Blue Kitchen with Granite Worktops Ideas and Designs

Randall, Cliddesden, Basingstoke, Hampshire Kitchen Project

Rhona and David Randall’s 1986 home near Basingstoke, North Hampshire originally had a kitchen with a separate utility room attached, which meant that their kitchen space was somewhat limited to being a functional kitchen and not the kitchen, dining, living space that they could use to entertain friends and family in. It was important to then create a new utility space for the family within the newly enlarged kitchen dining room, and Rhona commented: “Mark then designed in a Utility/Laundry Cupboard that is now hidden away behind bi-fold doors and is a much better use of space and now has our washing machine, tumble dryer and water softener. It was also his idea to take off the kitchen door leading into the hallway, which now gives a better flow to the room. Mark then designed in another bi-fold door to hide away the big fridge freezer and to use part of that area for coats.”

Interesting blue gray granite adorns large island.

Blue Poppy Design

Detail of the beautiful granite. This granite became the focal point of the remodel. There is much movement & color in this unique piece of stone. It set the tone of the rest of the kitchen remodel. Photo by Casey Lorz.

2016 Parade of Homes

DJF Builders Inc

Design ideas for a classic l-shaped kitchen in Raleigh with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island and granite worktops.

WASHINGTON WAY

Interior Particulier

Design ideas for a small contemporary u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Los Angeles with a submerged sink, granite worktops, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar, brown floors, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets and grey worktops.

Coastal Kitchen

Irwin Construction, LLC

Chris Taylor
Inspiration for a large nautical l-shaped kitchen in Dallas with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring, an island and brown floors.

Kitchen Cabinet's

John Bice Custom Woodwork & Trim

Designed by: Studio H +H Architects Built by: John Bice Custom Woodwork & Trim
This is an example of a large modern grey and white u-shaped kitchen/diner in Houston with an island, a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl flooring, multi-coloured floors, multicoloured worktops, a vaulted ceiling and metro tiled splashback.

Zahn Remodel

ALPINE CABINETRY LLC

Design ideas for a rustic u-shaped kitchen/diner in Minneapolis with raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite worktops and stainless steel appliances.

Pullman Custom Classic Home

Tara Lew Interiors

Design ideas for a medium sized traditional galley open plan kitchen in Boise with a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, marble splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, brown floors and black worktops.

Rustic Craftsman - Jackson's Grant on William's Creek

Old Town Design Group

The deep brown cabinets warm this rustic kitchen. A perfect mixture of the colors peaking through the granite's surface are matched to the two-toned cabinets. Photo Credit: Thomas Graham

Custom Cabinets & Countertop

BC Granite

Cabinet Style: 2 1/4" Shaker with inside ogee profile. Cabinet Color: Benjamin Moore - Cloud White Door Style: Shaker with inside Ogee edge. Drawer Case: Dovetail Birch. Hinges & Glides: Blume Soft Close. Countertop: Brown Fantasy Granite

Rodgers Kitchen

Turan Designs, Inc.

Traditional White and Black Kitchen
Large classic u-shaped kitchen/diner in Atlanta with raised-panel cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a belfast sink, white cabinets, granite worktops, multi-coloured splashback, stone tiled splashback, medium hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, brown floors and beige worktops.

Kitchen Pantry & Landing Space

KraftMaster Renovations

Blueberry english kitchen with white kitchen appliances, slate floor tile and zellige tile backsplash.
Design ideas for a small u-shaped enclosed kitchen in New York with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, white appliances, slate flooring, no island, grey floors and black worktops.

Placida Rd.

Stylecraft Cabinetry and Construction, Inc.

Coastal Kitchen with custom maple cabinetry painted Revel Blue. Custom open shelving with pantry. Pantry cabinetry with Vesica Mullion mirrored doors.

Classic Nautical

Karen Rothen Interior Design

Photo of a large beach style l-shaped kitchen in Jacksonville with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.

Bellagio Kitchen and Breakfast Nook

Turnstyle Design

Twist Tours
Photo of an expansive mediterranean u-shaped open plan kitchen in Austin with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, granite worktops, blue splashback, marble splashback, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring, multiple islands, grey floors and grey worktops.

Atlanta Kitchen remodel

Construction Ahead

Nelson Salivia
Inspiration for a classic l-shaped kitchen/diner in Atlanta with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.

ventura keys home

Andrews fine cabinets and millwork

staff
Inspiration for a large nautical u-shaped kitchen pantry in Los Angeles with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, granite worktops, blue splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring and an island.

