What's Replacing Sage Green Kitchen Cabinets? This Is the Lesser-Used Shade Designers Can't Get Enough Of

A galley kitchen with warm neutral walls, green cabinets, and a wooden freestanding kitchen island.

Over the past decade, sage green has become one of the most beloved colors in interiors, often regarded as a new neutral in kitchens of every style and size. And while it will always remain a classic choice, designers say there's an alternative hue that's quietly replacing sage green that feels a bit more unique and exciting in 2026.

Taking a darker, muddier approach to green kitchen ideas, deeper olive tones are rising the ranks to become one of the chicest kitchen colors to choose for your cabinets, bringing depth and interest without feeling oppressive.