Brooklyn Beckham’s ‘Clinical’ Kitchen Cabinet Color Is a Timeless Choice That Will Never Go Out of Style, Say Experts

Brooklyn Beckham, part of the famous Beckham family, is no stranger to impeccable style. Unsurprisingly, the budding chef has chosen a kitchen scheme in his Los Angeles home that is both modern and classic, centered on the enduring appeal of white kitchen ideas.

As anyone who has searched for kitchen cabinet colors will attest, choosing the right shade for one of the most impactful features in a kitchen can be a minefield. While designers in 2025 and 2026 are increasingly leaning into warmer colors like sage, beige, and even bold, saturated tones, the white kitchen remains one of the most popular kitchen cabinet colors – and for good reason.

White’s shades vary tremendously, from the crispest of pure whites to those with subtle warm or cool undertones, and are the perfect partner for other kitchen materials. If you desire a ‘wow’ kitchen but want to maintain a classic, timeless style, white kitchen cabinets, similar to Brooklyn Beckham's, are a modern and livable option that acts as a quiet canvas. White will reflect the light, and because of this quality, it’s frequently selected for small kitchens to make them feel more spacious.

‘As expected, decorating with white will be very beneficial for smaller kitchen spaces, particularly combined with light-colored or even wood kitchen countertops,’ says Tom Howley, design director at Tom Howley bespoke kitchens.

To prevent white from feeling clinical and cold – a major design concern in 2025 as the trend shifts toward warmer, lived-in spaces – using plenty of texture in interior design is key.

Using a white or natural palette is all about adding depth and contrast in different layers and textures, says Jane Landino, creative head of studio at Taylor Howes. ‘Just because your kitchen cabinetry is white doesn’t mean your whole kitchen needs to be minimal or plain: think about adding texture and pattern elsewhere – timber kitchen flooring, stainless steel appliances and accessories, or wood kitchen countertops, as an example.’

Brooklyn Beckham's modern kitchen, which features white cabinetry, marble-clad islands, and glass-fronted high cabinets, does indeed blend modern and traditional style to aplomb.

Crucially, the kitchen also features a highly practical, bistro-style pot hanging rack, where his stunning collection of copper pots and pans is openly displayed. This clever storage solution, which utilizes vertical space and adds a rustic, professional layer of texture, is proving hugely popular for adding character and functionality in homes of all sizes.

‘White alone can look a touch stark. Pairing white cabinetry with wood countertops will bring warmth to a predominantly white scheme, alongside texture and depth,’ explains Leila Touwen, Pluck’s co-founder. A plain white backdrop, such as the one Beckham uses, will bring interesting materials, like the timber island and the copper of his accessories, into sharp relief.

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