Colour, texture, personality: the Musa way

Kitchens are shaped by a blend of influences. Minimal, contemporary, classic, eclectic: styles overlap, evolve, and coexist, shaping spaces that reflect personal taste and ways of living.

The Smeg Musa collection is designed to move seamlessly across different styles, enhancing each one through its refined aesthetic and exceptional versatility.

A kitchen featuring wood cabinets, black built-in ovens, and a white marble island with green vertical tiles and woven leather stools.

In spaces where textures, materials, and colors shape emotion, from serene neutrals to bold, vibrant statements, every surface tells a story and Musa becomes a natural complement. Matte and glossy contrasts, stone and glass finishes, soft light and deep shadows: every detail contributes to a kitchen that is an expression of depth, personality, and contemporary sophistication. Here are Smeg’s curated inspirations for bold, welcoming, and stylish kitchens that combine Musa appliances with ovens, microwave ovens, warming drawers, and hobs creating harmonious, elevated interiors.

Modern open-air kitchen with a central concrete island, light wood cabinetry, white wall units, built-in black ovens, pendant lights, hanging plants overhead, and a pastel-green SMEG Fab refrigerator on the right, opening onto a small garden path.

Warm neutrals & soft mineral tones

Neutral palettes evolve toward mineral-inspired hues, evoking a timeless sense of calm. Tactile surfaces and matte finishes interact with subtle glossy accents, creating softly layered contrasts and a dynamic yet harmonious balance. Walls, furnishings, and appliances blend together in a natural, sophisticated continuity.

A modern kitchen with a gray stone isola and backsplash paired with dark wood cabinets. Two black glass Musa appliances are stacked in the wall, with a simple black range hood on the far wall.

Shades of modern sophistication

Soft greys, muted charcoals, and gentle shadow tones brings a sense of quiet sophistication. Clean lines, balanced proportions, and discreet contrasts create an atmosphere that feels both modern and timeless. In this understated setting, materials speak softly yet with intention: smooth stone finishes, matte surfaces, and subtle metallic highlights elevate the space without overpowering it.

Induction hob with smooth black glass surface on a concrete kitchen worktop.

Compact coffee machine placed on a stone countertop beneath a wall shelf with hanging greenery.

wo built-in black ovens built-in vertically within dark wood kitchen cabinetry.

Modern kitchen featuring sage green cabinetry, a curved wooden slat kitchen island, and an orange Smeg FAB refrigerator. The space includes a skylight, white brick wall, and a raised seating area in the background.

Modern contemporary with a Scandinavian touch

Muted cabinetry with natural wood accents. Clean lines and an open layout enhance spaciousness, while some bold-colored elements introduce a playful focal point. A vibrant fridge or a bold small appliance creates contrast within the serene Scandinavian inspired palette. The overall effect is inviting, functional, and stylishly contemporary.

Musa awakens imagination slowly, insistently, like color on a wall, curve in a corner, reflection in the light. Spaces breathe differently. They speak. Elegance is not given, it is discovered.

Greenteriors

Organic greens and warm earthy tones reconnect interiors with nature. Soft sage or botanical greens bring freshness to kitchen spaces, promoting a sense of balance and wellbeing. Complemented by natural wood and textured surfaces, Musa integrates effortlessly into these calming, grounded environments.

Closeup of a black induction hob on a greige kitchen countertop

Side-view of a modern kitchen featuring wood cabinetry with black built-in ovens and dark green vertical tiled.

Earthy terracotta-colored kitchen featuring integrated black appliances and matching arched cabinetry.

Terratones: the warm side of neutrals

Nature’s elements inspire an earth-driven palette that enriches home designs and interior spaces with a sense of grounding familiarity. Dry, sand-like textures and elemental finishes recall sun-baked landscapes creating intriguing depth and tonal compositions that can be interpreted in a wide variety of materials to enrich designs.

A minimalist kitchen and living area featuring a large light-grey marble island, light wood cabinetry with built-in black ovens, and a neutral-toned living space with a fireplace in the background.

The neutral edit kitchens

Beige greige, warm cream, and soft sand tones offer a welcoming evolution from cooler grays.
These hues provide an inviting and highly versatile base, ideal for minimalist, contemporary kitchens or Japandi inspired interiors. Musa’s sculptural handles and delicate details add sophistication within this soothing framework.

A modern minimalist kitchen featuring matte terracotta-red cabinetry, a large kitchen island with a cream countertop, and a wood-slat ceiling. The space includes built-in black ovens.

Spot-on colour

Strategic colour accents bring character to modern coloured kitchens. A warm red niche, a navy utility corner, or a deep forest green cabinet inject personality without overwhelming the space. These bold touches create visual rhythm and allow playful experimentation, while the Musa collection anchors the look with refined balance and design coherence.

Close-up of black built-in SMEG ovens built into matte red cabinetry

Red minimalist kitchen with a large island, induction hob, and wooden ceiling panels.

Close up of a black induction hob on a marble kitchen countertop

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