This majestic villa near Amsterdam (which was for sale via Fantastic Frank) is decorated modernly, using warm and natural materials throughout the spacious rooms flooded with daylight. The ground floor features a spacious dining room with an oval dining table, a living room in a warm color palette, and a contemporary kitchen in a dark wood tone paired with an impressive stone countertop.
The second floor holds the bedrooms and another living area. The classic yet modern bathroom has a beautiful grey tile on the walls and flooring, paired with a grey vanity.
A dining room with mustard walls and an impressive oval dining table
You can access a spacious dining room with mustard limewash walls and a beautiful hardwood floor through the intricate wood frame glass doors with rounded corners.
The mustard walls are paired with yellow dining chairs around the modern oval dining table for a coherently warm look.
A living room with beige walls and yellow couches
The beige walls in the living room accentuate the historical details on the white ceiling and the woodwork around the windows. The yellow couches complement the beige walls perfectly, while the green plants add a fresh touch to the color palette.
A spacious hallway with a beige tile floor
The white walls in the hallway contrast nicely against the darker tone of the walls in the dining room. The rattan pendant lights add a whimsical touch to the setting, which pairs well with the vintage wall shelving in a dark wood tone.
The white-painted staircase leads up to the bedrooms on the second level.
A dark oak kitchen with dark grey walls
The contemporary kitchen consists of different kitchen modules separated from each other. The walnut cabinets paired with the impressive stone countertops work well in this spacious floor plan.
Both the walls and ceiling are painted in a dark grey paint color for an impressive color-drenched effect.
The custom kitchen dining table is attached to wall storage and shares the same material palette as the kitchen.
A family room on the second floor
A spacious bedroom with custom wardrobe modules
The main bedroom has a subtle warm grey wall color and a metal frame bed. The custom walnut wardrobe modules share the same look as the downstairs kitchen cabinets.
A guest bedroom underneath an A-line roof
A grey bathroom with a clawfoot tub
The impressive grey color palette in the bathroom is realized by the grey tiles on the floor and on half the wall. The impressive clawfoot tub adds a beautiful historic element to the space.
A cool grey vanity with chrome details finishes off the bathroom look perfectly.
Whether it’s surrealist, traditional, or modern, wall art is an easy way to instantly transform any part of your home. If you’re a fan of artwork, creating a gallery wall in a dining room will instantly make this part of your home look unique and dramatic.
Whether it’s a home with an open floor plan or a small, cozy dining space, here are some incredible dining room gallery wall ideas that will uniquely elevate your space.
Mix Various Sizes and Styles for Drama
Here, the homeowner added artwork in a brilliant mixture of styles and sizes to create a visually stunning gallery wall. Every piece of art varies in size from small to large, and they all have different themes and frames adding to the overall eclectic vibe along with the vintage chairs and vintage chandelier.
Note how the wall art is hung from around the middle of the wall up to the ceiling to bring the eye upward. This technique can help to make smaller spaces appear larger.
Hang Artwork in a Similar Style for Seamless Cohesion
This modern gallery wall boasts black and white artworks that beautifully coordinate with the rest of the space. From the walls and floors to the ceiling, white is used to create a truly elegant dining room.
Instead of hanging bright, colorful artwork, modern pieces in black frames pop against the rest of the space and give a subtle nod to the gorgeous black and brown dining table and chairs along with the chic chandelier. Adding black sheer curtains here would filter the light and coordinate with the color scheme.
Create a Cheerful Dining Space with Colorful Pieces
In the example below, a colorful gallery wall brings the space a brilliant splash of cheerful color and unique motifs. Not only are there works of art hung in frames, but a few select pieces (like the watch wall clock and the colorful arrow-shaped piece) bring it a cool, eclectic feel.
You can easily design a gorgeous oversized gallery wall like this one by mixing and matching a wide variety of wall art, wall sculptures, gold frames, and more all in a rainbow of colors for a playful, vibrant pop.
It’s easy to add a mini gallery wall to smaller spaces, like the one in this example. The variety of artwork including new and vintage pieces is displayed beautifully in a single corner, moving from the top of the wainscotting and up toward the ceiling, over the door.
A colorful grid gallery wall like this can help you design an interesting, moody dining room. Here, it adds tons of visual interest without detracting from the stylish round-stone table and the comfortable upholstered dining chairs.
