Inspiration for a small beach style l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Sydney with an undermount sink, blue cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, white floor and grey benchtop.

Steel Blue Kitchen | Godrej United | Artis Interiorz | Bangalore

Artis Interiorz Pvt. Ltd.

Design ideas for a small contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Bengaluru with an undermount sink, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors, multiple islands, beige floor and white benchtop.

Modern Farmhouse

Christine Donner Kitchen Design Inc.

Looking into the U shape kitchen area, with tiled back wall, butternut floating shelves and brass library lamps. The base cabinets are BM Midnight. The countertop is honed Imperial Danby marble.

CUBRO / Lavapiés

pfronts

This is an example of a small scandinavian single-wall open plan kitchen in Madrid with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, no island, blue floor, brown benchtop and recessed.

Log Cabin gets a Blue Kitchen

Lampert Lumber - Rice Lake

The coziest of log cabins got a hint of the lake with these blue cabinets. Integrating antiques and keeping a highly functional space was top priority for this space. Features include painted blue cabinets, white farm sink, and white & gray quartz countertops.

Kensington Addition

AXIS ARCHITECTS

Design ideas for a small midcentury galley eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, medium hardwood floors and brown benchtop.

Transitional Cottage Kitchen in Ann Arbor, Michigan

Forward Design Build Remodel

A love of bread making in this family meant they needed multiple prep areas and better storage solutions.
Inspiration for a small beach style galley eat-in kitchen in Detroit with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Navy and White Beach Cottage- circa 1945

Woodsman Kitchens and Floors

This 1940's beach cottage has been renovated to include the orginal floors, doors and vintage glass door knobs. The owner collaborated with Terri Dubose @ Woodsman Kitchens and Floors. The combination of navy and white inset furniture grade cabinets with the white marbled quartz top, subway tile, ship lap, shutters and brass accents all complete this classic coastal style.

White Arrow Rowhouse

Scherr's Cabinets & Doors Inc

https://www.remodelista.com/posts/buzzfeed-peggy-wang-house-tour-renovation-on-a-budget/ Scherr's #400 Style Doors, Painted Dark Blue

Modern Twist on Traditional

Nystrom Design

Balancing modern architectural elements with traditional Edwardian features was a key component of the complete renovation of this San Francisco residence. All new finishes were selected to brighten and enliven the spaces, and the home was filled with a mix of furnishings that convey a modern twist on traditional elements. The re-imagined layout of the home supports activities that range from a cozy family game night to al fresco entertaining. Architect: AT6 Architecture Builder: Citidev Photographer: Ken Gutmaker Photography

Navy Yard Galley with bar area

Claire Queeney Hsu

Open galley kitchen that is perfect for entertaining. Co-ordinating layered light fixtures all have crystal aspects. The stone/glass mosaic tile backsplash gives the space a little glitter above and below the cabinets. Porcelain tile floor is elegant and rugged. The custom, three panel closet door adds reflected light and the feeling of more space. Photos by Shelly Harrison

Pantry in Blue

Curate by Tara

Mekenzie France Photography
Small transitional single-wall kitchen in Charlotte with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, blue splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances and medium hardwood floors.

Contemporary Seaside Kitchen

Florida Designer Cabinetry

Miralis cabinets in white milk shake acrylic with a custom color high gloss lacquer Countertops Pompeii quartz white lightning with Blanco diamond metallic grey sink and Blanco satin nickel faucet and soap dispenser. Ann Sacks backsplash tile Sub-zero refrigerator Wolf ovens and hood vent Bosch dishwasher

Victorian Town House

Tristan Goff Handcrafted Furniture

Tristan Goff
Inspiration for a small traditional u-shaped separate kitchen in Cambridgeshire with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances and linoleum floors.

PROJET MS - Du Havre

L'ATELIER VĒ

Inspiration for a small modern u-shaped separate kitchen in Montreal with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, grey floor and white benchtop.

A Classic Pastel Blue Kitchen

The Pentland Kitchen Company

When we first met our client from New Craighall, Edinburgh, she told us that she wanted to add light to her kitchen. She has failing eyesight and was finding it increasingly difficult to prepare meals in her dark kitchen. Our designer suggested a classic pastel blue colour scheme to help reflect light and make the space feel brighter. We maximised the natural light from the window and patio doors by using light-reflecting colours and materials. We used Mornington cabinet doors in Ives Blue paired with a Fjord Green carcass and white Calacatta Aurum quartz worktops. We also installed ceiling spotlights to brighten the space even more. To make the kitchen more functional, we created a task area as a breakfast bar so our client can have ample space to prepare meals. We opted for an oak worktop for the breakfast bar to add interest to the room. This matches the rest of the wood accents in the space, such as the corner shelves and the worktop on the kitchen dresser. Lastly, we installed Neff appliances throughout the kitchen to ensure it is fully equipped for cooking and entertaining. The result is a timeless, light, and airy kitchen, despite its relatively small size.

Kingswood Base | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space | NJ

Flooret

Tones of golden oak and walnut, with sparse knots to balance the more traditional palette. With the Modin Collection, we have raised the bar on luxury vinyl plank. The result is a new standard in resilient flooring. Modin offers true embossed in register texture, a low sheen level, a rigid SPC core, an industry-leading wear layer, and so much more.

Lake House Kitchen Make-over

Zobel & Co. Kitchens

Acrylic handles make a grand statement
Photo of a small transitional l-shaped kitchen in Other with beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, with island and white benchtop.

Upper West Side | Agile Renovation

Bolster

Kitchen renovation in a pre-war apartment on the Upper West Side
This is an example of a small midcentury galley separate kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, no island, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

New studio Glasnevin

Dee Design

Design ideas for a small contemporary galley kitchen in Dublin with an integrated sink, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, concrete benchtops, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors, with island and brown benchtop.

Small Kitchen with Blue Cabinets 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!