Bold and Aqua Blue Cottage Styled Kitchen

Diana Wiesner of Lampert Lumber in Chetek, WI worked with her client and Dura Supreme to create this custom teal blue paint color for their new kitchen. They wanted a contemporary cottage styled kitchen with blue cabinets to contrast their love of blue, red, and yellow. The homeowners can now come home to a stunning teal (aqua) blue kitchen that grabs center stage in this contemporary home with cottage details. Bria Cabinetry by Dura Supreme with an affordable Personal Paint Match finish to "Calypso" SW 6950 in the Craftsman Beaded Panel door style. This kitchen was featured in HGTV Magazine summer of 2014 in the Kitchen Chronicles. Here's a quote from the designer's interview that was featured in the issue. "Every time you enter this kitchen, it's like walking into a Caribbean vacation. It's upbeat and tropical, and it can be paired with equally vivid reds and greens. I was worried the homeowners might get blue fatigue, and it's definitely a gutsy choice for a rural Wisconsin home. But winters on their farm are brutal, and this color is a reminder that summer comes again." - Diana Wiesner, Lampert Lumber, Chetek, WI Request a FREE Dura Supreme Brochure: http://www.durasupreme.com/request-brochure

Magnificant Historical Home Rumson NJ

Town & Country Kitchen and Bath

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped separate kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, stainless steel appliances, grey splashback, light hardwood floors, no island and marble splashback.

Georgetown Row House

Sarah Kahn Turner

John Cole
Inspiration for a transitional galley kitchen in DC Metro with recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Northwest Hills Remodel and Addition

Remodel Boutique

This is an example of a large scandinavian l-shaped open plan kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula and white benchtop.

North Shore B

MA Studios

Country kitchen in Denver with a farmhouse sink, blue cabinets, white splashback, light hardwood floors, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Young Modern

Alt Design Group

fun modern kitchen with colorful cabinets and backsplash tile
Small midcentury galley kitchen pantry in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, grey floor and white benchtop.

5 Storey Period House Renovation - East London

Lomax & Chi

Large airy open plan kitchen, flooded with natural light opening onto the garden. Hand made timber units, with feature copper lights, antique timber floor and window seat.

Modern Clarksville Home

Mosier Luxury Homes

Inspiration for a large contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, grey benchtop and recessed.

Kitchen Remodel - Hermosa Beach

DYM Builders Group, Inc.

Experience the allure of the beach in your own home with this new construction costal kitchen. The modern design provides a stunning and bright space with an abundance of natural light provided by large skylights. The navy and white shaker cabinets create a timeless look, complemented by a gorgeous quartz countertop and sleek stainless steel appliances. Whether you're cooking up a feast or enjoying a cup of coffee, this kitchen provides a warm and inviting space perfect for modern living. So why not bring the calming vibes of the coast to your own home with this stunning costal kitchen.

Hardeeville New Construction Project

Kitchen Design Solutions

Inspiration for a large beach style l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, glass tile splashback, light hardwood floors, with island, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Valley Lo

KitchenLab Interiors

KitchenLab Interiors’ first, entirely new construction project in collaboration with GTH architects who designed the residence. KLI was responsible for all interior finishes, fixtures, furnishings, and design including the stairs, casework, interior doors, moldings and millwork. KLI also worked with the client on selecting the roof, exterior stucco and paint colors, stone, windows, and doors. The homeowners had purchased the existing home on a lakefront lot of the Valley Lo community in Glenview, thinking that it would be a gut renovation, but when they discovered a host of issues including mold, they decided to tear it down and start from scratch. The minute you look out the living room windows, you feel as though you're on a lakeside vacation in Wisconsin or Michigan. We wanted to help the homeowners achieve this feeling throughout the house - merging the causal vibe of a vacation home with the elegance desired for a primary residence. This project is unique and personal in many ways - Rebekah and the homeowner, Lorie, had grown up together in a small suburb of Columbus, Ohio. Lorie had been Rebekah's babysitter and was like an older sister growing up. They were both heavily influenced by the style of the late 70's and early 80's boho/hippy meets disco and 80's glam, and both credit their moms for an early interest in anything related to art, design, and style. One of the biggest challenges of doing a new construction project is that it takes so much longer to plan and execute and by the time tile and lighting is installed, you might be bored by the selections of feel like you've seen them everywhere already. “I really tried to pull myself, our team and the client away from the echo-chamber of Pinterest and Instagram. We fell in love with counter stools 3 years ago that I couldn't bring myself to pull the trigger on, thank god, because then they started showing up literally everywhere", Rebekah recalls. Lots of one of a kind vintage rugs and furnishings make the home feel less brand-spanking new. The best projects come from a team slightly outside their comfort zone. One of the funniest things Lorie says to Rebekah, "I gave you everything you wanted", which is pretty hilarious coming from a client to a designer.

Blue In Frame Family Kitchen extension in Penarth

Your Space Living

Traditional style in frame kitchen in this large family kitchen extension in Penarth by Your Space Living. An open plan living space with kitchen cabinets and island, dining table and built in seatiing making the most of this light and open space as the heart of the home.

North Tustin - Addition and Remodel

Pacific Coast Builders, Inc.

Modern Farmhouse kitchen with shaker style cabinet doors and black drawer pull hardware. White Oak floating shelves with LED underlighting over beautiful, Cambria Quartz countertops. The subway tiles were custom made and have what appears to be a texture from a distance, but is actually a herringbone pattern in-lay in the glaze. Wolf brand gas range and oven, and a Wolf steam oven on the left. Rustic black wall scones and large pendant lights over the kitchen island. Brizo satin brass faucet with Kohler undermount rinse sink. Photo by Molly Rose Photography

Dora Whitley Farmhouse

The Kingston Group - Remodeling Specialists

Photo of a mid-sized country u-shaped separate kitchen in Nashville with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, yellow floor and white benchtop.

