Cool Blue Kitchens: 14 Unique Design Ideas

Most people will eliminate the color blue from their choices of colors for a new kitchen. This is because blue is a cooler hue and most people thought that warmer colors such as orange, red, and yellow are more appetizing. So, if you are trying to break out of your beige box or just going for something different, why not try a blue kitchen?

You can, for example, use blue kitchen cabinets to make your kitchen modern. An ice blue in a high gloss finish can make your cabinets or doors look like they are made of glass.Using turquoise in your kitchen can make the room a lively space instead of cool and calming. If you want blue but you still want your kitchen to look neutral, then go with a slate blue. This color has a lot of gray in it, so it won’t be jarring. Below are 14 examples of how to use the color blue to make your kitchen look interesting.

01-This dynamic kitchen has painted blue cabinets, Azul Macubas extra granite and state of the art appliances.

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02-In this kitchen, European cabinets, CaesarStone and Hakatai tiles were used for a clean, energetic look. Using open shelves on walls instead of box cabinets makes this kitchen feel much bigger. By Lori Dennis.

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03-This kitchen incorporates a vintage style and made use of very environment friendly materials so all the cabinetry, counters and fixtures are locally made and recycled or reclaimed with no added formaldehyde. Designer: Jessica Williamson

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04-This kitchen blends old with new and adds a burst of color and artistic creativity to the space. The tile floor complements the hand-painted peacock feathers on the ceiling. Customizable specialty lighting captures the mood and matches the desired setting. Designer: Ken Kelly.

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05-This sleek, modern kitchen combines navy walls and ebony-stained hardwood floors with stainless steel accents. White Carerra Marble counter tops and a silver sunburst mirror add light to this dramatic space. Designer: Erica Islas.

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06-This European-inspired kitchen features the latest in appliances. The Miele coffee center and wine refrigerator are the focal points and flank the Poggenpohl cabinetry. The Swarovski crystal chandelier brings shine to the space, while the wood stools and wood-like porcelain tile flooring accents bring visual warmth. The LED lighting underneath the kitchen island highlights the quartz waterfall countertop. Designer: Christine Jones.

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07-A built-in fireplace from Planika Fires is featured above the bar. Particular lighting fixtures from Nuevo Living and an accent wall with textured tile from Artistic Tile as a background of the piano complete this stylish modern kitchen. Stainless steel and dark brown cabinets with white accents give the kitchen area its modern look. Designer: Vanessa De Leon

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08-The striking glass backsplash is the room’s dramatic focal point. Around the corner of the main kitchen is a convenient space for serving drinks. Repeating the blue tile helps to join the two areas. Designer: Dave Stimmel

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09-This custom-built desk is actually two-sided; the side you see is for mom and the other side is for kids with storage in the middle. Previously the stairwell, it was removed to open the space and create an eat-in kitchen. The kitchen table is behind the desk space, which used to be a den. Designer: Rebekah Zaveloff

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10-Eclectic Kitchen by Adrienne Dorig Leland, CKD

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11-Contemporary Kitchen by Yvonne Landivar

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12-In this kitchen, European cabinets, CaesarStone and Hakatai tiles were used for a clean, energetic look. Using open shelves on walls instead of box cabinets makes this kitchen feel much bigger. Designer: Lori Dennis

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13-The kitchen is attached to the outdoor deck which provides for the ultimate setup for entertaining. Designer: Ilija Karlusic

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14-Journalist’s Kitchen
Walls and ceiling are covered in a warm, weathered blue.

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