Drew Barrymore’s Teal Wall Inspired Me to Step Beyond Neutrals – The Unexpected Hue Couldn't Be a Cleverer Addition to a Cooking Space

I've long believed that neutrals reign supreme when it comes to choosing a kitchen color scheme. Whether it's rich cream cabinetry or a stone gray wall framing your cooking area, it's hard to imagine regretting adding neutrals to your kitchen.

While neutrals are guaranteed to stand the test of time, they can lack that all-important sense of character that more vibrant kitchen color trends radiate. Don't get me wrong, nothing beats a serene and deeply soothing all-white cooking space, but there's something about a less traditional take on kitchen design – color is playful and unexpected in this room, making it a refreshingly unique and rather inspiring addition.

I've recently been more tempted to add a dose of vibrancy to my kitchen, and after seeing Drew Barrymore's liveable cooking space with a dark teal wall at its center, I couldn't be more convinced. It's made me realize embracing color needn't be scary; in fact, it can provide surprising comfort and warmth.

Teal Kitchen Accessories Inspired By Drew's Kitchen

Drew's kitchen couldn't be more cozy. Featuring vintage art and a soothing, deep jade paint, it's a lesson in making your cooking space liveable and inviting. To give your own kitchen a similar sense of warmth without committing to a total repaint, consider scattering pops of teal with these three timeless picks.

When I first laid eyes on Drew's cozy kitchen, it instantly reminded me of Behr's 2025 Color of the Year – Hidden Gem. A deep blue with undertones of green, Drew's kitchen wall is much like this rich jewel tone. It's rich and cocooning, and provides just the right amount of depth in her kitchen.

While a dark paint color can feel bold, Drew's accent wall proves they can be introduced in any room in the home, even the kitchen. Bringing a sophisticated, homely feel to a space that can sometimes lack both characteristics, it's a refreshingly unexpected twist in her kitchen.

If you're considering braving deeper colors in your kitchen, start with small scatterings. A burgundy table lamp will warm a neglected corner, as will some luxurious olive green ceramics on a shelf. If you've been inspired to go bold like Drew, start with one wall (I suggest the area around your stove to create a truly centered design) and balance it with paler accents.

Drew's dark jade kitchen wall is unexpected but oh-so refreshing. Bringing warmth and depth to her cooking area, it's a clever choice that makes her kitchen feel just as inviting as all the other rooms in her home.