As we are well into 2025, Chicago homeowners are embracing bold yet sophisticated kitchen cabinet color trends that reflect both personality and timeless appeal. Whether you're remodeling a Lincoln Park brownstone or refreshing a suburban kitchen in Naperville, your cabinet color choice will set the tone for your entire home. Here are the top cabinet color trends we're seeing in the Chicagoland area for 2025:

1. Warm Earth Tones

Warm Earth Tones

An example of two tone kitchen combination with the very trendy Terracotta uppers and deep Taupe bottom cabinets, tied together with gold hardware accents.

Think terracotta, clay, taupe, and muted olive. These natural hues are making a strong comeback, offering a grounded and welcoming atmosphere. Perfect for homes with open layouts, earth tones pair beautifully with wood floors and matte black or brushed gold hardware.

2. Moody Blues and Deep Greens

Moody Blues and Deep Greens

Don’t shy away from going bold! A moody blue or deep green can add a lot of character and depth to your space. A perfect wow factor!

Rich navy, midnight blue, forest green, and even emerald are popular choices for homeowners looking to make a bold statement. These colors add depth and luxury to kitchens, especially when paired with quartz countertops and brass finishes.

3. Creamy Off-Whites

Creamy Off-Whites

An off-white cabinet color will still provide the effect of white cabinetry, but will add some tone to the space. Creating a calm, organic environment.

While stark white will always be a classic, many Chicago homeowners are now gravitating toward warmer variations like cream, ivory, or antique white. These soft off-whites offer a more inviting and timeless appeal, especially in homes that blend traditional charm with modern upgrades. They help to brighten spaces without the harshness of pure white and work beautifully with a variety of countertop materials such as butcher block, marble, or quartz. In neighborhoods like Lakeview and Oak Park, we're seeing these shades used to create cozy yet elegant kitchens that feel lived-in and luxurious.

4. Two-Tone Combinations

Two-Tone Combinations

This approach allows for a more creativity when it comes to color choice. You get the open air at eye level and a grounding statement for the bottom cabinetry that draws the eyes to the whole space.

Upper cabinets in soft neutrals and lower cabinets in a contrasting deep hue—such as greige and navy or cream and charcoal—add dimension and personality. This trend is especially popular in Wicker Park and Bucktown, where eclectic design thrives.

5. Matte Black

For the modern minimalist, matte black cabinets continue to be a powerful design choice. Sleek, dramatic, and surprisingly versatile, matte black works well in loft-style kitchens found throughout the West Loop and River North.

6. Sustainable-Inspired Colors

Sustainable-Inspired Colors

Sometimes we need to bring the outside elements into our spaces - cabinet color is a very easy way to accomplish that. Think a morning ocean breeze right in your kitchen.

With eco-conscious design on the rise, nature-inspired greens, ocean blues, and stone grays are trending. These colors not only look great but align with sustainable, low-VOC paint options that we proudly offer.

How to Choose the Right Color for Your Chicago Home

When selecting a cabinet color, consider the amount of natural light in your kitchen, the existing flooring and countertops, and the overall aesthetic of your home. Our expert team at Chicago Cabinet Painting Co. offers virtual consultations to help you find the perfect color palette that matches your lifestyle and design goals.

Transform Your Kitchen in 2025

Updating your cabinet color is one of the most cost-effective ways to transform your kitchen without a full remodel. At Chicago Cabinet Painting Co., we specialize in high-quality, professional cabinet painting tailored to your unique space.

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2025/2026 Kitchen Cabinet Color Trends for Chicago Home