9 blue kitchen cabinet ideas that will elevate your space

Whether you love the palest blue or a deep navy, our blue kitchen cabinet ideas will make you fall in love with this scheme

Blue kitchen cabinets with sink
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A blue kitchen is firmly a modern classic. It's a fabulous option if you want a color that will last and won't date. It also goes with many countertop options like wood, marble, crisp white, or black.

This is why it's one of the most popular kitchen cabinet colors – it's so easy on the eye and incredibly versatile. Navy has been the most popular shade in recent years so we've sourced some great new blue kitchen cabinet ideas that cover other shades from a hint of blue to teal and everything in between.

Calming and relaxing, blue is a wonderful color to consider and rarely goes out of fashion, check out our blue kitchen cabinet ideas below and see which shade suits your space the best.

1. Choose a blue that looks great on walls too

blue kitchen cabinets and matching wall, white painted tongue and groove backsplash, wooden countertop, open shelving,

(Image credit: Farrow & Ball)

A lively blue will add life to an existing space that's looking a little tired. This shade is Drawing Room Blue by Farrow & Ball and is a good clean shade of blue that looks striking when paired with white. 

"Blue kitchens are deeply popular and for good reason. They don’t seem to age in look, a tried and tested formula that just keeps on giving," says Patrick O'Donnell, brand ambassador at Farrow & Ball.

If you love the shade of blue you've chosen, why not use it onto walls too? Patrick agrees, "Rather than blue cabinetry against a white wall backdrop, go for a bit of blue-on-blue saturation."

expert headshot of Patrick O'Donnell
Patrick O'Donnell

Patrick O’Donnell has been bringing his impeccable eye for colour to Farrow & Ball since 2012. Over that time, he has been a showroom manager, global color consultancy manager and now brand ambassador. However, he is best known as the much-loved face of Farrow & Ball on social media 

2. Dark and moody for drama

inky blue kitchen with painted cabinets and matching walls and ceiling, wooden countertops and windows, traditional stone flags

(Image credit: deVOL Kitchens)

If pale and bright isn't for you, then consider a dark inky blue. Full of drama and depth, this shade is cocooning and cozy.

"Dark, special and almost daring, Pantry Blue is so popular people often think it is a kitchen range called The Pantry Blue Kitchen. It literally goes with anything and everything and is the easiest of the dark colors to go for as it is uncomplicated to style up for glam or style down for effortless simplicity," says Helen Parker, creative director of deVOL Kitchens

Add balance with a wood countertop and texture with authentic stone floor tiles, both will add warmth too. 

expert headshot of Helen Parker, creative director of deVOL Kitchens, a blond woman standing in a kitchen with a white shirt on
Helen Parker

Helen Parker is deVOL's creative director. Joining in 2004 as a kitchen designer, by 2011 she had become responsible for deVOL's style, creating one-of-a-kind showrooms, sourcing antiques and gifts and designing new pieces of furniture and accessories.

3. A hint of blue sky

pale blue kitchen with pale blue cabinetry and glazed wall unit, white countertops, gray textured wallpaper backsplash,

(Image credit: Martin Moore)

A hint of blue is just as beautiful as a deeper shade, this color has a slight gray undertone which means you could accessorize with that or blue.

“A key trend is for greys, off-whites, or light blue alongside a dark blue accent color. People often choose a darker blue for small touches, such as a feature island or a cupboard interior. The result is a kitchen that is calm and tranquil, but not lacking character," says Richard Moore, design director at Martin Moore

This color is perfect if you have a small kitchen, it will brighten it up whilst preventing it from feeling too cold. 

For three pale blue shades check out our paint color ideas below. 

4. The joy of navy

navy kitchen with blue veined marble countertops and backsplash, copper sink, blinds, white painted floor boards, copper faucet, clock, wooden ceiling,

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Perhaps the most popular blue when it comes to kitchen cabinets, navy is a great middle ground if you don't want pale or too dark. 

“Choosing a deep shade of blue for your kitchen cabinetry adds a bold yet refined statement to any kitchen. Mylands' Bond Street No. 219 is a deep, sophisticated navy that is perfect for achieving a modern, elegant look." says Dominic Myland, CEO of Mylands. Add in a marble effect countertop and backsplash that has a blue veining and you'll have a scheme that's cohesive. 

