Yes, I said “gray.” I know, I know, the blue kitchen was *my* thing, but I was ready for a change and since this is all one big open space, I wanted to paint it all the same color.
So, “Geneva swan gray” it was. This is just a lighter version of the “Grand smoky mountain” color the cabinets and trim are painted. (And — this is Walmart “Colorplace” paint. I use it all the time and have had great luck with it so far.)
I really like this soft, neutral shade because it gives me the option of using whatever color I want as an accent. Now, it’s red, but you all know I’ll get out the pink and blue for summer.
I showed you the shelves last week accessorized with milk glass, McCoy, ironstone, silver and my Blue Ridge “Stanhome Ivy.”
It’s definitely brighter, but I found myself looking for the “color” when I was shooting from this angle. Maybe I’ll put a rug there at the door.
You can tell against the white crown molding that it’s not white, but a soft gray.
Doesn’t everyone have a Minecraft puzzle on their fridge? It’s a snow day today:-)
I think the Blue Ridge dishes really go well with the red fabric I’m using, and also carry some color around the space.
I do love the change, and like I mentioned last week, it’s kind of a “palate cleanser,” I think, and always subject to change:-)
I’ll be joining:
Although I loved your blue walls Anita, I think this pale grey unifies the look of the whole open space. It looks lovely. I really like your stack of white milk glass next to the sink! I need to get me an ivy plant. 🙂 Have a great week! Pam
I'm just crazy about your kitchen, I think the grey walls look amazing!
xoxo, SS
The Southern Stylista
Very pretty color – and I love the Minecraft puzzle too! We have a ton of Minecraft around here too…
Shelley
Very beautiful and serene with your gorgeous dishes and fabrics. Kathleen in Az
I always love it when you post about your beautiful kitchen and today is such treat that I get to see it so beautifully painted in that wonderful gray…Love the fabrics that really pop against the newly painted cabinetry….and love the way you always impeccably style your shelves!…
Very nice, Anita. The color is soft and brightens up your space. Love the fact that you can bring in different colors depending on the season.
Mary Alice
I LOVE it, Anita!! Beautiful and soothing.
I'm a huge fan of the gray, it all flows so well. LOVE the rug of course, and the red fabric with that wonderful ticking. really love it!
Super Gorgeous!!!!
It looks beautiful! I just painted my kitchen gray in November and I love how bright it makes it (and it was white before that, so go figure)! It makes a nice neutral backdrop!
Love the new color… love the reds…. and now I am inspired… the arrangement next to the sink is soooo cool… the ivy and the milk glass !!! I'm copying you!!! 🙂
I love gray and if I could change my color palette in my house it would go from cream to gray in an instant…it is such a wonderful neutral and goes with everything. Your kitchen looks great!
It is a beautiful color!
You kitchen is beautiful!! Love the new color!
Very pretty! I love the grey with the hint of red! Very, very pretty! Hugs and blessings, Cindy
It looks lovely!
– Alma, The Tablescaper
The kitchen looks great, Anita! Hubby and I popped into Restoration Hardware over the weekend. I was pleasantly surprised at how much I liked the gray walls. I think the man cave will be getting a coat of gray paint this spring.
I think it's beautiful, especially with the red 🙂
I love it! The colors are so lovely.
Hi Anita! Oh, I love the color of your kitchen. I didn't think it could be any prettier but I do love this soft look. Hope you're doing well.
Be a sweetie,
Shelia 🙂
Absolutely gorgeous!!! Your home is so beautiful…you have done an amazing job!!!!
I love, love, love your kitchen and I love how you accessorize it. Gorgeous new color. Thanks tons for linking to Inspire Me.
Hi Anita, I love your kitchen. I am getting ready to paint my kitchen this spring (oak stained cabinets) and I am inspired by your gray paint!! I would love to see you at my Friday Favorites Link Party at Mustlovehome.com. Thank you for sharing!!
Just beautiful! Love the red and gray together and your open shelving. Fabulous job!
XO Barbara
Love, love, love that red fabric! Gorgeous!
Your kitchen is so unique and warm!! I adore all the wood, and the countertops! Found you through the spring blog hop, and now I'm busy poking around all your old posts! 🙂