table, as well as the crystal chandelier, are stylish picks in their own right but don't clash or steal the show away from the blue-green cupboards.

Contrast Green With Bold Black and White

In this modern and minimalist kitchen, dark green cabinetry is contrasted with a crisp black and white backsplash. Warm wood accents give the room an organic feel, while open shelving keeps it feeling light.

Choose a Sleek Green-Gray

The sleek and sophisticated green-gray on these kitchen cabinets gives a cool, tailored look, especially when paired with classic white cabinetry and timeless lighting above the island. The warm wood floors keep the space feeling comfortable and welcoming.

Create a Moody Scene With Green Cabinets

The grass green meets olive tone on these kitchen cabinets is perfect for a moody, farmhouse-inspired scene. When paired with a warm white marble, brass fixtures, and wood details, the look feels cozy and nostalgic.

Go for a True Kelly Green

Try a true kelly green in your kitchen for a look that's bright and cheerful every day. A crisp, pure white and a natural accents create an approachable, happy palette that will make your morning coffee feel both relaxed and recharged.

Pair Green Cabinetry With Red Brick

Red and green aren't just for the holidays! A timeless red brick floor is a gorgeous, old world look in a kitchen, and one of the best colors to pair with it is a mesmerizing sage green. The slight cool tones in the green are the perfect complement to the warmth of the brick.

Add a Wood Tone Island

Wood is one of the finishes that looks best with green cabinets, and these evergreen kitchen cabinets pop against the light, natural wood island. Brass accents and white countertops bring the entire kitchen together.

Don't Be Afraid of Mixing Green and Print

There's a lot going on in this kitchen, in a good way. From the herringbone wood floors to the wallpaper on the walls, this kitchen isn't afraid of print and it also incorporates green cabinetry. The result is a muted yet welcoming take on maximalism.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is green a good color for kitchen cabinets?

Green is a timeless choice for kitchen cabinets. There are many shades of green that read neutral, such as sage or olive. If you go with a bold hue, like kelly green or teal, then try it with neutral accents to give it a classic look.

What colors go with green kitchen cabinets?

Green kitchen cabinets are gorgeous with bold black and white accents, natural rattan and wood tones, or complementary colors like orange, yellow, and blue.

What color cabinet pulls work with green cabinets?

Brass and black cabinet pulls both complement green cabinetry beautifully.

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