Thorpedale Road, N4

Build Team

This open plan space is split into segments using the long and narrow kitchen island and the dining table. It is clear to see how each of these spaces can have different uses.

Spellman Reno

MMI Design

MMI Design was hired to assist our client with with an extensive kitchen, living room, and dining remodel. The original floor plan was overly compartmentalized and the kitchen may have been the tiniest kitchen on the planet! By taking out a wall which separated the spaces and stealing square footage from the under-utilized dining room, MMI was able to transform the space into a light, bright and open floor plan. The new kitchen has room for multiple cooks with all the bells and whistles of modern day kitchens, and the living spaces are large enough to entertain friends and family. We are especially proud of this project, as we believe it is not only beautiful but also transformative in terms of the new livability of the spaces.

Modern Minnetonka Two-Story

Swanson Homes

This kitchen is truly the centerpiece of our client’s home. With custom cabinetry and center island painted “Railings” by Farrow & Ball, Silestone's "Calacatta Gold Suede" 2” thick quartz countertops, Thermador appliances, clean white subway tile backsplash, and two beautiful antique brass finished “Eugene” pendant light fixtures.

Eau Claire II

MC Designs and Interiors

Photo of an u-shaped kitchen in Calgary with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, brick splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Kitchen Remodel

RBuilder Construction Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized beach style eat-in kitchen with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula and beige floor.

Client Calgary Soho

Elle Peters Design

Photo by Jamie Anholt
Mid-sized transitional galley open plan kitchen in Calgary with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and multi-coloured benchtop.

Kitchen with Blue Cabinets and Light Hardwood Floors Design Ideas

There’s a lot to consider when it comes to planning your kitchen design. Where do you even start? Gathering some inspiration in a photo gallery is always a good starting point, as looking at different kitchen designs often brings up ideas you haven’t even thought of yet.

Browse Photos of Kitchen Designs for Inspiration and Collect Your Ideas

You can browse through photos of all kinds of kitchen styles, layouts and sizes on Houzz to get started before jumping into any design software or contacting a local professional for help. Here’s a few considerations to keep in mind when planning your kitchen.

1. What Makes a Good Kitchen Design, and Why is it Important?

For starters, you want to find a balance between aesthetics and function. You may have heard of the ‘kitchen work triangle’, which refers to the space between your fridge, sink and stove. You want everything within easy reach when you’re working in the kitchen and look beautiful at the same time. It’s a good idea to take note of both when browsing our photo gallery.

2. Consider Your Space to Determine Your Kitchen Layout

Firstly, consider the space you have, and the limitations that come with it. Do you have a small kitchen and need to maximise your workspace and storage? Can you allow yourself some more space and a big island with seating? Are you designing your kitchen from scratch or renovating an existing design? Which appliances do you already own and what are their measurements? Are there windows you need to take into consideration when planning cabinets? How do kitchen, living and dining areas connect? Depending on your space and needs, you want to use a shape that suits you. U, G, or L-shaped kitchen, with or without island or peninsula? Know your dimensions, plan cabinetry carefully and consider the placement of your appliances. You don’t want to end up with a finished design, only for your significant other to question where the fridge is supposed to go. Consider from the start where your fridge, oven, microwave and sink goes to save yourself from starting again from scratch - remember the kitchen work triangle! You also want to plan the layout of your cabinets. Maybe you’re planning for a pantry and can do with less storage space in your kitchen, so that your design can be one without upper or lower cabinets for a different look. A corner cabinet can be a smart storage solution if you want to keep the look clean and simple.

3. Decide on a Kitchen Style, But Don’t Forget Practicality

You want the style of your kitchen to reflect your personality and taste. We have curated a large array of kitchen styles here at Houzz, from traditional to contemporary to transitional and everything in between. Consider what your cooking style is for a start - Italy is known for its cuisine, so italian kitchen designs are generally popular. Also consider ergonomics - depending on how much time you spend in your kitchen, the height of your counters can make a big difference to your overall health. You also want to consider colour and finishes of cabinets, countertops and splashbacks. Which colour do you want your cupboards to be? Simple, timeless white or rather making a statement in black? Maybe rather a rustic wood? Also consider the colour of your floor - if you have dark floors, you may want to keep cabinets lighter. You could also go for an all-white look and choose black appliances for contrast. Once you know which style you fancy, don’t forget how you will be using the space. You want to keep cooking in mind, as well as how easy to clean and maintain the space will be. How many cooks do you need to accommodate? Do you have kids around? How much storage do you need? Maybe you want to go for open shelves rather than cabinets and allow for easy reach of key items you use when cooking. Again - remember the triangle! Lastly, choose lighting that both enhances the look of your kitchen as well as your cooking performance, providing light in all the right places.

4. Be Conscious of Your Budget

No matter what you plan for your kitchen design, cost is always a big factor. Be sure to plan with your budget in mind. It may make more sense to go for a modular kitchen design rather than custom build. You can save a lot of money if you get at least 3 estimates from professionals before locking in the job. And don’t forget to allow a 20% buffer for emergencies. Once you are ready to hire a pro, our directory will help you find one, no matter where you are. So whether you're looking for an Interior Designer in Melbourne or an Architect in Sydney, you can be sure to find a qualified expert for the job!