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Blue Kitchen Ideas

Known for its calming qualities, blue kitchen ideas have inspired many homeowners to embrace the tone within a cooking space, as its cool hue provides a soothing backdrop for modern life. Adaptable and versatile, blue kitchen inspiration can be tailored to achieve many different looks, whether that is a home inspired by luxe features, a cosy cottage retreat, or a colourful room that takes its lead from Mother Nature. From stately navy, soft seaside hues, and jewelled tones, these ideas include real-home examples to demonstrate how to bring this rich colour to life.

 
"Blues have established themselves as a classic tone within kitchens because they add a splash of colour without overpowering a space. These hues are often linked to British heritage, so are great for adding a nostalgic touch."

Kim Deigton - Kitchen design and insights expert

 

Explore our blue kitchen options


Our range of blue kitchens offer a variety of options to add a splash of colour to a design. From bold, rich blues to lighter, more relaxed options, they bring en eye-catching touch to both classic and contemporary kitchen styles.

Dusk Blue

Laguna Blue

Marine Blue

Mist

Navy

Seafoam

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Blue Kitchen Decor Ideas

A laguna blue shaker kitchen from Ilfracombe, in an island layout with breakfast bar. It has white counters and stone floors

Sophisticated Shaker

Combine a rich hue, like blue, with the classic, bordered design of shaker style to create a sophisticated look that stands the test of time.
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Clerkenwell Super Matt Marine Blue

Lavish and Linear

Keep all eyes on a sapphire shade by switching to a j-pull handle. The solid swathes of colour and leading lines will create a luxury blue kitchen design.
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Style With Slab

For a small blue kitchen idea, we recommend slab fronts. The single-piece exterior offers a simple style that is easy to build upon without a room feeling crowded.
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Make A Sleek Statement

Handleless designs are a great option for blue kitchens, creating a linear look for uninterrupted swathes of colour. In navy, this creates a refined look, with a rich aesthetic that stands out.

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Get Into Grain

When crafting a country aesthetic, grained textures are the way to go. Simply pair with a cornflower hue of dusk blue to capture cottagecore.

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Maximise On Matt

Dial-up the intensity of blue cupboard doors by selecting a muted finish. This absorbs light for a statement style that sets the scene for entertaining.

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Go For Gloss

Blue gloss kitchens reflect light to make shades from navy to seafoam stand out. The reflective finish brightens spaces and highlights clean lines for a modern look.

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Opt For In-Frame

To take a blue interior to the next level, consider customising with in-frame panels. This decorative border adds drama to a design for a decadent backdrop..

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Two-Tone Contrast

Pair deep blue fronts with cream to create a striking contrast. Darker tones ground the layout, while lighter colours balance the scheme and prevent it feeling heavy.

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Introduce Islands

For an island centrepiece that demands attention use navy as its cornerstone. Great for larger rooms, this statement feature will draw in a cosy atmosphere.

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