Ryan Gosling and Eva Mendes's kitchen cabinet color is refreshingly unexpected – the versatile shade will dominate trends in 2026

Gone are the days of gray and white cabinets; in 2025 and beyond, homeowners are selecting bold colors that reflect their personalities. Eva Mendes and Ryan Gosling's bubblegum pink kitchen is the prime example.

The acting power couple has selected an orangey pink bank kitchen cabinet color to complement their pink and brown marble backsplash and countertops. It matches their fridge, and contrasts with the baby pink walls. It's a beautiful, abundant use of the shade.

Data from Google shows a 300% increase in search for bubblegum pink paints, demonstrating that Ryan and Eva's cabinet color is more than just a one-off; it's growing as a kitchen cabinet color trend.

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Ally Dowsing-Reynolds, co-founder and interior expert at Dowsing & Reynolds, explains: 'Despite its previous connotations, pink is no longer reserved for children’s bedrooms and dated bathrooms. The beauty of this shade lies in its versatility and ability to work in many different spaces, from kitchens and bathrooms to bedrooms and living rooms.'

The shades of pink trend work especially well as a kitchen color idea. Ally states: 'Kitchens are often the most neutral areas of our homes, but this doesn’t have to be the case. Opt for fun, vibrant shades to give the space a modern feel.'

The way you decorate a pink room will vary based on the style and existing colors of the room.

Ally recommends: 'In bright kitchens, painting cabinets in a salmon or candy pink colour can work well to add warmth and personality to the space. To add a sophisticated touch, pair the pink cabinets with gold or brass hardware, creating an elevated contrast.'

She further advises: 'While pink room ideas can work in almost any space, some are better suited to certain hues. It is always important to consider the size of the room, the amount of natural lighting and the intended use before decorating, these factors can help to curate the perfect space personal to you.'

Luckily, there are a variety of ways to integrate Ryan and Eva's color trend into your home, many of which require no renovation. Whether you are bold or meek in your design, creating a pink kitchen is easier than you might think.

'Adding this shade to your home doesn’t have to mean re-painting your space; it can be as simple as adding a pop of pink through small details in your space, such as light switches and sockets,' explains Ally. 'The key when styling pink in the home is finding a balance and pairing it with other colors and textures to create a modern, fun look with some personality!'

She recommends: 'Punchy bubblegum pinks, pastel blush tones, and bright fuchsias are just some of the many options available. I would suggest starting small, especially if you are experimenting with colour in your home for the first time. Start by adding pops of pink through accessories. These can bring instant warmth to your space without being too overpowering.'

There is no shortage of underrated kitchen colors, but pink just might be the most misunderstood. With the approval of Eva Mendes and Ryan Gosling, though, it's only a matter of time before the shade takes off.