New Ways to Decorate With Shades of Blue

From pale ice blue to deep indigo, blue decor is having a moment. Here's how some of our favorite designers decorate with a whole range of watery hues.

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June 24, 2019

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Blue-Gray: Wall Mural

Designer Meg Caswell brings contemporary flair to a turn-of-the-century dining room while still honoring the past. She keeps the original tin ceiling and adds classic elements, like wainscoting. The true showpiece of the space is a breathtaking monochromatic, blue-gray landscape mural.

Blue-Gray: Spa-Style Bathroom

Designer Patty Malone used a Caesarstone tub surround, custom laminate tub facing by Terri Robison Design and a custom area rug to create a spa-like bathroom with a blue-gray backdrop.

From: Patty Malone

Blue-Gray: Cool Cabinetry

Designer Meg Caswell continues the blue-gray cabinetry fronts on the refrigerator for a seamless look, while beautiful trim work and molding finish off the updated farmhouse look.

Blue-Gray: Bedroom Walls

Natural fibers on the footstools and butterflies by an Etsy artist bring nature into this calm, transitional bedroom. The blue walls add a cohesive element by echoing the blue tones in the John Robshaw bedding and Pottery Barn lamps. Design by Courtney Blanton

From: Courtney Blanton

Sky Blue: Coastal Bathroom

A blue and white color palette brings a calm, coastal feel to this traditional bathroom. White wainscoting protects the sheetrock from daily family use and also adds character to the small space. Design by Courtney Blanton

From: Courtney Blanton

Sky Blue: Cabana-Style Cushions

Cabana stripe and solid blue fabrics were laminated before they were made into cushions in this family dining spot featured in HGTV Magazine, so they’re easy to wipe down.

From: HGTV Magazine

Sky Blue: Vintage-Style Kitchen Island

Sky blue and buttery yellow create a vintage vibe in this kitchen designed by Sarah Richardson. The pale blue island hue creates a striking-yet-soothing focal point.

Sky Blue: Stylish Slipcovers

Airy linen slipcovers create a beachy feel in this room full of natural textures, white and warm neutrals, as featured in HGTV Magazine.

From: HGTV Magazine

Sky Blue: Color-Coordinated Gallery Wall

The composition of art on this gallery wall is balanced, yet feels collected over time. Choose pieces in similar hues with organic shapes to make it seem cohesive without being too matchy-matchy. Design by Emily Henderson

Sky Blue: Cabinet Pulls

Designer Sarah Richardson dressed up plain white Ikea cabinets with vintage blue pulls that play off the fun floor stripe and backsplash palettes. See more of this kitchen featured in HGTV Magazine.

From: HGTV Magazine

Robin's Egg Blue: Mod Wallpaper

Equal parts glamorous and retro, warm robin's egg blue is the perfect backdrop for the metallic wallpaper design in this contemporary guest bedroom designed by Jamie Herzlinger

From: Jamie Herzlinger

Robin's Egg Blue: Traditional Mantel With a Twist

This dining room has traditional lines, but designer Katie Ridder transformed it with bold pattern mixing and an unexpected robin's egg blue hue on the mantel and trim.

Robin's Egg Blue: A Perfect Match for Orange

Just like the sky itself, this shade of aqua has a serene, calming presence. Pair it with soft orange accessories for a combination that will look just as at home by the shore as it does in the city. Design by Tobi Fairley

Robin's Egg Blue: Subtle Cabinet Color

Lacquered blue cabinets and a mirrored backsplash make this an elegant spot to do laundry. This hue is subtle enough to fill a whole room without being too overpowering. Design by Jamie Herzlinger

From: Jamie Herzlinger

Robin's Egg Blue: Modern Tile

Designers used white cabinets and countertops and a blue tile backsplash to create a crisp, fresh feel in this coastal kitchen.

From: Hatfield Builders & Remodelers

Steel Blue: French Glamour

Paired with soft gray grasscloth, creamy white bedding and a sparkling chandelier, this French-inspired bedroom looks like a high-end hotel suite. Design by Rebecca Driggs

From: Rebecca Driggs

Steel Blue: Kids' Room Glamour

Paired with white and pink, steel blue looks more grown-up and sophisticated than traditional purple in this kids' homework space designed by Brian Patrick Flynn.

