20 Timeless and Modern Blue Kitchen Cabinet Ideas

Designer Sheila Bridges complemented her kitchen's blue cabinets (painted Benjamin Moore's Hemlock, a cool slate blue with green undertones) with damask wallpaper, an antique pot rack, and Swedish chairs from her own collection. The wallpaper's subtle sheen matches well with the silver hardware and accents used throughout the space. The floors are painted all white by Farrow & Ball.

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Designer Jen Feldman proves that a monochromatic blue kitchen can be inspiring in this Los Angeles kitchen. The navy subway tile is set in a modern chevron pattern with grout in a subtle tone rather than white. It matches the cabinetry but adds a glossy reflective finish that makes the room look more luxurious and inviting.

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This Heidi Caillier-designed kitchen is framed by blue kitchen cabinetry on the lower level, leaving the top two-thirds of the wall open. Custom built-in shelving, lined with beadboard and fitted with an English-style place rack, provides space to display cookbooks, plates, and art.

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Eneia White designed this kitchen in a Brooklyn townhouse to be a comfortable gathering space. Painted in Benjamin Moore's Manor Blue, the modern kitchen cabinetry features plenty of open shelving, helping to make the space feel open and airy.

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In this Upper East Side kitchen designed by Garrow Kedigian, blue kitchen cabinets and moldings painted in Benjamin Moore's Soft Chinchilla give the space a bright, cheery feel. “I always encourage my clients to paint their kitchens a light color because I want the kitchen to feel like a room, not just a utilitarian space,” says Kedigian. Black granite backsplash and countertops add sophistication and depth.

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Light and bright doesn't necessarily have to be white. Paint your kitchen cabinets a vibrant light blue to reflect sunlight and create a spring-like feel. Perfect for making small or cramped spaces appear larger.

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For dramatic effect on blue cabinets, accent every corner of your kitchen with a deep navy blue, while gold accents like brass cabinet inlays will make your takeout dishes worthy of a Michelin star.

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To soften a room with industrial features like concrete or brick, choose a muted shade of blue. Oversized knobs add a playful touch.

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If you love the French country aesthetic, paint your cabinets sky blue and then sand them with fine-grit sandpaper for a weathered, rustic look.

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Glitz and glamour aren't just limited to jewel tones: A striking cobalt blue can be just as dramatic with a lustrous finish, as seen in this butler pantry. Pair it with a metallic backsplash for even more drama.

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Despite its graphic look, Yves Klein Blue is actually quite timeless. It dates back to the 1950s, when Yves Klein used the hue as inspiration for his monochrome paintings. Follow his example and paint your cabinets an eye-catching, vibrant color.

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A calming, enveloping shade of grey-blue, it's perfect for a space you want to feel cozy in. This space features the hue from ceiling to floor, with a tonal stripe running along one of the walls for visual interest, no artwork necessary.

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Like the powder room, the pantry is a great space to entertain in. Make the most of the small space by wrapping it in a rich teal color. Opt for glass cabinet fronts and open counters to keep the small room from feeling cluttered.

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Indigo is a great choice for people who like cool tones because it's halfway between navy and purple. Plus, this sophisticated shade works with almost any design style, from modern farmhouse to industrial.

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If you're using copper as a metallic accent in your kitchen, make good use of the color wheel by pairing orange metal with light blue painted cabinets for a complementary and contrasting look.

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A timeless and historic staple, this rich teal color isn't as vibrant as black, but it adds depth and dimension to simple cabinetry. When paired with cream walls, this shade gives cabinetry a calming look.

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For a colorful yet not too loud look, paint your kitchen cabinets a pastel blue, which when combined with white creates a subtle and bright hue.

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