53 Blue Kitchen Design Ideas

Blue is hot in kitchen designs right now. Unlike other colors, blue can act almost like a neutral, says interior designer Christina Tello, an interior designer and owner of Tello Interiors in Portland, Oregon. Just think about the pens you write with, she says. "You don't think of blue ink as an accent color," Christina says. "It can carry a range of tone — you can go dark and deep with it, or you can go lighter and brighter."

Whether you're planning to renovate, redesign or simply redecorate with textiles like window treatments, a coat of paint or fresh cabinet handles and drawer pulls, you can use blue as a subtle neutral or a bold accent color.

We've pulled together dozens of ideas and consulted designers across the country to spark your imagination as you design your dream kitchen. Here, rich shades of teal on the walls and cabinet pick up on hints of color in the countertop. A simple floral display elevates the elegance.

This light blue and white kitchen designed by Michelle Gage, of Michelle Gage Interior Design, evokes a sense of calm with its soothing shades and pristine white gas range, a stylish departure from the stainless fridge and dishwasher. The balance of blue and stark white plays up the natural lighting and makes the space feel large and airy.

In this closeup of the range from the previous slide, a stark white oven with gold accents looks fantastic among powder blue cabinets. "Navy was a burning hot trend a few years ago, but now we’re really seeing pale blues make their mark," says Michelle Gage, who designed this kitchen. "This softer shade is a twist on more traditional tones."