Kitchen/Diner with Blue Worktops Ideas and Designs

This kitchen features Brighton Cabinetry with Lincoln Raised door style and Natural Red Birch cabinets. The countertops are Blue Fantasy granite.
Inspiration for a large classic l-shaped kitchen/diner in DC Metro with a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite worktops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, beige floors and blue worktops.

Liberty 01 - Kitchen & Dining Room

Gold Leaf Ventures/Construction

U shaped kitchen, modern style
Classic u-shaped kitchen/diner in Raleigh with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, blue splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, no island and blue worktops.

Menlo Park Custom Addition and Remodel

Phillip Price Construction

Inspiration for a large traditional l-shaped kitchen/diner in San Francisco with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite worktops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, multi-coloured floors and blue worktops.

Hilton British Cottage

Aeris Home

If I were to explain the atmosphere in this home, I’d say it’s happy. Natural light, unbelievable view of Lake Murray, the mountains, the green hills, the sky – I used those natural colors as inspiration to come up with a palette for this project. As a result, we were brave enough to go with 3 cabinet colors (natural, oyster and olive), a gorgeous blue granite that’s named Azurite (a very powerful crystal), new appliance layout, raised ceiling, and a hole in the wall (butler’s window) … quite a lot, considering that client’s original goal was to just reface the existing cabinets (see before photos). This remodel turned out to be the most accurate representation of my clients, their way of life and what they wanted to highlight in a space so dear to them. You truly feel like you’re in an English countryside cottage with stellar views, quaint vibe and accessories suitable for any modern family. We love the final result and can’t get enough of that warm abundant light!

A Classic Blue-Gray Farmhouse Kitchen

Cambria

A Parys island is a stunning focal point, offering gleaming blue and gray natural quartz tones in this classic farmhouse. Swanbridge perimeter countertops and white cabinetry brighten the space, complemented by light gray subway tile and dark gray walls. Silver lantern pendants highlight the blue-gray island focal point.

Artistic Mix | Beaverton Kitchen Remodel

Mountainwood Homes

The kitchen island features a microwave drawer and stacking refrigerator drawers.
Photo of a large traditional u-shaped kitchen/diner in Portland with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, integrated appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and blue worktops.

Rhapsody in Blue

Sycamore Kitchens & More

"We would LOVE a FUNCTIONAL Blue and White kitchen please!" stated the clients who longed for a kitchen that the whole family can cook in. Kristin, our Senior Designer was only too happy to oblige. Using an inset cabinetry selected by the client, Kristin worked her magic. She created an expansive Blue island complete with a prep sink so "no more waiting in line to use the sink!" In addition, the cooktop was relocated from the island to provide additional prep and entertaining space. Plus, an intimate seating area was created. Of course, a beautiful shade of blue was selected for the island. On the perimeter of the kitchen, the refrigeration was separated to provide easy, quick access to the abundance of fresh vegetables needed for each meal, and were paneled to be pleasing to the eye. A speed oven and a convection oven are perfect for the wonderful baked breads, cakes, cookies and casseroles created by this family. A wine area took the place of a desk creating a drink station while entertaining. A beautiful quartzite with rich blue veins was painstakingly selected to tie in the entire space and a textured subway tile completed the look. Rhapsody in Blue= Family Harmony!

Condo - dramatic changes

Partners 4, Design

Medium sized traditional l-shaped kitchen/diner in Minneapolis with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, engineered stone countertops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and blue worktops.

Outdoor Chef's Kitchen

Showcase Kitchens

The main challenge was to outfit this space with all the appliances the owner needed plus an eleven-foot-wide masonry hearth for cooking large pieces of meat, etc. and being able to vent it properly.

Karen's Kitchens

Hancock Lumber Kitchen Design Showroom

Photo of a medium sized eclectic l-shaped kitchen/diner in Portland Maine with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, composite countertops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring, an island, multi-coloured floors and blue worktops.

Kitchen Refurbishment in Centennial

Natasha Sanchez/ Featured Interiors

A kitchen refurbishment with a revised layout- removing the peninsula and moving the sink and dishwasher to a new larger island, and removing a corner closet pantry allowing to widen the space with new cabinet pantries. The room is mostly light with a subtle Blue Andes teal blue stone island countertop and backsplash tiles, with contrasting Mont Blanc stone counters and island die. The added black and gold hardware and lighting accentuate the new faucets, and mix well with all of the new appliances. The niche now serves as a dry bar with custom wood shelves to compliment the new shelves inside the kitchen. Lighting was added all around to brighten each zone.

Emigration Overlook

Creative Design Cabinetry

A modern update to this condo built in 1966 with a gorgeous view of Emigration Canyon in Salt Lake City. Concrete structural columns and walls were an obstacle to incorporate into the design. White conversion varnish finish on maple raised panel doors. Counter top is Blue Flowers granite with mitered edge. Walnut floating shelves with recessed led lighting.

Homearama 2014

Kitchen Thyme Design Studio Inc.

Kitchen Thyme Design Studio Inc.
This is an example of a medium sized traditional l-shaped kitchen/diner in New York with a belfast sink, beaded cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and blue worktops.

Closet turned Pantry

Cabinets & Granite Solutions, LLC

Medium sized nautical u-shaped kitchen/diner with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, blue splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, brown floors and blue worktops.

Atlanta BLUE kitchen

Rosa Moreno Kitchens

Inspiration for a small bohemian l-shaped kitchen/diner in Atlanta with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, engineered stone countertops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, brown floors and blue worktops.

Emigration Overlook

Creative Design Cabinetry

Divinity Shaker Kitchen

Miramar Kitchen and Bath

Design ideas for a large classic l-shaped kitchen/diner in San Diego with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured splashback, stone tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, an island, grey floors and blue worktops.

Сталинка в Челябинске.

Марина Кутепова

Medium sized l-shaped kitchen/diner in Other with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, composite countertops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, beige floors, blue worktops and exposed beams.

Modern Nautical Kitchen & Bar

J&J Carpet One Floor & Home

Sink: Blanco, Diamond Undermount Double Basin Silgranit sink with a low divide in Metallic Gray. Countertops: Cambria quartz in Mayfair with an eased edge.

Hilton British Cottage

Aeris Home

Kitchen/Diner with Blue 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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