From: Brian Patrick Flynn

Steel Blue: Mixed Patterns

Using one color for all of the patterned pillows makes it simple to mix sizes and shapes without making this bedroom too busy, as featured in HGTV Magazine.

From: HGTV Magazine

Steel Blue: Soothing and Rustic

A palette of cool grays, blues and wood tones helps create a soothing space for resting in this master bedroom. Design by Design Development

From: Design Development

Caribbean Blue: Playful Kids' Room

This bright blue wall hue is playful enough for a kids' space, but sophisticated enough to grow along with the child. Design by TerraCotta Properties

From: Terracotta Design Build

Caribbean Blue: Cool and Modern

Cheerful blue walls create a relaxing canvas for this modern loft living room designed by Brian Patrick Flynn.

From: Brian Patrick Flynn

Caribbean Blue: Bright Nightstand

A brown demilune table, too tall for the pint-size space, was trimmed down and spray-painted a vivid shade of blue. Design from the 2012 HGTV Green Home.

Aqua: Hip Tween Space

Using a black glass chandelier instead of a more traditional style adds funkiness to this hip tween's room. Silver, aqua and white accents balance out the heaviness of the black. Design by Sarah Macklem

From: Sarah Macklem

Aqua: Adaptable Sofa

Designer Emily Henderson gave classic navy-and-white a modern twist by adding gold accent pieces, bold magenta and a low-slung aqua sofa DesignLoveFest blogger Bri Emery's living room.

From: Emily Henderson

Aqua: Beachy Elegance

Beach-blue walls, sea glass-inspired accessories and aqua upholstered dining chairs give this dining room from HGTV Smart Home 2013 a casual elegance.

Turquoise: Color-Filled Kids' Room

Interior designer Linda Woodrum's ode to sea glass, the twin suite bedroom celebrates the home's coastal location. Design from the 2013 HGTV Dream Home.

Turquoise: Midcentury Mecca

A turquoise accent wall with an oversized sunburst mirror is the focal point of this tropical, midcentury apartment. Design by Gacek Design Group

From: Richard Gacek

Turquoise: Trending Traditional

Although we typically think of turquoise and navy blue as beachy hues, this elegant dining room papered in a scrolling pattern from French company Mauny is far from appearing coastal.

From: Sallie Giordano

Turquoise: Blue on Blue

The patchwork style of the overdyed rug mimics the graphic shapes of the turquoise accent wall in this colorful living room. Design by Gacek Design Group

From: Richard Gacek

Turquoise: Eclectic Bedding Mix

The master bedroom from HGTV Green Home 2012 features an eclectic mix of blue hues and suzani-inspired patterns.

Turquoise: Contemporary Meets Traditional

Turquoise paint used to accent the corner of the room and a luxurious maize-colored curtain helps bridge the gap between the contemporary space and the traditional furnishings. Design by Gacek Design Group

From: Richard Gacek

Teal: High-End Headboard

This watery bedroom proves that a high-end look can be had on the cheap. Designer Brian Patrick Flynn turned 6 yards of bargain fabric into a custom 7-foot-tall teal headboard, then matched the wall hue for a subtle, textured look.

Teal: Plays Well With Pink

An oversized, tufted teal headboard is the backdrop of this fun, eclectic kids' room, filled with DIY decorations and handmade touches. Design by Rachel Faucett

Azure: Kids' Room Artwork

A child's treasured belonging is turned into eye-catching artwork in a saturated, true-blue azure hue to add a personal touch to this kid's room. Design by Brian Patrick Flynn

Azure: New American Entryway

Designer Tobi Fairley is known for combining colors and patterns in playful, new ways. For this living room, she mixes soft cerulean blue with navy and red for a look that's both fresh and timeless.

Azure: Summer-Perfect Plaid Shade

For an unexpected touch in this kids' bedroom, an airy plaid featuring different shades of azure and navy picks up on the blues used throughout the space. Design by Brian Patrick Flynn

From: Brian Patrick Flynn

Royal Blue: Transferware Wall Art

A darker take on azure blue, this traditional hue evokes royalty. A collection of blue-and-white transferware dishes make a pretty blue focal point. Design by Charles Faudree Interiors

From: Charles Faudree

Royal Blue: One Little Accent

A Moroccan pouf adds a touch of royal blue to this pink-and-purple girls' room, as seen in HGTV Magazine.

