Aqua is having a real moment in kitchens right now, and this scheme keeps it grown-up. Sea Glass Aqua leads on the walls — soft, slightly grayed, and easy to live with — while Soft Linen White on the trim and ceiling keeps everything crisp.
For the cabinets I went with Warm Greige instead of plain white. It bridges the cool aqua and the wood tones so nothing fights, and it photographs warm in morning light. Driftwood Oak carries the floors and any open shelving, adding the natural texture that stops a cool palette from feeling clinical.
The move that makes this kitchen feel current is the Deep Teal accent. Drop it on an island or a back door and the whole room snaps into focus — same color story as the walls, just dialed up. Lead with the aqua, let the neutrals do the quiet work, and save the teal for one bold gesture.