Everything you need to know about designing a blue kitchen

When choosing your kitchen colour scheme, you’ll want to consider complementary shades. Referring to those that sit at the opposite end of the colour wheel; while orange is considered blue’s complementary colour, there are lots of other shades you can incorporate in your kitchen if you want something that’s a little less bright.

White, cream and grey offer minimalist looks when paired with blue, or you could opt for contemporary blush pinks, deep purples, or forest greens.

An obvious place to add colour, you can use blue walls across the entire kitchen or on a standout feature wall. Blue paint is the simplest route, whereas blue wall tiles can add an extra layer of texture and detail. Consider pairing the two together and choosing patterned tiles with blue accents to feature against blue walls.

Bright blue cabinets will instantly add a wow-factor to your kitchen, while a more neutral shade, such as pale blue or navy, has a subtler effect; instantly elevating your blue kitchen design to the ultimate in sophistication.

An unexpected place to bring a touch of colour, blue worktops can instantly make your kitchen look unique. The ideal place to use blue to make a thematic statement, a matt, pastel blue has a quirky edge, while grey-blue marble is luxurious and refined.

It might sound wacky, but there are many ways to incorporate blue flooring into your kitchen. To make a statement, you can use a single shade across your entire kitchen or to highlight a certain part, such as a food prep area.

On the opposite end of the spectrum, grey-blue tiles have a contemporary feel – one of our favourite blue kitchen ideas is to either choose a matt finish for an urban look, or stone-effect for a traditional kitchen.

Whether you have bold blue features or just a hint of blue in some parts of your kitchen, blue accessories are a great way to ramp up the detail.

If you have open shelving, show off blue crockery and ornaments – mixing and matching patterns can bring a bohemian feel, while displaying a uniform set can create a traditional effect. Powder blue appliances, such as a toaster, microwave or mixer, adds an instant retro vibe.

To create a warm and welcoming kitchen, use light shades of blue, such a duck egg blue or periwinkle. Pair blue with creamy white accents, wood flooring and wooden worktops to finish off the effect.

Painted wood cabinets are the perfect place to integrate blue into a rustic kitchen, while bright blue walls look equally as effective when offset by bright white units.

For a throwback effect, choose a deep, rich shade of blue to feature in your kitchen. Cobalt, navy or royal blue are all bold and powerful, but can be balanced out with neutral accents to avoid overwhelming the room.

To add to your blue kitchen décor, consider painting the walls a statement shade and neutralising the rest of the room with creamy white units and dark wood flooring. Metallic touches on the door handles and light fixtures will help to brighten up the overall atmosphere.

Use pale blues with shades of white and light brown to create a modern look across your design scheme. Choose a chalky blue or a pastel tone for the units and wall-cabinets, offset by white walls, shelving and detailing.

To finalise the modern effect, opt for a gloss finish across both the worktops and the units. A pale, wooden floor will help to add depth to the scheme while still maintaining an airy feel.

Feeling blue doesn't have to be a drag. Pluck your favourite shade of the blue rainbow and bring it into your kitchen to create an atmosphere that is unique, and beautifully blue. For more inspiration, browse our blue kitchens, or book an appointment to visit your nearest Wren showroom today.