From: HGTV Magazine

Royal Blue: Classic Blue and White

Rows of blue-and-white wares are mirrored in the classic blue walls just outside this traditional dining room. Design by RMS user Tetbury

Denim Blue: Nailhead-Embellished Table

Denim blue goes global in the Ikat draperies and Moroccan-inspired side table that designer Linda Woodrum chose for the 2014 HGTV Smart Home great room.

Denim Blue: Not-So-Quiet Library

This library is a relaxing haven for two. Designers Lauren Jacobsen and Kathy Hartz of Style in 5 created a cozy environment large, soft English occasional armchairs. Denim blue accents add interest without being too bold. Photo by Terrance Williams

From: Lauren Jacobsen

Denim Blue: Art Inspires Life

This space was created to feel welcoming, luxurious and ready for entertaining. The large-scale ocean scene unites the room's eclectic elements.

From: Lauri Howell

Denim Blue: Spring for Slipcovers

For these stylish homeowners will spill-prone pets and kids, designer Brian Patrick Flynn slipcovered classic sofas with a handsome shade of denim blue linen.

Electric Blue: Bold Kitchen Island

The vibrant blue island adds a dramatic pop of color. The intensity of the color is softened by the stainless steel appliances and the soft gray granite countertop. Design by Terry Kenney

From: Drury Design

Electric Blue: Vibrant Boys' Room

The shared boys' bedroom features a bright blue color palette, bunk beds and a double work stations for doing homework. Design by Robert and Cortney Novogratz

Ultramarine Blue: A Little Shine

High-gloss, bright blue walls lend instant sophistication to this eclectic, pattern-filled living room. Design by Lorna Gross of Savant Interior Design and photography by Angie Seckinger

Ultramarine Blue: Blue on Blue

Using the same bright blue shade on the walls and in the shag rug makes this small dining space appear more spacious. Design by Brian Patrick Flynn

From: Brian Patrick Flynn

Navy Blue: Go Classic With Blue + White

Navy and white — few colors go together so well and, literally, never go out of the style. Image courtesy of Thibaut

Navy Blue: Bold Built-Ins

Bold accents of yellow and lime green are the perfect contrast to the deep navy built-ins. Design by Meg Caswell

Navy Blue: Classic Stripes

Bold horizontal navy-and-white stripes wake up this bedroom that's tight on square footage but big on style. Design by Brian Patrick Flynn

Navy Blue: Modern Classic

Classic color meets midcentury edge with these 1960s-inspired chairs upholstered with navy blue velvet. Design by Shirry Dolgin

From: Shirry Dolgin

Navy Blue: Stripes on Stripes

This formal entryway doesn't take itself too seriously with a classic menswear-inspired striped wallpaper complemented by a handwoven stair runner in the same palette but with a reversed pattern (white on navy, instead of navy on white). Design by John Lyle and Mark Umbach.

From: John Lyle

Navy Blue: Playful Kids' Room

Not only does navy blue pair well with most colors, it's the perfect choice for gender-neutral spaces, like this sunny kids' room designed by Lauren Leonard.

Navy Blue: Go High-Gloss

A door painted in high-gloss navy (Benjamin Moore's Hale Navy) adds a nautical nod to this spacious vaulted attic that has been converted into a ship-shape guest room.

From: Landing Design

Navy Blue: Moody Lounging

Paired with charcoal gray and white, this low-slung navy setee takes on a moody, nightclub vibe. Design by Brian Patrick Flynn

From: Brian Patrick Flynn

Deep Teal: Floor-to-Ceiling Blue

Deep teal walls are a bold backdrop for a whimsical floor-to-ceiling gallery wall featuring 3-D objects, family photos, kids' artwork and flea market art pieces.

Deep Teal: Creative Kids' Space

Aqua, navy and orange paired with saturated greens and reds create a visually-stimulating kids' space in this room designed by Emily Henderson.

Deep Teal: Relaxing Den

The living room's blue walls are complemented by throw pillows, the armoire and the Roman shades, creating a cozy space perfect for relaxation. Design by Patty Malone

From: Patty Malone

Deep Teal: Furniture Imitates Art

The deep teal artwork is the first thing you notice in this living room by Emily Henderson; chairs, throws, pillows and poufs coordinate with the moody palette, as seen in HGTV Magazine.