Hacienda Kitchen

Danielle Jacques Designs LLC

2nd Place Kitchen in the ASID Design Excellence Awards 2011 by Danielle Jacques Designs LLC
This is an example of a medium sized classic single-wall open plan kitchen in Phoenix with recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite worktops, orange splashback, ceramic splashback, coloured appliances, terracotta flooring and an island.

Kitchen & Dining Room

ING Construction

Malibu, CA - Complete Home Remodel / Kitchen area Installation of hardwood flooring, kitchen island, cabinets, base molding, appliances, countertops, backsplash, recessed lighting and a fresh paint to finish.

White Plains Penthouse

Bilotta Kitchen & Home

This bold and blue traditional kitchen was designed by Bilotta’s Jeni Spaeth with Interior Designer Jane Bell of Jane Bell Interiors. Designed for a bachelor’s penthouse, the view from the apartment spectacularly overlooks Westchester County with sights as far as Manhattan. Featuring Bilotta Collection Cabinetry in a 1” thick door, the design team strayed far from the classic white kitchen and opted for a regal shade of blue on the perimeter and natural walnut on the island. The color palette is further emphasized by the polished Blue Bahia granite top on the island and beautifully accented by the pops of gold used for the decorative hardware. The focal point of the kitchen is the Cornu Fe range, the Albertine model in black with satin nickel and polished brass accents. The accompanying hood is a custom design by Rangecraft in brushed stainless with satin gold elements. The countertop and backsplash surrounding the hearth area are in soft beige tones, a needed contrast to the darker hues of the cabinets and range. The L-shaped layout, with seating at the island, allows for wide-open views into the adjoining rooms and to the city below through the floor-to-ceiling windows.

Blue Kitchen with Granite Worktops Ideas and Designs

Want to discover beautiful kitchen ideas to inspire your new kitchen design? You’ve come to the right place. You can discover millions of kitchen designs and ideas; from kitchen islands and storage units, to all sorts of kitchen lighting ideas, such as pendant lighting or under cabinet lighting. Whether you want inspiration for all-in-one fitted kitchen designs, some small kitchen ideas or maybe just some tips for improving your kitchen decor, there are tons of photos to inspire you for your next kitchen project on Houzz.

What kind of kitchen design should I go for?

With so many kitchen ideas and photos to look at you might be a bit overwhelmed when it comes to picking your own kitchen design. If you are updating your kitchen you know what a big and important decision it is to get the design right – the kitchen can be the hub and heart of the home, and it’s unlikely that you would invest in renovating your kitchen again in a few years. But fear not, focusing first on the important elements like layout, cabinet style, worktops and appliances will help you to bring together your dream kitchen design. Additional elements like kitchen lighting, cupboard storage and decor can come after in the kitchen planning process. A kitchen designer or fitter can help you to decide the layout of your kitchen in terms of where to place your kitchen units, appliances and island (if you’re having one), but if you prefer to handle this yourself you can focus on where you want your key elements of your kitchen to be – the oven, hob, sink and fridge. Of course you might be constricted by space, but try to envisage the easiest and most efficient layout based on how you usually like to cook and prepare your food. If you’re fed up of always having to carry dirty pans and pots across the room to the sink, place the sink closer to your oven and hob. Once you have the core elements sorted, consider extra layout considerations, such as where your bins will be stored, where the cutlery draw should be and where small kitchen appliances can be installed.

Should I include a kitchen island?

Kitchen island ideas are abundant these days; it seems most kitchen designs include a kitchen island, if not multiple islands. However, if the layout doesn’t work, especially if you have a small kitchen, then there’s no necessity to add in a kitchen island. You can add a breakfast bar or counter to your existing kitchen units, or stick with a good old-fashioned dining table if you don’t need the extra work surfaces. That said, if you do have the room, take a look at some kitchen island ideas to see if the designs inspire you for your kitchen. There are a huge variety of island designs to cater to different needs – you can have sinks, ovens, hobs, wine storage and all sorts of drawers and organisers built-in, you can have separate bars and counters that extend from your island, or you could go for a kitchen island on wheels to make your kitchen layout more versatile.

How do I choose my kitchen units and cabinets?

