Kitchens
February 8, 2021
Elevate Your Kitchen Design With Colored Cabinets
In celebration of Merit Kitchen’s 50th anniversary, House & Home’s Lynda Reeves selected an exclusive collection of paint colors inspired by the moody tones of Canada’s Pacific West Coast.
Looking for inspiration to kick-start your kitchen renovation? Consider custom cabinets with Merit Kitchens to match your personal style, maximize storage and optimize function in your kitchen. With strength and beauty at the forefront of every design, Merit Kitchens’ cabinets are made in Canada from the best locally sourced materials. Merit Kitchens provides high-quality, made-to-order cabinets to perfectly fit any lifestyle and kitchen.
Browse these beautiful kitchens, paired with Lynda’s color picks, and save as inspiration for your next kitchen makeover! Plus, watch Lynda discuss her inspiration for the color picks.
The new commemorative West Coast Five-O V-groove style door is an homage to the origin of Merit Kitchens, and pairs effortlessly with any kitchen style.
TRY IT WITH: Blue Haze. “This deep, bronzy blue has depth and character, and looks wonderful with bleached white oak, natural oak and mid-tones of wood. Pairs perfectly with butcher block counters.”
Designed with function and beauty in mind, contrasting cabinet styles and colors add character to this custom kitchen.
TRY IT WITH: Pacific Slate (Merit Kitchen’s Special Anniversary Color). “A natural color that celebrates the dusky tones of West Coast ocean pools. Deep, moody and perfect for both modern and country schemes.”
Pairing sophisticated grey and classic white custom cabinets add warmth and depth to a timeless design. Plus, cabinets under the island offers additional storage and depth in the center of this bright space.
TRY IT WITH: French Grey. “This color reminds me of Paris: the ancient buildings, cloudy skies and French griege that’s in the stonework on the streets and old walls of the city. A sublime, sophisticated color.”
Two different cabinet colors, like True White and Old Stone, create subtle contrast in custom kitchen designs.
TRY IT WITH: Old Stone. “This subtle neutral carries the patina of age and the freshness of now. It works perfectly with all the wood tones of your natural doors, especially light and mid-toned oak doors.”
Combining beauty and intelligent design, these all-white custom cabinets optimize storage and elevate the kitchen to fit your personal taste.
TRY IT WITH: True White. “The designer’s dream — a great way to counter those West Coast winter grey skies while highlighting your colorful design elements.”
Sleek black cabinets add drama, while the pale oak details of the island and upper cabinets provide contrast.
TRY IT WITH: New Black. “This black has rich brown undertones and a warmth that saves it from seeming stark, yet it brings all the drama of true black.”
The deep blue island adds a hit of color to the serene and inviting white kitchen.
TRY IT WITH: Country Lane Green. “This is for those of us who don’t love green but love this amazing green-grey hue that feels totally country, no matter what your style of kitchen.”
There is beauty on the inside and out of these warm white cabinets, featuring unique craftsmanship and modern innovations.
TRY IT WITH: Morning Fog. “I had a hard time letting go of this color. It’s a wonderful mid-toned neutral that will work well with creamy white or dark slate counters.”
The bold contrast and sleek look of these cabinets fit a cool, contemporary style with custom design options — like color, style, drawers and more — to maximize function.
TRY IT WITH: New Black. “Is it possible to have an even better black? Yes, it is! This black has rich brown undertones and a warmth that saves it from seeming stark, yet it brings all the drama of true black.”
These thoughtfully designed cabinets are featured in two different colors (with other customizable options available) to create visual interest in the kitchen.
TRY IT WITH: French Grey. “This color reminds me of Paris: the ancient buildings, cloudy skies and French griege that’s in the stonework on the streets and old walls of the city. A sublime, sophisticated color.”
PLUS: As part of their 50th anniversary celebrations, Merit Kitchens has a goal to raise $50,000 for their Pantry Full of Food initiative, directly benefitting food banks across Canada and the United States.