In this Scandinavian dining space, the gallery wall is a lot simpler than you might see in other examples. However, you can tell that the homeowner carefully selected pieces that had meaning and chose to display them in a strategic, thoughtful way.
Instead of adding a typical gallery wall with artwork clustered together, some pieces are scattered to enhance the space while maintaining the Scandinavian dining room vibe for a chic modern touch. Wooden frames blend beautifully with the classic light-stained furniture.
Creating gallery walls doesn’t have to be complicated, like the example in this elegant yet eclectic dining room. A row of simple wall shelves creates a ledge gallery wall and the perfect place to display framed art and other items that you can easily change whenever you want to update the space.
However, one large framed piece steals the show and gives this dining room an artful element. The use of the shelves allows for an ever-changing, free-form gallery wall that can easily be changed any time you wish.
Bold graphic artworks like the examples here help to highlight other parts of the dining space like the light-stained table and vintage chairs. Incorporating dramatic colors and bold graphics in this bright gallery wall helps the toned-down furniture stand out rather than blend in.
Instead of a classic white wall, the tan-colored walls here add to the warmth of the room while still allowing the artwork to make it a bright dining room.
Transform Your Dining Room Into a Museum-Like Space
The navy accent wall in this dining room helps to make it a dramatic and bold space that draws you in. Opting for a simple grid gallery wall, the artwork on display here is featured in a single row and consists of everything from colorful paintings to black and white photos.
The gorgeous, rich stained furniture pops against the white wainscotting and is punctuated by the delicate geometric-shaped white paper pendant light hanging above it.
An eye-catching gallery wall doesn’t have to be the only thing that makes a dining room stand out. In this example, many objects work together to create a truly stunning space. Textured boucle upholstery on the creamy chairs and a massive modern table act like sculptures rather than furniture.
A soft shag area rug, fluted pendant light, and multiple potted plants are extra design elements that work well together. The large windows that lead to the balcony help to bathe this space in warm natural light.
The round shape of this charming vintage dining room makes it extremely unique, and a large round table with wood and leather woven chairs adds to the elegance. Since this dining space has an unusual shape, a wall shelf was installed on one side to make designing this elegant monochromatic gallery wall easy.
Rather than displaying art in bright colors, black and white tones were used to create an almost monochromatic gallery wall that doesn’t detract from the room’s subtle, luxurious design.
Rather than just hanging artwork in simple photo frames, this dining room has a unique addition thanks to a large piece of textured fabric that serves as a backdrop to two of its most dramatic pieces. The color of the fabric complements the rectangular wood slab table.
A unique thin modern black pendant lamp reflects the table’s shape and adds light without being so overwhelming that it detracts from the other design features and gives this free-form gallery wall a unique vibe.
You can use wall color to help bring out your gallery wall and give it new life. The gorgeous mint green walls in this dining room give it a warm, earthy component along with the stylish curved cane chairs.
The rich stained credenza against the wall also adds to the vibe, along with a few leafy houseplants and a vase filled with branches and flowers. Even though there are only three pieces of art here, they’re large enough and grouped in a way that makes for a simple yet elegant gallery wall. The choice of both black and blonde wood frames combine beautifully, too.
What makes a gallery wall cohesive is the choice of pieces featuring similar themes or styles. For example, this space has four pieces of art created in a classic style like simple sketches and traditional florals so it looks as if each work of art naturally belongs with the other.
This also demonstrates how the artwork matches the rest of the space with its vintage table and unfinished wood floors that tie the room together.
Allow an Architectural Feature to Frame Your Gallery Wall
The designer of this dining room incorporated a unique, stylish idea to utilize an old door frame as part of the gallery wall. What appears to have once been a door is now walled off, but the frame remains.
Using that trim, the designer created a larger “frame” that surrounds the wall art and makes it a dramatic focal point. White neutral chairs and a simple modern round table in the corner add another stylish element that looks beautiful nestled near the grid gallery wall.
It’s clear to see that this homeowner appreciates art since there are several pieces featured in different rooms, not just the neutral vintage dining room. Although the “bones” of this home feel vintage, the use of modern furniture and accents gives it a sleek, updated look. This example shows you can have a lovely gallery wall in any space, like a living room gallery wall, not just the dining room alone.