When picking out kitchen units and cupboard styles for a fitted kitchen, you’ll first want to consider the more practical questions – how many units do you need? How many cupboards and drawers do you need? Do you need extra kitchen storage built into your units? It’s always best to overestimate how much kitchen storage you’ll need as we all tend to have a habit of filling up whatever current space we have to the maximum. Next you can consider kitchen cabinet style and colour. Shaker style cabinets and raised and recessed panel cabinets offer a more traditional kitchen cabinet look, while flat panel cabinet doors tend to lend more to the modern and contemporary style. However, going for raised or recessed panel work in a striking colour such as dark blue, green or black can still work with contemporary kitchen ideas. White kitchens can give a sleek and clean feel, but remember you may have to do a bit more cleaning of those cupboard doors if you want everything to stay shiny and fresh. Of course, grey kitchens are the neutral colour choice du jour and can be paired with pale and rich shades alike if you want your fitted kitchen cupboards to contrast with your worktop, splashback, floor, or all of the above. Exposed shelving and storage is also popular for eclectic, Scandi and industrial-inspired looks, so you could opt for glass-fronted cabinets or no wall-mounted cabinets at all. Remember that this will require more restraint in what you can store and more effort in keeping it looking presentable compared to what is stored away hastily behind cupboard doors. The kitchen cupboard handles are also another element to decide upon – do you want traditional round knobs, modern metal bars, country kitchen cup handles or maybe to go ultra sleek with a completely handleless kitchen?

What kitchen storage ideas should I consider?

If you want to keep your kitchen well-stocked and well-equipped but don’t want it spilling over with clutter, then you’ll need to rely on good kitchen storage. Apart from the usual fitted kitchen cupboards and drawer space, there are many other ways of keeping your kitchen tidy. Whilst a large kitchen pantry is the dream of most homeowners, it can’t always be a reality. However, there are now lots of pull out compartments and drawers with trays and shelving that can act as mini kitchen pantries, and you can install handy cupboard organisers that fit onto the inside of the door to make the most of your cupboard space. You can also look at corner drawers and cupboards that open up to reveal lots of extra storage. Rails or small shelves along your kitchen walls or splashback can help with hanging utensils or pans, or storing small items like herbs and spices in an usually empty space. Buy extra kitchen storage products for your home on Houzz

Are there small kitchen ideas for small spaces?

If you’re working with a galley kitchen, a one-wall kitchen in an open plan space or just a pretty small kitchen, there are some small kitchen ideas that can help you get the most out of your cooking and dining area. If you find that you don’t utilise the back of your cupboards (maybe they become the graveyard for out-of-date tin cans), you could decide to go with shallower kitchen units to free up some extra floor space in front of your cabinets. As mentioned, open shelving or glass-fronted cabinets are a popular trend and they should make the space feel more open and less boxed-in. However, if you have the capacity for it, cupboards and kitchen units that maximise the floor-to-ceiling space you have will mean you can use all of that for valuable kitchen storage. Wall or ceiling racks could be a useful solution for hanging pans and pots if you’ve run out of cupboards in which to store them. Kitchen ideas and accessories such as baskets, trolleys and storage jars are both aesthetically pleasing and practical as they give you extra storage space. Kitchen appliances like a fridge or dishwasher can be tucked away in built-in units in fitted kitchens so they blend into your layout and don’t make the space look crowded. Discover all the small kitchen ideas you could need by taking a look at photos of compact kitchens.

What sort of kitchen lighting should I go for?

In the kitchen you need to have practical lighting – no one wants to chop, cut and cook in a dingy room. Kitchen ceiling lights are probably the best way to go, but should you opt for recessed spotlights or traditional hanging ceiling lights? While spotlight LED kitchen lighting will give you excellent light, they may not fit with a design that’s not contemporary. Traditional chandelier lights could work for other kitchen styles, and of course, kitchen pendant lighting comes in all sorts of styles, colours and designs. While the popular choice is to go with one or two pendant lights over your kitchen island, you could also opt for a single pendant light over your dining space, or a few spaced out across your kitchen. Of course, if you want good lighting for your worktops, under-cabinet lighting is the way forward. Speak to your kitchen supplier about having this pre-installed, or there are a number of easy-install options you can fit yourself or with the help of a lighting expert or electrician. In the market for your kitchen lighting today? Once you’ve found some inspiring kitchen lighting ideas here, take a look at our kitchen lighting products to find the new lights for your kitchen project.

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