New Google search data reveals existing and emerging kitchen trends in 2026. The data shows that homeowners are embracing their more experimental sides – they’re becoming more confident with bold and eye-catching colors and luxury finishes, as well as making traditional craftsmanship modern.
Millions of Google searches reveal what Americans are planning long before they start a remodel. The data suggest that customers are more interested in black kitchens instead of white kitchens, and that there's a rise in monochrome, soft modern, and hotel luxury kitchen designs.
CopperSmith®, a leader in highly customizable metalwork products, has analyzed Google search data across dozens of kitchen styles and colors to uncover America’s most popular kitchen trends and designs in 2026.
Kitchen Color Trends 2026
One trend the data reveals is a rise in darker kitchen designs. The keyword "black kitchens" is currently generating roughly 803,000 monthly Google searches, which overtakes "white kitchens," which generates 684,000.
This hasn't always been the case. For years, the bright and clean aesthetic of the white kitchen dominated American homes, and was considered a safe choice when it came to resale. However, the latest search data suggests that trends have changed – homeowners are becoming more and more drawn to that bolder and dramatic look that dark tones can offer.
The Most Popular Kitchen Colors
| Rank | Kitchen Color | Monthly Searches | YoY Growth |
| 1 | Black kitchen | 803,000 | 118% |
| 2 | White kitchen | 684,000 | 74% |
| 3 | Blue kitchen | 181,000 | 127% |
| 4 | Green kitchen | 140,000 | 80% |
| 5 | Red kitchen | 136,000 | 130% |
| 6 | Cream kitchen | 135,000 | 171% |
| 7 | Pink kitchen | 59,000 | 175% |
| 8 | Yellow kitchen | 51,000 | 200% |
| 9 | Gray kitchen | 42,000 | 66% |
| 10 | Navy kitchen | 41,000 | 223% |
But why do homeowners seem to be more interested in dark tones these days? The founder and CEO of CopperSmith® Ryan Grambart says this big shift towards darker kitchens reflects a wider move towards richer and more personal interiors. “Homeowners are becoming more confident with kitchen design," he told us. "A black kitchen can feel sophisticated, architectural, and incredibly timeless when it is balanced with the right materials. Natural metals like copper and brass bring warmth into darker spaces, which stops them feeling too cold or flat.”
Today's Kitchen Color Trends Are Anything But Safe
In addition to a move towards darker colors, search growth also shows that homeowners are becoming more adventurous with color. We've seen the biggest increase in search data for avocado green kitchens, which has grown by 4,028% year over year. Furthermore, searches for two-tone kitchens have also seen a sizeable jump by 2,038%.
Other colors that are taking more of a center stage include navy, yellow, beige, pink, cream, red, blue, and terracotta kitchens.
Fastest-Growing Kitchen Colors
| Rank | Kitchen Color | YoY Growth | Monthly Searches |
| 1 | Avocado green kitchen | 4,028% | 1,000 |
| 2 | Two-tone kitchen | 2,038% | 2,000 |
| 3 | Navy kitchen | 223% | 41,000 |
| 4 | Yellow kitchen | 200% | 51,000 |
| 5 | Beige kitchen | 191% | 31,000 |
| 6 | Pink kitchen | 175% | 59,000 |
| 7 | Cream kitchen | 171% | 135,000 |
| 8 | Red kitchen | 130% | 136,000 |
| 9 | Blue kitchen | 127% | 181,000 |
| 10 | Terracotta kitchen | 120% | 5,000 |
The return of avocado green is especially telling. This color was once associated with retro 1970s interiors, but it's making a comeback through a new, modern lens. Many homeowners find it also works beautifully with organic textures like natural stone, wood, brass, brushed nickel, and copper.
2026 Kitchen Design Trends
Country Kitchen Trends Still Dominate America
There's a little bit of juxtaposition here. Yes, kitchen and cabinet color trends in 2026 are moving quickly, but those lived-in classic kitchen styles are still very much in demand. In fact, country kitchens are America's most searched kitchen style, with around 130,000 monthly searches. Farmhouse kitchens aren’t far behind with 87,000 searches, and French country kitchens generate around 66,000 searches.
Furthermore, luxury kitchens also see a higher search volume, with this keyword attracting roughly 48,000 monthly searches and growing by 213% year over year.