A large framed piece featuring geometric shapes helps to carry the rest of this dining room’s design. The large white globe pendant light and curved wood chairs reflect the many curvaceous silhouettes in the space.
Alternatively, you could also add colorful chairs and some artwork to match the same brilliant and bright tones to create a similar design. Use metallic gilded frames to help the artwork pop.
If you don’t want to use nails, wall shelves like these make it easy to create a stylish, floating gallery wall. This option also makes it easier to switch artwork and other decor whenever you want to change things up.
The use of black frames helps the wall art pop and a round mirror with a similar frame ties it all together beautifully for a bold gallery wall with loads of personality.
This beautifully renovated historic apartment for sale in Sweden (via Stadshem) has a combined living and bedroom area that works in a spacious and elegant way. The bed is built inside of a niche space inside the wall and separated off with beige curtains on either side for an elegant effect.
The rest of the spacious living space with light grey walls features a mix of brown and beige modern furniture with green plants and carefully selected accessories.
A combined living and sleeping space with a bed nook
The spacious living and sleeping area is located in a large room with three windows, which provides the space with a lot of daylight. The area in front of the window is used for a spacious sofa area featuring a beige sofa, an off-white area rug, and a brown armchair.
The sheer white curtains frame the largest window frame and the modern white pendant lamp adds almost a sculptural effect to this living room.
On the other side, next to the apartment hallway, you can find a cozy bed nook with a lowered ceiling and beige curtains to separate the two functional areas from each other.
The small bed fits the bed nook perfectly and the bedside table and bedside rug make their way out of the niche space, making the area feel bigger.
The wall next to the hallway is a perfect spot for a home office area. A small wood desk paired with a black chair and an elegant round mirror is placed next to a cork cabinet that can hold paperwork and office supplies.
A simple kitchen with a cozy dining area
The kitchen space is rather large and can fit a 4-person round dining table in front of the balcony window. The mixture of black and white textiles and chairs adds a beautiful contrast here.
Two subtle art prints and an elegant pendant light complete the look of this cozy dining setup.
This light-flooded apartment for sale in Sweden (Styled by Mimmi Staaf, photographed by Jocke Ono for Historiska Hem) has a large living kitchen with a long row of tall windows letting in an abundance of natural light. The cooking and living areas are separated from each other with a non-bearing module that contains the TV on the living room side and the fridge on the cooking side.
The bedroom, which lies right next to the living kitchen, is painted in a pastel yellow wall color and decorated with a few yellow accent pieces just like the bathroom in this apartment.
A large living kitchen with a beige sofa and neutral yet cozy decor
The light beige fabric sofa stands proud on top of an off-white area rug in the middle of the living space. The black sideboard behind it adds a lovely contrast to the setting, while the wooden coffee table and vintage leather armchair add a few warm tones to the look.
A large wall rug decorates the wall behind the leather armchair. The brown tones in the rug pair well with the rest of the living room interior.
A vintage lamp paired with a few carefully selected decor pieces makes the black sideboard shine.
A kitchen and dining area with a separator module in the middle
The cooking area is a bit higher than the rest of the space, separating the two areas naturally. To module in front of the kitchen makes the separation between functional areas even more apparent, while at the same time offering a great spot for the TV facing the sofa.
On the other side of the module, you can find the fridge and other appliances.
The warm wood dining table and chairs pair nicely with the wood kitchen cabinets and find a perfect spot in front of one of the windows.
A bedroom with pastel yellow walls and yellow bedding
The pastel yellow bedroom walls are contrasted by the two black floor lamps and magazine holders next to the bed. The yellow bedding brings out the yellow undertones in the paint color nicely.
The bedroom wardrobe is hidden behind a linen curtain, making it less apparent in the space.
A hallway with a yellow door and a wall-to-wall wardrobe
This beautiful turn-of-the-century apartment with many large windows for sale in Sweden (via Alvhem) has an open-plan living kitchen with warm beige walls and brown cabinets for a warm and inviting look. The wall between the kitchen and living area was removed to create an open floor plan with the dining table between the two functional areas.
The small bedroom is painted in a dramatic dark green wall color that makes the white ceiling paint color stand out. In contrast, the hallway is painted in a sand color, including the wardrobe for a tone-on-tone effect.