From: HGTV Magazine and Emily Henderson

Deep Teal: One Continuous Stripe

The stripe in the center of the custom-made teal-and-black shades is echoed in the folded throw blanket tucked in the wingback chair. Design by Jennifer Reiner and Robert White

Deep Teal: Americana Style

Swapping deep teal for traditional blue and incorporating bold wallpaper and artwork adds a designer touch to this Americana-inspired space. Design by Brian Patrick Flynn

Indigo: Just Add Pillows

A sexy, mysterious relative of the summer favorite navy blue, this deep color goes with almost anything and is a fresh alternative to black. Think of it as black that's been kissed by another color, like these deep blue throw pillows. Photo courtesy of Stacy Garcia

Indigo: Moody Bachelor Bedroom

Designer Brian Patrick Flynn wanted the wet-look paint finish to be the room's signature feature, and it shines in contrast to the white trey ceiling.

Indigo: Go Eclectic

The indigo walls in this living space highlight the unique shape of the leather Restoration Hardware chair and curved design of the side table. Keeping patterns and color subtle in the furniture allows the bold wall color to make a statement without overwhelming the room. Design by Nile Johnson

From: Nile Johnson

Midnight Blue: Pair With Pink

Hot pink is a great way to add a feminine touch to more masculine hues, like this bedroom's blue-black wall hue.

From: Brian Patrick Flynn

New Ways to Decorate With Shades of Blue

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Blue-Gray: Wall Mural

Blue-Gray: Spa-Style Bathroom

Blue-Gray: Cool Cabinetry

Blue-Gray: Bedroom Walls

Sky Blue: Coastal Bathroom

Sky Blue: Cabana-Style Cushions

Sky Blue: Vintage-Style Kitchen Island

Sky Blue: Stylish Slipcovers

Sky Blue: Color-Coordinated Gallery Wall

Sky Blue: Cabinet Pulls

Robin's Egg Blue: Mod Wallpaper

Robin's Egg Blue: Traditional Mantel With a Twist

Robin's Egg Blue: A Perfect Match for Orange

Robin's Egg Blue: Subtle Cabinet Color

Robin's Egg Blue: Modern Tile

Steel Blue: French Glamour

Steel Blue: Kids' Room Glamour

Steel Blue: Mixed Patterns

Steel Blue: Soothing and Rustic

Caribbean Blue: Playful Kids' Room

Caribbean Blue: Cool and Modern

Caribbean Blue: Bright Nightstand

Aqua: Hip Tween Space

Aqua: Adaptable Sofa

Aqua: Beachy Elegance

Turquoise: Color-Filled Kids' Room

Turquoise: Midcentury Mecca

Turquoise: Trending Traditional

Turquoise: Blue on Blue

Turquoise: Eclectic Bedding Mix

Turquoise: Contemporary Meets Traditional

Teal: High-End Headboard

Teal: Plays Well With Pink

Azure: Kids' Room Artwork

Azure: New American Entryway

Azure: Summer-Perfect Plaid Shade

Royal Blue: Transferware Wall Art

Royal Blue: One Little Accent

Royal Blue: Classic Blue and White

Denim Blue: Nailhead-Embellished Table

Denim Blue: Not-So-Quiet Library

Denim Blue: Art Inspires Life

Denim Blue: Spring for Slipcovers

Electric Blue: Bold Kitchen Island

Electric Blue: Vibrant Boys' Room

Ultramarine Blue: A Little Shine

Ultramarine Blue: Blue on Blue

Navy Blue: Go Classic With Blue + White

Navy Blue: Bold Built-Ins

Navy Blue: Classic Stripes

Navy Blue: Modern Classic

Navy Blue: Stripes on Stripes

Navy Blue: Playful Kids' Room

Navy Blue: Go High-Gloss

Navy Blue: Moody Lounging

Deep Teal: Floor-to-Ceiling Blue

Deep Teal: Creative Kids' Space

Deep Teal: Relaxing Den

Deep Teal: Furniture Imitates Art

Deep Teal: One Continuous Stripe

Deep Teal: Americana Style

Indigo: Just Add Pillows

Indigo: Moody Bachelor Bedroom

Indigo: Go Eclectic

Midnight Blue: Pair With Pink

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