Martha Stewart’s butter yellow kitchen from the 1970s is back in style and set to dominate color trends in 2025 — with unmatched mood-boosting benefits.
There’s a touch of nostalgia surfacing in recent kitchen designs, and when it comes to heritage tones, there’s nothing quite like butter yellow.
This warm yellow is shining like a spotlight in homes right now. As one of the most uplifting colors — one that reminds us of our youth — it’s no surprise it’s experiencing a modern revival.
According to Homes & Gardens, the American retailer, author, and TV personality is always ahead of her time, and her 1970s butter yellow kitchen is the leading color trend of 2025.
Butter yellow kitchens may be dividing opinions online, but decorating with yellow is a long-time favorite among designers and decorators. “Maybe intentional, maybe accidental, but these were the warm tones of my childhood in the mid-1970s again,” says decorator Ben Pentreath.
All yellows tend to be warm, but butter yellows can be both refreshing and calming. They work beautifully with natural materials and all kinds of wood tones, and can elevate any pale neutral scheme, acting as a highlight without being too loud or overpowering. Whether used boldly or in small doses, this subtly sunny shade is rich, versatile, and radiates positivity and warmth.
The idea of a yellow room is a cozy, joyful, and vibrant choice, agrees Dominic Myland of Mylands. It works well as an accent or as the main color in a space. Rich buttery and golden yellows pair nicely with many other room color combinations, but they also stand strong on their own.
Butter yellow’s versatility makes it a favorite feature in interior design schemes. Francesca Rowan-Plowden believes it works perfectly with period features like exposed brick and old beams. It channels the playful interiors of the ’60s and ’70s, when homes felt like extensions of our personalities.
“Yellow is a color people are often afraid to use, but it’s fantastic for really lifting a space and creating interest and character,” says Francesca. Martha Stewart’s kitchen is proof of that.
“It reflects all kinds of light beautifully and makes the space feel cozy and inviting. It’s known for encouraging creativity and joy, so it’s perfect for busy spaces like the kitchen, but also works well in powder rooms and dining areas.”
“Yellow is one of those colors that’s never truly in or out of style,” agrees Helen Parker, Creative Director at deVOL Kitchens. “You see yellow kitchens from every decade, which makes it a really special and appealing choice. There’s something bold about choosing an ‘ugly’ color trend — it gives a sense of uniqueness and personality.”
“Current trends show a real shift toward brighter colors with a clean finish,” says Sue Kim, Director of Color Marketing at Valspar. “When choosing a paint color, don’t forget to think beyond the walls — consider the ceiling, window frames, and baseboards and how they can be part of the scheme.”
For many, yellow is a nostalgic color. I grew up in a house with a lovely, soft butter yellow bedroom. It made me instantly happy — and seeing this soft yet sunny shade making a comeback brings those warm memories rushing back.
Source: Homes & Gardens
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