Seven Farrow & Ball Paint Colors That Define a Rainbow-Hued Kitchen Design

PublishedFeb 21, 2025 1:45 AM EST

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Dan Pelosi's approach to color is as deliberate in his interior design as it is in his cooking. The kitchen where he develops new recipes and prepares his signature vodka "sawce" for family and friends is drenched in seven different Farrow & Ball paints, each one bolder than the next. By concentrating on two primary colors—red and blue—the design achieves a striking level of contrast. The interplay of cool and warm shades ensures that every element, from the island to the pantry cabinets, commands attention as a standout feature.

The Walls

White Tie — Warm Neutral Wall Paint

Dan's pick: White Tie by Farrow & Ball

You can also try: Swiss Coffee by BehrandTimeless by Clare

This creamy white establishes the foundation for the rainbow-infused kitchen and adds an extra layer of warmth to the tongue-and-groove paneling. Thanks to its yellow undertones, it harmonizes naturally with the warm pinks and reds throughout the space.

The Cabinets

Dix Blue — Nature-Inspired Cabinet Finish

Dan's pick: Dix Blue by Farrow & Ball

You can also try: Drizzle by Sherwin-WilliamsandRenew Blue by Valspar

Featuring a substantial green influence, this blue feels especially fitting in a home that's so closely connected to nature. A shade this cool also deserves distinctive hardware: Pelosi finished his doors with handles dipped in the same color for a seamless, integrated look.

The Ceiling Supports

Bamboozle — Bold Red Architectural Accent

Dan's pick: Bamboozle by Farrow & Ball

You can also try: Negroni by BackdropandRyan Red by Benjamin Moore

White might seem the obvious choice for support beams when aiming for an airy, lofted atmosphere. However, Pelosi's fiery red selection demonstrates that a punchy color draws the eye upward and commands admiration for the space's soaring ceiling height.

The Island

Vardo — Rich Teal Island Paint

Dan's pick: Vardo by Farrow & Ball

You can also try: Carton by Little GreeneandBubble Turquoise by Behr

Here's a professional tip for selecting an island color: choose a hue that's slightly more saturated than your cabinets. This rich teal brought the ideal touch of vibrancy to a traditional farmhouse style.

The Dining Chairs

Fruit Fool — Playful Pink Chair Paint

Dan's pick: Fruit Fool by Farrow & Ball

You can also try: Red 03 by LickandVictorian Rouge by Dunn-Edwards

Don't limit paint to millwork alone. The advantage of sourcing a set of antique chairs is the creative freedom to envelop them in a color this reminiscent of sweet confections without hesitation.

The Pantry Cabinets

Rectory Red — Statement Cabinet Paint

Dan's Pick: Rectory Red by Farrow & Ball

You can also try: Foxy by Portola PaintsandRadish by Sherwin-Williams

Looking to keep appliances discreetly hidden behind cabinetry? A red this bold and commanding ensures the color itself becomes the focal point of conversation.

The Pantry Trim

Cook's Blue — Deeply Pigmented Trim Color

Dan's Pick: Cook's Blue by Farrow & Ball

You can also try: Stromboli Chess Club by BackdropandMambo by Little Greene

Perhaps the most fitting color to appear in a kitchen environment is this deeply pigmented hue, Cook's Blue—a name and shade perfectly suited to the culinary setting.

Lydia Geisel

Home Editor

Lydia Geisel has been on the editorial team at Domino since 2017. Today, she writes and edits home and renovation stories, including house tours, before and afters, and DIYs, and leads our design news coverage. She lives in New York City.

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