Brown kitchen cabinets paired with beige walls and beige stone countertops
The push-to-open brown kitchen cabinets contrast against the light wall color and go up to the ceiling for an impressive effect and lots of storage in the space.
The beige stone countertops complement the brown tone of the cabinets perfectly, while the black faucet adds a bit of contrast to the palette.
Against the living room wall, larger cupboards are placed that hold the large appliances out of the way from the main kitchen element.
The dining table paired with natural oak dining chairs stands out against the dark brown tone of the kitchen and adds a warm natural touch against the white-soaped hardwood flooring.
A mirror reflects the space and the light coming in through the windows, making the room appear larger.
A white sofa paired with an elegant wall rug and a white area rug set the stage for a natural wood coffee table and a dark-tone vintage glass cabinet that adds a unique character to the room.
Dark green walls in a small bedroom space
The small bedroom has a dramatic look because of the dark green bedroom wall color, from which the mix of beige textiles on the bed stands out powerfully.
The wall color contrasts with the white ceiling, the white door, and the simple white wardrobe providing storage for clothes.
A sand-colored entryway with a built-in wardrobe in the same tone
Pink is an extremely versatile color that is becoming increasingly popular in interior design. Pink paint colours are being used on everything from walls to cabinets and even backsplash and floor tile. But you don’t have to be a professional interior designer to effectively utilize a pink palette in your kitchen or dining space.
In the list below, you can find different ways you can style pink kitchen walls to create an inviting space that’s sure to wow your guests. Continue reading below to see the most inspiring pink kitchen ideas.
Dusty Pink Kitchen Walls Paired With White Cabinets and Wood Countertops
This otherwise neutral kitchen incorporates pink in a clever way: using it as an accent to the rest of the theme, which creates more interest and helps the space feel warm. Simple white cabinetry and wood countertops provide a mildly traditional air to this kitchen, something that is accentuated by the aged wood floor.
The layout of the kitchen leads the eye directly into the pink wall, and the painting hung above the small table creates the perfect focal point for this space.
A Subtle Pink Tone Paired With Dark Brown Cabinets and a White Marble Backsplash and Countertop
For a darker, more dramatic kitchen design, try pairing a discreet pink hue with dark wood cabinets and white countertops. This beautiful kitchen uses a shade of pink on the walls that leans heavily into brown to support the brown of the cabinetry without distracting from its natural beauty.
Unique open shelving and small, wall-mounted drawers make for a stunning display for decor and frequently used items to help keep the limited counter space clear.
Light Pink Kitchen Walls and Shelving With Black Furniture and Cabinetry
This pretty pink kitchen perfectly blends soft pink walls with dramatic black cabinets and fixtures for a completely unique design. This style is a great idea for anyone who wants to showcase stunning pink tones while maintaining a bit of intensity in the space.
By having the soft pink walls, white tile backsplash, and light wood flooring be the only elements that aren’t black, the contrast in the room is front and center, yet doesn’t seem cold or stark like a more common black and white palette would.
Pink Cabinetry and Kitchen Walls in Complementary, Delicate Hues
If you’re looking for a more pastel kitchen, this style may be the design you’ve been searching for. Muted salmon pink kitchen walls are paired with light pink cabinet doors and rich, red-toned wood countertops and handles.
The resulting kitchen blends complementary shades of pink into a timeless design. This kitchen is the perfect backdrop for anyone who prefers to decorate their spaces with vintage items as the coloring, appliances, and flooring all lend themselves to that style of interior design well.
Blush Pink Kitchen Walls Paired With Darker Tones for a Bold Kitchen Design
For this next example, we’re returning to bold styling that is a hallmark of many pink kitchen ideas. Pink cabinets and walls pair beautifully with gray countertops and an accent wall, as well as black appliances and fixtures.
The burgundy tablecloth is the perfect choice to act as a stepping stone between these light and dark tones. Natural wood chairs and flooring also help with this, supporting the dramatic coloring without distracting the eye. A white ceiling helps to reflect light back into the space, preventing the room from becoming too dim and oppressive.
Pink Walls and Shades of Green for a Unique Vintage Kitchen Feel
This kitchen is proof that you can have a pink kitchen without needing pink to be the main color in the scheme. Simply paint the walls pink, and let your cabinets, trim, and backsplash do the rest. This kitchen is bursting with vintage charm while incorporating modern elements for an updated feel.
