No matter the style of your home or your decorating preferences, a white kitchen always looks right. Whether you want a warm and rustic farmhouse kitchen, an airy and fresh cottage or coastal look, or a more modern cook space, the color white is the perfect choice. Small kitchens and galley kitchens especially benefit from white as a base because it helps open up the space and make it look and feel larger. We know that white isnt a one color fits all, though, so get started by choosing the right white paint color for your walls and cabinetry. A good general rule of thumb is that cooler whites will give your space a crisp, airy look, while warmer whites feel calm and cozy.A white kitchen also doesnt have to be all white. In fact, making a white kitchen distinctly yours is half the fun. For a cozy farmhouse kitchen, layer a white kitchen with warm woods (think butcher block countertops, a wood vent hood, or reclaimed ceiling beams) and character-filled vintage accessories. Pairing white with rich, moody hues such as blue, green, or black, and accenting it with warm and rich brass finishes delivers a modern look. Choosing surfaces like a classic subway tile backsplash or marble countertops make for an elegant white kitchen thats timeless and sophisticated. Here, weve rounded up 60 of our favorite white kitchens that will appeal to both minimalists and vintage enthusiasts alike. Youre sure to find a look youll love!For more ideas for your kitchen from islands to lighting, check out these stories:1Give it a Sense of Age with Stained WoodworkMarta Xochilt Perez, styling by Matthew GleasonTo help the newly expanded and renovated kitchen feel in keeping with the rest of her historic farmhouse, homeowner Stefanie Turner used warmly stained quartersawn oak for the window trim. She replicated the finish on the base of the large center island (the top is Cambria quartz).Get the Look:Wall Paint Color: White Flour by Sherwin-WilliamsCabinet Paint Color: Smokey Taupe by Benjamin MooreRELATED: Add Christmas Cheer to Your Kitchen With These Holiday Decorating Ideas2Channel Nostalgic StylePhotograph by Donna Griffith, Design by Karen BertelsenIf it was good enough for the ancient Egyptians and Romans, then we say it is good enough for us. A black-and-white checkerboard floor brings a nostalgic, yet modern feel to a farmhouse kitchen. Pair the floor with clean-lined cabinetry and silver-toned finished to keep the modern bistro vibe. RELATED: Get the Look With Paint! 25+ Brilliant Ideas for Painted FloorsAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below3Ground it With Natural WoodBrie Williams, styling by Rachel RiversHomeowner Bambi Costanzo broke up the white cabinetry in her tiny kitchen by repurposing an old wood dry sink she found on Facebook Marketplace. To create the sink cabinet she took the piece apart and then installed the pieces separately under the window. It was almost too perfect for the space, she says.Get the Look:Farmhouse Sink: Whitehaus Fireclay SinkBridge Faucet: For similar, Signature Hardware Delacour FaucetRELATED: Tour More of This Tiny Cottage in West Virginia That Brims With Big Personality4Layer Various Neutral HuesMax Kim-BeeIn her Florida cottage, author Fifi ONeill paired creamy white-painted walls with whitewashed plywood floors that are a bit darker in hue. Chippy finishes on the shelves and island add patina that keeps the space from feeling too new. Burlap cabinet skirts set off all the varying shades of white and add humble texture. RELATED: Tour More of Fifis Charming Coastal CottageAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below5Pair it With BlueRoger DaviesYou dont have to look any further than a plate rack full of transferware to know there isnt any more classic color pairing for a kitchen than blue and white. In this California home designed by Alexis Garrett, the pops of blue through the range, diamond ticking-patterned backsplash tile, and woven stools feel fresh, happy, and timeless.Get the Look: Cabinetry Paint Color: Simply White by Benjamin MooreRELATED: Tour More of This California Beach Cottage That is the Epitome of Country Charm6Use Unpainted Wood For Cabinetry FrontsErin LittleIn this airy kitchen housed in a converted barn, designer Christina Salway balanced clean and lofty white surroundings with warming touches of natural wood as drawer and cabinet fronts and as trim on the windows. A dark stained antique sideboard adds to the balance and makes a fun conversation piece. Get the Look: : Wall, Ceiling, and Cabinetry Paint ColorAll White by Farrow & BallAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below7Bring in a Touch of ShimmerRoger DaviesDont be afraid to think outside the box when it comes to lighting. This tiny 100-square-foot space gets a dose of glamour with a sparkly crystal chandelier. RELATED: 10 Must-Follow Rules For Making a Small Space Beautiful 8Try a Checkered FloorKirsten FrancisInspired by centuries-old European farmhouses, designer Stephanie Perez opted for 12- by 12-inch off-white Crema limestone tiles and green marble tiles in this classic farmhouse kitchen. While hers are madeof natural materials that will patina nicely over time, peel-and-stick tiles offer a similar look with a wallet-friendly price tag. You can also get the look by painting the floor.Get the Look: For similar,Floor Tiles: Sterling Classic White Stoneand Nexus Forest Marble self-adhesive tiles from Home DepotCabinetry Paint