How to Design a Blue Kitchen

Accessories can be pretty as well as useful.

Kitchens are generally busy rooms in the home where we dash through on our way out the door or gather as a family to talk about our day. The color blue has a calming effect and may be the right color choice in a busy household. Since blue is a cool color, a warmer secondary color balances out the color scheme.

Things You'll Need

• Blue semi-gloss paint
• Backsplash
• Medium blue paint
• Glass cabinet fronts
• White curtains
• Cobalt glassware
• Decorative plates
• Plate wall hangers
• Appliance covers

Instructions

1. Paint the walls light blue in a semi-gloss paint finish. Semi-gloss paint cleans better than flat paint -- a necessity in the kitchen.

2. Install a tile backsplash above the countertop, stove top and sink area. Design a checkered pattern to include blue, white and a third color choice. A touch of yellow will brighten the kitchen and add warmth to the blue.

3. Paint the outside of cabinets white and the interior medium blue. Replace solid cabinet doors with glass fronts.

4. Hang white curtains with blue trim. Cafe curtains are an attractive style for kitchens.

5. Exhibit cobalt glassware in the open space between the cabinets and ceiling. Display stemware in groups of three, rather than displaying them in a straight line. Set plates in display stands to show off their beauty.

6. Hang decorative plates from the wall using wall hangers. Choose designs with fancy blue trim or pictures.

7. Hide small appliances with blue covers. Use different shades of blue if more than one appliance is covered.

8. Place a blue ceramic pitcher on the countertop to hold often-used utensils.

References

• Home Designing: Blue Kitchens