The intricate backsplash is an easy focal point that pops against the salmon-pink kitchen walls. Though these upper and lower cabinets are the same color, changing one to a different shade or color is also an option that would work well here.
Sandy Pink Kitchen Walls, Natural Materials, and Blue Cabinets
These kitchen walls, similar in color to sulking room pink, are the perfect complement to the blue cabinets and natural wood flooring. In this setting, a light pink would likely be too distracting and possibly even clash with the rest of the room.
This dusky pink that borders on a tan or beige tone appears very natural and at home when paired with the cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and white accents.
Styled by Martina Mattsson, photographed by Krister Engström for Kvarteret Makleri
All-Over Pink Paint With Open Shelving and Patterns in Other Hues
Pink shades can work wonders to transform the look of your space, especially when used as the dominant color in the room. This light pink paint covers the walls and cabinetry in this compact kitchen layout, bathing the room in a warm feel that’s accentuated by the natural light coming through the large window.
The tablecloth is nearly the exact same shade, furthering the effect. Dishware with classic coloring and patterns act as a subtle but impactful accent, and the stunning gold pendant light provides a retro charm to the cozy space.
Neutral Hues of Pink and Green Paired With Black Accents and Light Wood
Similar to other color schemes we’ve seen so far, this kitchen uses a very pale green with darker pink and natural wood finishes to decorate this room and create a modern, unconventional design. The accent wall situated behind the main kitchen area is a great source of texture in this minimalist-inspired design.
The chandelier and pendant lights make for excellent statement pieces, and the small planks of the flooring create a unique appearance to complete the uncommon design.
Brass Details in a Dramatic Black and Pink Kitchen
In another example of how pink can be used to create a dramatic and one-of-a-kind kitchen without much effort. The black kitchen island and sink area cut a dramatic presence in the room, while the softer pink walls and cabinets balance the effect and prevent the kitchen from getting too dark.
Brass accents and hardware help to bridge the gap between the two vastly different shades and serve as a touch of elegance. If you’re in need of bar seating at the island, subtle brown or pink stools would work well.
Bright Colors Combined With Different Shades of White and Cream
This kitchen is a wealth of personality and flare, with vibrant colors and retro appliances. The bubblegum pink kitchen wall and green tile backsplash are a classic combination of colors in an unexpected place, increasing their impact tenfold.
You could also flip the colors, painting the walls green and installing a pink tile backsplash to get a similar effect but with a more uncommon backsplash color.
This kitchen blends contemporary elements with antique vibes in a unique layout to create a design that’s in a class of its own. Dark, muted greens and browns make up the majority of the palette and work wonders when paired with the darker dusty pink paint.
To further personalize this kitchen, you could incorporate a terrazzo backsplash featuring chips of similar colors.
Deep, Bold Pink Hue to Accent a Historic, Vintage Kitchen
This traditional kitchen is bursting with homestead energy. Though it’s not the most airy kitchen, it doesn’t feel oppressive, with the light-colored pink walls, counters, and accents balancing the deep burgundy shade of the cabinetry.
A unique use of the color pink, this design transports you back in time with this historic styling.
Make Dark Kitchen Cabinets stand out with Pink kitchen walls
Even though these beautiful dark green kitchen cabinets would stand out against white walls as well, the contrasting effect is even more impressive when combined with a pink paint color. The pink paint is used on both the walls and the hood cover to make it blend in with the walls.
An Attic Kitchen with pink walls and Pink Countertops
The countertops and wall color in this beautiful attic kitchen match each other, which makes the sloped walls blend in with the kitchen design and sets them apart from the white ceiling. For a subtle look, the pastel pink pairs wonderfully with the natural wood of the cabinetry.
This historic apartment for sale in Sweden (Styled by Petra Yngfalk, photographed by Mia Borgelin for Historiska Hem) is renovated in a modern and minimal way, and decorated with a few subtle additions that make the interior style of this space inviting yet clean and minimal at the same time.
The large living kitchen has cream kitchen cabinets that match the color of the walls. Opposite the kitchen, you can find a spacious dining area and on the other side, the sofa area finds a spot. The custom wardrobe built in the hallway features a small home office in the middle, optimally utilizing this space.