For a similar sink try Amazon's SK201-23AC Orwell Copper Single Bowl Undermount Kitchen Sink, it will add a rustic feel to your navy blue kitchen.

5. Pick a gray blue

blue gray kitfchen with pale blond wood floor, barstools, cream walls, island with white countertops, open shelving, wine fridge, crittall doors to outside

(Image credit: Olive & Barr)

A blue gray is a lovely shade to consider, it's practical and easy to pair other colors with and it looks particularly great in a modern setting. 

Cream is a good option, softer than white and easier on the eye, warming shades look best as does blonde wood. 

For a similar blue check out Benjamin Moore's Violet Mist 1437, it's a good match to this lovely modern kitchen. 

6. Be bold with teal

teal blue kitchen with marble countertops, herringbone floor, exposed brick wall, marble backsplash, brass tap and hardware,

(Image credit: Tom Howley Kitchens)

Not too keen on a trad blue – preferring a brighter slightly greener hue instead? Then teal is for you, it's blue with a hint of green which makes it bright and fun and ideal for those who want a cheerful statement for their kitchen.

“Neutral color palettes in the kitchen will never disappear – but for those who want to add a stronger injection of color, deep navy, strong teals and vibrant sky blues remain very popular," suggests Tom Howley, creative design director, Tom Howley.

Make an impact by combining teal with the right combinations of materials, Tom adds, "We recommend pairing these colors with glossy white and veined worktops for a fresh, airy scheme.”

For three brighter more punchy blues have a look at our three top shades below. 

7. Perk up a scheme with cobalt blue

cobalt blue kitchen with yellow painted backsplash tiles, marble countertops, butler sink, stool, wooden chopping boards, rug, artisan ceramics, white wall above

(Image credit: Little Greene)

Cobalt blue is a wonderful shade to pick, especially for a small kitchen. It's brighter than navy and is surprisingly uplifting. It's not far off a Royal Blue and can work well with other colors – we love it here with a soft yellow. 

Team with tactile elements like a coir rug, rough hewn wooden countertop on an island and artisanal ceramics like pots, plates and vases. 

8. Consider a delicate blue

a blue green shade of blue kitchen with wood countertops, metro tile backsplash and glazed units, butler sink,

(Image credit: deVOL Kitchens)

Blues can be punchy and bold, or delicate and soft, and this blue green shade is stunning in it's subtlety.

For a similar match consider Benjamin Moore's Palladian Blue HC-144, it's beautifully calming, and is an airy blue that can look greeny when sunlight pours in. It's really versatile too, consider navy as an accent for a bold look, or flip to a pink for a bit of ice cream shade fun.

9. A grounding gray blue

blue gray kitchen with white marble countertops, bar stools, pearlescent wall tiles, brass hardware and facceut, cherry wood style floor, table,

(Image credit: Amy Courtney Designs / Sean Litchfield)

Amy Courtney, founder of Amy Courtney Designs, knew she wanted a space that balanced neutrality with a pop of color and was instantly drawn to Benjamin Moore's Knoxville Gray. Described as an 'alluring blue-green with a heavy dose of gray' it's a good grounding blue shade to consider.

"This unique shade was exactly what I was looking for – a perfect blend of subtlety and bold drama. The result is a kitchen that feels modern, sophisticated, and inviting. This color provided the depth and richness that she wanted without feeling too boldly unconventional."

Add a further dimension by choosing pearlescent wall tiles, they add that shimmery feel that contrasts against a matt blue shade. 

Amy Courtney
Amy Courtney

Amy Courtney, a seasoned interior designer with over 15 years of experience, has collaborated with leading design and architecture firms across New York, Connecticut, and the broader tri-state area. Her work has been featured in esteemed publications such as Elle Decor, House Beautiful, The Wall Street Journal, Brownstoner, Lonny, and Domino.


Blue is one of the most versatile and easy to live with colors you could pick for your kitchen cabinets. Have a look and see where the light flows in, do you need a warm blue or a cooler blue? 

Whichever shade you pick it will work with white, marble and wood, and will give you kitchen scheme longevity. 

Sophie Warren-Smith

Sophie has been an interior stylist and journalist for over 22 years and has worked for many of the main interior magazines during that time both in-house and as a freelancer. On the side, as well as being the News Editor of indie magazine, 91, Sophie trained to be a florist in 2019 and launched The Prettiest Posy where she curates beautiful flowers for the modern bride.