15 Ideas For Incorporating Trendy Blues And Greens Into Your Kitchen

When it comes to kitchen design, blues and greens are some of the "it" colors. Potential homebuyers prefer darker, earthier shades in the kitchen – especially olive green — which is a fresh change from all-white kitchens that have dominated the last few years. These richer tones add depth and drama that can easily fit most home styles, like vintage, cottage, modern, and transitional. Darker, saturated shades, like emerald green, navy, and teal, are taking center stage, but that doesn't mean the lighter, coastal hues have been left behind. If you're planning to drench your kitchen in greens or blues, you can find a palette that brings your kitchen to life — many in ways that don't require a major reno.

Blue and green tones can be sprinkled into your decor through paint, backsplash, lights, or accent pieces. Kitchens with warm wood tones, natural stone, marble, or metal hardware like brass, copper, or stainless steel, look flawless with richer colors. Using moody tones on a kitchen island or lower cabinets grounds the room right away. Softer colors in the backsplash or lighting can add flair, without a major commitment. Plus, small details like dishes, chair fabrics, and countertop appliances can change how your kitchen feels.

Whichever color you decide to go with, there are a slew of ways to incorporate blues and greens to improve your kitchen's style. Even if you can't decide between the two, there's a color trend that doesn't force you to choose.

Adding countertop accessories is a simple way to bring trendy blues and greens to your kitchen without a total reno. Accessories like ceramic utensil holders, toasters, stand mixers, vases, clocks, and cookware in colors like sage, navy, or soft teal are full of personality and function. Plus, without the big investment, they're easy to swap out if your tastes change. When they're used with neutral-colored cabinets, they instantly pop without stealing the show. 

Window treatments can be both a subtle and impactful decor element to use in the kitchen. Roman shades, cafe curtains, or long flowing drapes in dark green, dusty blue, or teal can introduce color without taking over. And when you mix different blue and green shades within the space, you can tie the room together, which creates a cozy vibe without needing any big changes.

Painting your kitchen island is a smart move if you want to play around with bold shades without going all-in with the cabinets. Dark blues, forest greens, or teals can ground the area and make the space feel rich. Since the island is often the first thing people see, it's the best place to start when you want to hop on the blue-green kitchen trend. 

Incorporating colorful appliances in your kitchen is a fun way to invest in the trend. A powder blue fridge, a mint green stove, or a navy blue mixer can draw the eye. These stand-out appliances look fabulous against neutral cabinets and counters, where the colors are intentional. Even smaller appliances with these tones, like a toaster or kettle, can capture the vibe while still being useful. 

Upgrading your kitchen light fixtures is another way to add blues and greens to your space. Teal, powder blue, or emerald green pendant lights can highlight islands and sinks, while trendy colored glass lampshades add depth and character to your whole kitchen. Statement lighting, whether modern, vintage, or mid-century, can layer in pretty colors, making blues and greens feel extra intentional.

Adding paint to your kitchen cabinets lets blues or greens take the spotlight, taking the vibe from plain to lively but remaining practical. Lighter hues like sage, dusty blue, or blue-grey create a chill and inviting mood, while darker shades like emerald green, navy blue, or hunter green add some drama. You can combine them with warm wood accents or brass hardware that make them look right at home in a cozy kitchen. 

A backsplash is a great location for adding blues and greens that make the kitchen instantly pop. Shiny finishes can brighten the room, while matte finishes can bring depth. Whether you pick subway tiles, patterned ceramics, vertical designs — or mix backsplash materials to add contrast — a blue or green backsplash can become the focal point, tying together cabinets, accents, and hardware for a cohesive look.

Wall art can create a totally different, more expressive aesthetic in your kitchen. You can add framed prints, paintings, or drawings with coastal, abstract, or plant themes to mix in some green and blue hues. Wall art adds color without going all the way in with something permanent. Plus, it's easy to swap out artwork or move it to a different room if your taste ever changes. 

Swapping out your kitchen chairs is a quick way to incorporate blues or greens for that pop of color you've been craving. Sky or pale blues can create a calming atmosphere, while rich, jewel-toned greens can make a bold statement inside your kitchen. Colorful chairs help offset neutral cabinets and countertops, giving the kitchen warmth, contrast, and a homey vibe.

The kitchen floor is literally the foundation of your space and offers the perfect opportunity to DIY affordable kitchen floors. You can add blue, green, or a combination of both with patterned vinyl tiles, linoleum, or even hand-painted concrete that integrates color without dominating the space. Floors set the mood for the whole space, and bringing together these hues combines depth with lasting style.

When a kitchen renovation is in your future, consider updating it with blue or green countertops. Materials like quartz, soapstone, or recycled glass can have natural hints of teal, aqua, or jade, making a unique countertop surface for your kitchen. These pretty colors can enhance the whole color scheme, giving your kitchen a fresh, clean, put-together look that balances style with function.

You can make your kitchen space feel cozier with a pretty rug under your feet. Rug patterns with navy, teal, sage, or aqua can wake up a plain kitchen and define certain spots like the sink or food prep area. Flat or washable rugs are perfect for busy kitchens because they're uber easy to care for and create a warmer, more well-designed aesthetic.  

Painted walls can impact the whole aesthetic and offer a flexible way to bring blues or greens into your kitchen. These colors — whether light or dark — can draw attention to details in the room, add contrast to cabinets, or balance different elements. A fresh coat can give your kitchen a uniform and impeccable look without needing major work or monetary commitment. 

Colorful bar stools can bring a pop of color to your kitchen island or counter. They can be a welcome break to plain or neutral cabinets without the worry that they'll take over the space. No matter if you prefer sleek, modern styles or something more vintage-inspired, bar stools with blue or green hues add character and personality, making seating areas the highlight of the kitchen.

Open shelving lets you show off greens and blues in a totally natural way. Stacks of plates, bowls, and cups in a variety of shades add color without any major changes. You could also paint the shelves to frame your everyday items and make them stand out against your plain walls. The touches of color on the shelves give your kitchen will have a layered look that evolves with time.