A cream-white kitchen with beige limestone countertops
The minimal cream-white kitchen cabinets are paired with a warm beige limestone countertop, black appliances, and a black faucet for a modern look.
The spacious dining table with Wishbone chairs fits perfectly in front of this window and the black pendant light adds a beautiful contrast to the setting.
Two subtle black wall lights above the kitchen counter provide a minimal form of task lighting while cooking.
Even though the kitchen doesn’t have upper cabinets, the stove hood is covered with the same material as the kitchen cabinets, blending in with the wall color behind it.
A small pantry next to the kitchen is great for added storage since the kitchen has been kept quite minimal.
A sofa area with warm tones and a white couch
Opposite the dining table, you can find a sofa section with a white couch that stands out against the subtle wall color.
A leather armchair and a wooden wall shelf add a beautiful warm touch to the living kitchen and the shelf holds a nice collection of objects and ceramics,
A hallway with a built-in home office
This open-plan layout features a hallway that flows over into the living kitchen and the bedroom. A large standing mirror reflects this low-lit space and makes it look and feel more spacious.
A wall-to-wall and floor-to-ceiling wardrobe offers lots of storage space in the hallway. The middle of this wardrobe functions as a custom closet home office desk. The materials used for the cabinets and worktop are the same as the ones used in the kitchen.
A minimal bedroom with a custom shelf inside the wall
The soft beige wall color in the bedroom is matched by white bedding, curtains, and a pendant light for a light and bright effect. The green plants add a beautiful fresh touch to the interior.
The custom shelf built inside the wall replaces bedside tables in this small bedroom and can hold books and other essentials.
This modernized home on two levels for sale in Sweden (via Tradition) has a contemporary aesthetic because of the bold color palette used in the different rooms. The majestically high ceilings in this home allow for the bedroom to be on the loft level, without losing any functionality on the home office section placed below.
The petrol blue walls in the living room are paired with an orange sofa and pink tones in the area rug for a bold look. The pink comes back in the loft bedroom placed behind a glass wall. The modern bathroom features vertical green wall tiles and terrazzo countertops for an eye-catching look.
Petrol-blue living room walls paired with an orange sofa and pink rug
The downstairs level of this stylish home is painted in a bold petrol-blue paint color. By also painting the pillar, the window frames, and the heater elements, the entire room is submerged in this dark color for a moody effect.
The ceiling is painted in a lighter blue tone, including a trim on the wall which brightens up the space and drives the attention towards the impressive ceiling height.
The pink sofa is paired with two black leather lounge chairs that separate the sofa area from the home office space underneath the loft.
The dark wood tones in the home office section pop out of the dark wall color. In the lower area below the loft bed, both the walls and ceiling are painted in the same color.
A kitchen with petrol blue tiles and a terrazzo dining table
The petrol blue tiles on the backsplash of the warm wood kitchen pair wonderfully with the bold wall color in the living room and tie both spaces together.
A green terrazzo dining table with pink legs and Freischwinger chairs fits the area in front of the kitchen perfectly. The gold chandelier with glass bulbs gives the dining area a retro look.
A staircase leads to a loft bedroom with pink walls
The staircase leading to the second level has integrated storage cabinets underneath. This is a very elegant solution and it allows you to not lose the space underneath the stairs.
The two-tone pink walls in the bedroom contrast nicely with the blue walls in the living room and the trims underneath the ceilings align with each other perfectly.
A glass wall separates the loft level from the main living area, which allows daylight to come through.
A modern green bathroom with vertical tiles and terrazzo elements
The modern bathroom features vertical green bathroom tiles paired with elegant green fixtures and beige limestone floor tiles. The half-tile bathroom walls are paired with a dark green wall color on top, which makes for a slightly dramatic look.
The green and pink terrazzo countertop by the sink completes the bathroom look and is a true focal point in the space.
This light-flooded turn-of-the-century apartment for sale in Sweden (Styled by Emma Fisher, photographed by Walti Hösli for Entrance Makleri) has a black metal glass partition between the white galley kitchen and the guest bedroom with a home office.
The rest of the apartment features a large living room, separated from the spacious light grey bedroom by a double interior door for a semi-open floor plan. The delicate natural color palette with a mix of greys, beiges, and black accents comes back throughout the entire apartment for a calm and tranquil look.
