Getting Down with the Blues

According to Houzz writer Jennifer Ott, neutral tones of white, gray and beige continue to reign supreme when it comes to kitchen color trends. But, she argues, the next most popular color is blue. From connecting to the vibrant watery blues of Maui or keeping it classic with subtle navy, there are many shades of blue to choose from. And there are a myriad of different ways to incorporate the color in your kitchen. For example, gone are the days when your base cabinets had to match your upper cabinets. Many homeowners, in fact, are skipping upper cabinets altogether and replacing them with windows or open shelving. You can also keep your perimeter cabinets a neutral hue and give your island cabinetry the accent color treatment. Like, a blue island really becomes the focal point in a kitchen. But it’s important to consider how the blue color interacts with other elements in the room. There are myriad of options and Jennifer runs through them in her new post!