Color: Creamy by Sherwin-WilliamsAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below9Layer with Woven MaterialsMarta Xochilt PerezNatural woven materials make a great way to add texture and warmth to a white kitchen. In this lake house, the owner topped the island with two overscale woven pendant lights and also brought in texture through counter stools with woven backs. RELATED: See more of this dreamy lake house on Minnesotas Lake Pulaski.10Use Vintage-Inspired HardwareDavid A. LandAdd dimension to white cabinetry with oil-rubbed bronze or iron hardware. For extra vintage-style charm, use exposed hinges on doors and bin pulls for drawers.Get the Look: Hinges:surface mount butterfly hinges from Van DykesBin Pulls:Clayborne by RejuvenationRELATED: Tour More of This 1940s Maine Cottage That is a Joyful Cannonball Dive into Memories of Summers PastAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below11Hang a Plate RackCarina OlanderWhat farmhouse kitchen is complete without a collection on display? Skip overhead cabinets in lieu of a plate rack that lets your favorite vintage china stand in as artwork. RELATED: The 100+ Best Places to Shop for Antiques and Vintage Online12Bring in Gray TonesLincoln BarbourIf you want the airiness of an white kitchen, but dont want it to feel too cold and crisp, choose an off-white for the walls and ceiling. Then, bring in soft gray tones through some cabinetry and trim, soapstone or concrete countertops, and even lighting, as shown here with the trio of nickel pendant lights in this modern Mississippi kitchen.Get the Look: Wall and Ceiling Paint Color:Fleur de Sel by Sherwin-WilliamsRELATED: See more of this rustic-meets-refined Mississippi retreat that proves rough-hewn doesnt have to mean roughing it.Advertisement - Continue Reading Below13Dont Forget the BasketsMax Kim-BeeFor a cheap and easy storage solution, nothing tops a basket! The woven texture is also a natural complement to white cabinets and butcher block countertops.14Bring in Touches of BlackZIO AND SONSBlack and white kitchens date back to the 1920s and the look remains timeless today. In this upstate New York kitchen, Anthony DArgenzio of Zio and Sons delivered the classic pairing in a modern application of mosaic Zellige (terra cotta) tiles from his collection with Cl. A black range, stove, and countertops help punctuate the palette.RELATED: 40 Pretty and Practical Kitchen Backsplash IdeasAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below15Use Wood for the BacksplashTria GiovanTo bring the cozy factor to a white kitchen, consider using reclaimed wood for a backsplash that extends to the ceiling, as in this tiny farmhouse kitchen. The aged wood brings loads of character and makes a nice backdrop for artwork and glassware. RELATED: 6 Best Places to Find or Buy Reclaimed Wood Near You16Add a Wow Factor with Light FixturesDAVID TSAY, styling by Becki GriffinThere is so much to love about this pretty farmhouse kitchen, but hands-down, the stars of the room are the patinaed green antique French lanterns. Down below, soft gray concrete countertops pair well with limed oak barstools upholstered in a blue-and-white striped indoor-outdoor fabric.Get the Look: Wall Paint Color:Decorator's White by Benjamin MooreRELATED: Take a look inside the rest of this dreamy Texas farmhouse. Advertisement - Continue Reading Below17Create a Coastal LookDavid A. LandIn order to add more soul throughout the largely blank kitchen of her familys lake house, designer Chenault James brought in a smattering of reclaimed touches. Her husband, Ed, owner of Four Board Woodworks, built all the kitchen cabinets out of weathered cypress. Diner-inspired barstools add retro charm to the light blue kitchen island topped with Vermont Danby honed marble countertops.Get the Look:Blue Cabinet Paint Color: Rhine River by Benjamin MooreRELATED: Take a tour of the rest of this pretty and family-friendly Michigan lake home. 18Line Walls & Ceilings with BeadboardJim WestphalenRather than flat drywall, designer Cathy Chapman prefers how white beadboard (on the ceiling) and shiplap (on the walls) offer ample farmhouse appeal. Reclaimed waxed hemlock floorboards lend the room a rich tone. A built-in hutch made of reclaimed pine floorboards holds dishes, a salvaged pine header crowns therange, and walnut countertops carry up the backsplash for a cohesive look.Get the Look: Wall Paint Color:White Heron by Benjamin MooreAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below19Paint the FloorDavid Hillegas, styling by Heather Chadduck HillegasThe best way to express color and pattern in a kitchen is with a painted floor, says designer Heather Chadduck Hillegas. To get a look similar to her kitchen floor, here, try a floor stencil, then give it instant age by using a paint sander to remove some paint. Coat with polyurethane.Get the Look:Trim and Cabinetry Paint Color:Shaded White by Farrow & BallCeiling Paint Color:Swiss Coffee by Behr20Give it a Bistro LookAnnie SchlechterBlack cabinetry pairs with to-the-ceiling subway tile for a modern look inspired by French bistros. A marble-like quartz wrapped island and countertops, plus glass and brass bistro shelving complete the look. Get the Look: Cabinetry Paint Color: Tricorn Black by Sherwin-WilliamsCountertop:Ella by CambriaShelves:Freyja from WayfairJennifer KopfJennifer Kopf is the Executive Editor of Country Living. She also covers antiques and collecting.