A light grey shaker kitchen with a black metal glass partition
The light grey shaker cabinets in this galley kitchen layout are paired with an elegant white marble countertop and subtle chrome hardware for an airy look that pairs well with the light grey wall color in the space.
The room where the kitchen is built is very long and narrow, allowing the front part by the window to be used as a combined guest bedroom and home office space. To separate this area from the kitchen, a black metal glass partition was built between the two areas.
The black metal frame adds a beautiful contrast to the light palette of the interior and the glass panels allow the daylight to flow through to the kitchen.
A single bed paired with a white desk makes for an ideal space to work from home.
A spacious living room decorated in beige and brown tones
The large living room has white walls that reflect the daylight coming in through the historic windows. The beige fabric sofa is decorated with a mix of brown and beige textiles for a warm and inviting look.
A living room gallery wall in beige and grey tones decorates the entire wall and adds a unique character to the sofa area.
A large dining table in front of the windows is paired with white dining chairs that match the light palette living room.
A double interior door leads up to the bedroom, which has a complementing color palette to that of the living space.
A bedroom with light grey walls and a white wardrobe
The light grey bedroom walls make the white crown molding underneath the ceiling stand out and pair nicely with the grey curtains in front of the window. The bed has a mix of warm linen textiles that bring a cozy element to the space.
A classic white wardrobe with paneled doors matches the historic flair of the apartment, without standing out too much.
Another desk by the window creates a home office for a second person in this apartment. Ideal for couples that both work from home.
A light grey entryway with a round mirror enlarges the space
Checkerboard patterns have been a staple in the world of interior design for centuries. Though the checkerboard trend has waxed and waned as the years have passed, it has once again gained popularity in both residential and commercial spaces.
Commonly used in laundry rooms and for the shower floor in the bathroom, a checkerboard design can effortlessly create enduring appeal and striking contrast in the kitchen as well. Below are the most inspiring checkerboard flooring ideas to kickstart your kitchen floor makeover.
Grey-Blue and White Checkerboard Flooring in a Traditional Kitchen Design
If you’ve found yourself wishing that your kitchen felt Victorian with a timeless look that’s simple to recreate, this design is the one for you. Featuring a stunning focal point created by a stove alcove with a gorgeous painted mural, this kitchen immediately draws you in with its elegant design.
The checkerboard floor is set within a defined border that works to accentuate the unique shape of the room. Choosing to match both shades of the tiles with the cabinetry brings the room together for a cohesive appearance.
Black and White Checkered Pattern in an All-White Kitchen
Marble countertops are as much a kitchen design staple as a black-and-white checkerboard floor. Combining the two results in an overall design that’s both stylish and durable.
High-traffic areas like the kitchen need to have materials that can withstand constant usage, especially when there are children and/or pets in the home. This kitchen ticks all of those boxes in a sleek way with just enough contrast to create visual interest.
A Muted Grey Checkerboard Floor in a Grey and White Kitchen
The slightly faded appearance of the kitchen floor here creates a subtle checkered effect that serves as a supporting element to the style instead of the main event. Darker grey paint on the cabinetry, trim, and door contrasts well with the white walls while allowing black accents to pop.
For a similar, but more personalized, feel, a light brown or pastel blue checkered pattern for the flooring is an option.
Large Checkerboard Floor Tiles for a Classic Style in a More Traditional Kitchen
For an incredibly practical kitchen design that maintains a stylish flare, try pairing farmhouse elements with an elevated take on a standard black and white checkerboard floor. The larger tiles here help the flooring to make more of an impression on the viewer without minimizing the more traditional aspects of the style.
Additionally, the subtle visual texture created by the marble pattern in the tiles provides a slightly luxurious air to this kitchen.
Checkerboard Tile on the Floor and a Square Tile Backsplash for a Geometric Feel
Sometimes simple vinyl flooring can be what makes the biggest difference in your kitchen. This grey and white kitchen is completed by the matching grey and white checkerboard floor.
Instead of using the more common diamond orientation, this kitchen floor squares up the pattern with the cabinets. In doing so, it allows the floor and the square tile backsplash to echo each other for a cohesive, geometric style.
