7 Kitchens With Glamorous Cabinetry & Quartz Countertop Pairings

October 10, 2022

[Revised August 2025 – updated content and current products added]

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Homeowners who appreciate the beauty and luxury of natural stone but also desire the practicality of solid surfaces can achieve both by opting for a quartz countertop instead of marble or granite. This material contains over 90% natural crushed quartz, with added resins and polymers that provide a nonporous surface, making it strong, durable, food-safe, and resistant to microbes.

Modern quartz surfaces are also very easy to clean and maintain.

Besides its practical advantages, you'll be impressed by its appearance, which mimics many popular natural stone types. To maximize your kitchen upgrade, carefully select your cabinet and countertop combination. For instance, consider which quartz counters complement white, black, colored, or wood cabinets. Here are some ideas to help you choose the perfect MSI quartz and cabinet color pairing for your renovated kitchen.

Black Cabinets with White Quartz

msi-calacatta-leon-gold-quartz-kitchen-counter-with-black-cabinets-min Calacatta Leon Gold Quartz

Marble-look quartz designs are very popular, and it's easy to see why. The soft, glowing quality of marble adds elegance and a calming vibe to any kitchen. However, if you want a surface that’s more durable than natural stone and easier to maintain, quartz is a great choice.

There are many marble-look options available, but Calacatta Leon Gold quartz is perfect if you like bold veining in warm tones. Its white base features dramatic taupe veins, edged with subtle rust outlines, making it a striking accent that can elevate any style.

It works well with various cabinet colors as a neutral, but it's especially eye-catching with black cabinets. With a polished finish and fixtures in black or modern gold, you'll create a stunning kitchen space.

Green Cabinets with White Quartz

msi-carrara-marmi-quartz-counter-with-forest-green-cabinets-min Carrara Marmi Quartz

Blue hues like navy are still a popular choice for colored cabinets, but greens are becoming increasingly dominant. Modern kitchen designs frequently feature a range of greens—from mints and sages to teals and forest greens—paired with engineered quartz countertops. Combining green cabinets with quartz countertops is straightforward when you select a warm or cool color palette and maintain consistency. While some green shades may have warm undertones, this family is generally considered cool. Carrara Marmi quartz, with its soft white background and subtle gray veining, leans toward the cooler end of neutral tones. This quartz color complements almost any green cabinet color beautifully.

Black Cabinets with Gray Quartz

msi-vena-carbona-gray-quartz-kitchen-counter-with-black-cabinets-min Vena Carbona Quartz

If you're seeking contrasting cabinet and quartz colors that are less stark than black and white, you'll surely appreciate the elegant pairing of Vena Carbona quartz with black cabinets. This low-contrast dove-gray surface features soft white veins, resembling a calm, almost placid lake. When you want some contrast without too much drama for your kitchen remodel, this combination offers a soothing, understated aesthetic.

Black and White Cabinets with Gray Quartz

msi-metropolis-quartz-counter-with-black-and-white-cabinets-min Soapstone Metropolis Quartz

Quartz colors vary from light to dark, but Soapstone Metropolis quartz offers a striking, moody look with a slate gray base streaked by fine white veins. In some homes, entirely black cabinetry can create a cave-like atmosphere, while all-white cabinets might be overly stark. A better approach is to choose black lower cabinets paired with white uppers, separated by a gray backsplash tile to smooth the transition from light to dark. This combination grounds the space below and keeps it feeling open and airy above, making the kitchen both spacious and inviting.

Black and White Cabinets with White Quartz

msi-calacatta-verona-white-quartz-with-black-and-white-cabinets-min Calacatta Verona Quartz

For a popular marble color scheme, Calacatta Verona quartz offers a gentle white background with large, semi-translucent gray veins that flow across the surface like a fleeting thought. While it contrasts with the dark Soapstone Metropolis, it also works beautifully in modern designs that combine white and black cabinetry. To prevent unappealing color blocking, it's best to choose a white backsplash if your upper cabinets are white and lower cabinets are black. You might opt for a subtle option like white subway tile or a bolder, geometric white-and-gray pattern. Extending the quartz to a full-height backsplash can also enhance the overall look and visual impact.

Wood Cabinets with White Quartz

msi-statuary-classique-white-quarz-with-dark-wood-cabinets-min Statuary Classique Quartz

Quartz is a highly adaptable countertop material that works well with various design styles, including wood cabinets. Statuary Classique quartz, featuring a milky white background with gentle, pale gray veining, complements many wood shades. If you want a neutral kitchen that celebrates nature's beauty, consider pairing this elegant quartz with woods like white oak, ash, maple, hickory, walnut, or mahogany. Warm, golden hues may not be the ideal match, but with the addition of antique brass hardware, they can potentially be coordinated to create a cohesive look.

Mixed Neutrals with White Quartz

msi-mara-blanca-quartz-counter-with-white-and-grey-cabinets-min Mara Blanca Quartz

Mara Blanca quartz features a creamy white background accented with dense yet subtle gray veining, making it a versatile choice for many interiors. The natural stone look pairs well with modern mixed neutrals, such as white upper cabinets combined with gray lower cabinets, or white perimeter cabinets complemented by a gray island base.

Are you ready to create a glamorous kitchen space and learn where to buy quartz countertops near you? Contact us today with any questions. Chat with us online, visit an MSI showroom, or contact an authorized MSI dealer near you.