Our favourite Butter Kitchens

Whether you’re drawn to English country charm or minimal continental finesse, these kitchens show the versatility and sophistication of pale yellow cabinetry when done right.

1. Modern Country

Subtle butter milk hues, reflective tiles & gold accents deliver a modern kitchen for the girl who is traditional at heart. Open shelving allows for a staging opportunity to infuse your personality into the space whilst large fitted pantries and cupboards ensure only the best is on show. A kitchen island is the focal point and ideal for capturing content whilst the butler sink and buttermilk toned cabinets with gold accents ensure this kitchen will never go out of style. Warmth is added to the space with the choice of wooden flooring over tile, for a cosier vibe, a washable Indoor rug can be added- we love Ruggables collection.

For a deeper hue, consider Farrow & Ball “ Hay”

2. Rustic & Charming

With exposed beams, wicker baskets and classic shaker cabinetry, this first kitchen evokes a timeless country feel. The buttercream cabinets are paired with a warm wooden countertop and soft cream walls, lending the space a sun-kissed glow even on overcast days. The pleated pendant lights and open shelving feel curated yet lived-in.

3. Town House Conservatory

Let there be light, light becomes the focal feature of this traditional kitchen with a mindful use of arches and architecture to create a wow factor. Yellow is the perfect hue to continue the sunshine theme even on over cast days. Pendant lighting draws your eyes upwards whilst black and white tiles quietly elongate the room. Florals are the perfect accent to this space bringing in a green house garden feel- perfect for kitchens that lead into a terrace. This galley kitchen is anything but cramped. We can see this kitchen in a home in Holland Park or The Village New York.

4. Modern Americana

Here, beadboard panelling and roman shades pair with butter yellow walls and ivory cabinetry. It’s a lesson in layering neutrals. Marble countertops and antiqued brass fixtures complete a palette that feels both modern and nostalgic.

5. Contemporary Classic

Minimal but never clinical, this kitchen embraces soft geometry with a rounded island and cloudy pendant light. Fluted cabinet fronts and a terracotta tiled floor add an element of design intention without showiness. The butter tone takes on a contemporary character when paired with white and natural wood.

6. Cottage Country

This kitchen makes a joyful case for layering patterns and palette. The cabinetry is painted in a rich marigold butter, softened by a classic apron-front sink and delicate brass fixtures. Gingham café curtains and botanical wallpaper bring vintage charm, while the checkerboard floor grounds the space with a touch of playful geometry. It’s an unapologetically cheerful kitchen—nostalgic, warm, and curated with intention.

How to Get the Look

Paint Shades (Cabinetry or Walls):

• Farrow & Ball “Hay” – for a warm, traditional butter yellow

• Little Greene “Mister David” – a deeper golden hue

• Edward Bulmer “Pale Naples” – elegant and subtle

Tiles:

• Mandarin Stone “Zellige White Gloss” – for a soft reflective backsplash

• Bert & May “Altea Terracotta” – pairs beautifully with pale yellow for warmth

• Claybrook Studio “Octagon Noir” – to emulate monochrome patterned floors

Lighting:

• Soho Home “Rochelle” pendant for an old-world statement

• Original BTC for woven or fluted glass ceiling lights

• Pooky’s rattan shades for a layered rustic finish

Handles & Fixtures:

• DeVol’s “Aged Brass” or “Antique Bronze” knobs

• Perrin & Rowe or Quooker taps in unlacquered brass

Finishing Touches:

• A ceramic fruit bowl in white or mustard

• Botanical linen curtains or gingham café drapes

• Natural fibre rugs for grounding the palette