Subway Tiles and a Classic Black and White Checkered Floor Paired With Stunning Wallpaper
This unique combination of colors, patterns, and materials results in a fun and lively kitchen that’s sure to impress guests. The wallpapered kitchen accent wall pops against the white, grey, and black palette used throughout the rest of the space.
Brass-toned hardware provides subtle depth and echoes the golden shades in the wallpaper to help tie the room together further. Overall, this style perfectly blends modern design with vintage aesthetics for a look that’s all its own.
Soft Green and White Cabinetry With Wood Accents and a Checkered Floor
One of the less common, yet beautiful, color combinations we see in the home is pale greens paired with rich, reddish-orange woods. This kitchen builds on this combination and makes it more impactful by using green on just the cabinet doors and the wood as an accent.
White walls accentuate these tones, while the bold checkerboard floor plays an active supporting role. Subtle silver hardware is the perfect choice here, remaining functional but not distracting.
Exposed Brick and a Checkered Floor in a Diamond Layout Using Textured Tiles
This example kitchen uses the rich texture of the exposed brick as a jumping-off point for the rest of the space, taking the opportunity to use one-of-a-kind stone and porcelain tiles for a stunning checkerboard floor.
Dark-toned cabinetry and countertops pair wonderfully with this design, and the abundance of natural light promotes a warm and welcoming environment.
Use Black and White Checkerboard in a Traditional Kitchen With Modern Fixtures for a Classic Design
The epitome of timeless elegance, this kitchen is the perfect example of how a very traditional kitchen can be updated while maintaining its charm.
Porcelain tiles line the stove alcove, and antique accessories help to draw the eye to the area. The black and white checkerboard floor pairs perfectly with the black and white theme of the space, further highlighting the monochrome effect.
Pale Checkerboard Flooring Paired With Rich, Warm Wood Cabinets
Natural materials are always a hit in a kitchen, and this example is no exception. Rich, red-toned wood on the cabinetry and shelving pairs well with the softer neutrals of the flooring, walls, and decor.
The resulting style is a perfect blend of rustic and modern design, with plenty of natural light to help the room feel even more warm and inviting.
Create a More Casual Environment With a Checkerboard Floor and Neutral Colors
If you’re looking for something more low-key and casual, a checkerboard floor can help with that too. This kitchen showcases a few different materials and textures in a much more subdued color palette than some of the other examples we’ve seen.
Because of this, the vinyl flooring is placed front and center in the design, creating a remarkable contrast with the hues of brown and off-white.
Add Timeless Elegance to a Simplistic Kitchen With a Checkerboard Floor
Checkerboard flooring is an easy way to add flare and personality to a small space without reducing functionality.
This simple change can add a touch of depth and contrast to an otherwise plain space. A simplistic style with stainless steel countertops and appliances, this compact kitchen showcases further personality with colored spaces inside the cabinets.
Embrace a Victorian-Inspired Kitchen With an Eye-catching Design
If styling reminiscent of royal palaces is more your speed, a traditional black and white checkered floor paired with dramatic paint and decor might be the answer.
This stunning kitchen with a marble checkerboard floor is pure regal elegance. Intricate designs, gilded hardware and fixtures, and deep olive green paint transport this kitchen back in time with ease.
Use Small Tiles in Checkerboard Patterns to Add Additional Flare to a Unique Kitchen
A speckled stone island set against a small black and white checkerboard kitchen floor is a great way to keep the eye moving throughout the room without overwhelming the senses with colors and decor.
This kitchen is a fresh take on classic design with a few modern touches to boot. The size and pattern of this kitchen floor paired with the tile backsplash exudes a slight retro diner air that has its own unique charm.
Pair a Checkerboard Floor With a Whitewashed Brick Wall and Black Countertops
For the final example on our list, this kitchen blends a few of the ideas we’ve seen previously. Orange-red accents pop against the black-and-white palette, and the whitewashed brick wall adds character to the room.
This design is a perfect candidate for using cement board instead of vinyl flooring to achieve the checkerboard look. Black countertops and appliances are the perfect finishing touch here.
Checkerboard vinyl flooring for a vintage effect in a simple white kitchen
The grey and white vinyl flooring in this unique kitchen adds a subtle vintage touch to the space, along with the mid-century modern dining chairs around the table. The bold floor makes the simple white kitchen cabinets and the white subway tile backsplash shine, while also adding dimension to the space.
