Here are some examples of color schemes for the kitchen:
A standard but still attractive color scheme: stainless steel appliances, black granite countertops and wood cabinets and floors. White ceiling and accessories go well to compliment.
A classic look: white countertops, white and grey marbled floors, beige/tan cabinets, white shelving and stainless steel appliances.
Liven things up a bit with: Burgundy walls with pine cabinets, black granite counters and stainless steel appliances. Green plant accents tie everything together and add pizzaz.
Contemporary look: black cabinets with steel handles, white walls, white tile backsplash, steel grey kitchen floor, stainless appliances, white accents.
Funky Contemporary: dark brown floors, white countertops, mixture of lime green and 70s orange cabinets, white backsplash, dark brown walls, stainless appliances.
Uber Contemporary: dark brown cabinets with steel handles, stainless steel countertops, white walls, grey-green or concrete grey floors, white and black accents.