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47 Stunning Blue Room Ideas for Every Style

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Fantastic Frank

Blue is a versatile color that can work with any style and in every room in your house—from the bedroom to the living room, dining room, baby room, or laundry room. While a blue room can be a relaxing, tranquil space, it can also lend a bold look or a moody feel, depending on the shade.

Create a coastal look with royal blue and crisp white. Wash the walls of a traditional bedroom in a pale robin’s egg blue for a fresh and luminous feel. Or paint the walls of your TV room or home office in a dark navy to create a meditative mood.

If you are looking for some blue inspiration, click through these blue room ideas that show off the color in all its versatility and splendor.

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    Paint Walls in a Muted Blue

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    @house.of.fox / Instagram

    This living room from House of Fox is a great example of how blue can look both classic and traditional, but also trendy and modern. A muted, darker shade of blue such as Farrow & Ball's Hague Blue is a great shade to create a simple palette that works well with neutrals such as gray or white.

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    Paint Cabinets Dusty Blue

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    @erinkestenbaum / Instagram

    Blue is a great color choice to add a punch of personality to your kitchen while still maintaining a neutral and subtle look. Pair with light countertops and backsplash for a classic style and feel. This kitchen from Erin Kestenbaum features a dusty blue that is the perfect alternative to a standard white kitchen.

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    Pair Blue and Pink

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    @halfpaintedhouse / Instagram

    Pink and blue are a lovely alternative to a blue-and-white color palette and work well in an eclectic space. Opt for colors with similar undertones (think two cool, muted shades) so they don't compete for attention. If you're hunting for a perfect color to pair with your blue walls, consider a dusty pink as seen in this room from Half Painted House.

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    Add Bright Blue Wallpaper

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    @longburnhouse / Instagram

    If you haven't used wallpaper in your house, now is a perfect time to play around with a graphic, bold pattern. The whimsical bright blue wallpaper in this space from Long Burn House adds a fun pattern and an instant focal point.

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    Try a Dark Navy Blue

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    @the_house_we_wished_for / Instagram

    It's no secret that blue is a popular choice for a kid's bedroom, but this room from The House We Wished For proves exactly why. The deep navy shade paired with the lighter neutrals gives this room a lovely contrast.

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    Paint Trim Robin's Egg Blue

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    @nest_number_9 / Instagram

    A textured wall like this one from Nest Number 9 is eye-catching on its own, but add a coat of robin's egg blue paint it becomes a work of art all by itself.

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    Paint the Living Room Teal

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    @thelittlegoldhouse / Instagram

    Blue is one of those shades that can feel funky and bold or quiet and subtle, depending on the shade. If you want to experiment with a bolder shade of blue, start with an accent wall or a nook. This bright room from The Little Gold House features a luscious shade of teal that, when paired with a rich orange, feels vintage and eclectic.

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    Accent Navy With Brass

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    Design by Mowery Marsh Architects / Photo by Haris Kenjar

    Gold and blue are a perfect classic color combo that works wonderfully in a kitchen or a bathroom. This trendy blue bathroom from Mowery Marsh Architects not only does the navy trend well but it also incorporates gold-toned brass finishes that look beautiful when paired with this deep shade of cool blue.

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    Paint It Periwinkle Blue

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    thehousethatcolourbuilt / Instagram

    Painting a built-in unit can help create a uniform look in your space and even create an instant focal point. Try painting a bookshelf or a fireplace a shade of blue that pops for an easy makeover with a lot of personality. This bedroom from The House That Color Built features a built-in wardrobe painted in periwinkle blue for a soothing and luminous feel with a purple undertone.

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    Install a Blue Accent Wall

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    @fixingupnumbertwelve / Instagram

    An accent wall is a great way to add visual interest to any room in your house, like this living room from Fixing Up Number Twelve. Navy is a wonderful choice for an accent wall because it's a strong hue that can stand alone, but still feels classic and pairs wonderfully with nearly any other decor in your space.

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    Try a Blue-Green Shade

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    @our_leyburn_home / Instagram

    If you're into midcentury modern decor, blue is a great shade to incorporate, like the muted greenish-blue shade used in this bedroom from Our Leyburn Home that complements the furniture and accessories. Opt for a dusty or muted shade to complement vintage pieces.

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    Paint Built-Ins Cool Blue

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    @everyday_modern_life / Instagram

    Adding built-in bookshelves to your den or living room instantly adds functionality and a space to display objects and decor. This den from Everyday Modern Life features a built-in painted in a cool blue shade that adds depth to the space.

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    Paint the Dining Room Navy

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    Lisa Fleming Design / Photo by Raquel Langworthy

    Navy is a traditional color for a dining space because it lends a formal feel that doesn't feel stuffy or overdressed. Try a deep navy like this one from Lisa Fleming Design. Pairing it with natural wood or white accessories gives it a coastal, timeless feel.

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    Paint a Sky Blue Mural

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    @hudson_and_harlow / Instagram

    This space-themed room from Hudson and Harlow is the perfect inspiration for your next kids' room makeover, with a hanging solar system mobile and a sky blue murals on the wall.

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    Layer Shades of Blue

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    @tasha.kaleidoscope / Instagram

    Pair a deep blue wall with lighter shades of blue throughout the space to add dimension to a dining room. This beautiful dining room from Tasha Kaleidoscope mixes different shades of blue from baby blue to medium blue and navy on walls, decor, and furniture to give it texture and create visual interest.

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    Try a Moody Blue Bedroom

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    Desiree Burns Interiors

    Paint the walls of your bedroom in a deep dusty blue for an enveloping feel. This calming bedroom from Desiree Burns Interiors is a study in tonal blues and shades of white notes that give it a cozy and moody coastal cottage ambiance.

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    Drench the Kitchen in Blue

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    Fantastic Frank

    Drench your kitchen in the same shade of blue for a sleek modern look. In this Scandinavian kitchen from Fantastic Frank, a cool shade of medium-toned matte blue is washed over the flat-front European-style cabinetry, backsplash, and lower cabinetry that creates a vibrant but minimalist feel.

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    Try Royal or Cobalt Blue

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    Tyler Karu Design + Interiors / Photo by Erin Little

    Assertive royal verging on cobalt blue wall paint, framed artwork, a taxidermy bird, and formal furniture create a traditional atmosphere in this sitting area from Tyler Karu Design and Interiors.

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    Paint Shiplap Turquoise

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    Louis Duncan-He Designs / Photo by Heather Dunbar

    Painting the shiplap wall behind the bed in an electric turquoise blue shade adds a modern edge to this bedroom from Louis Duncan-He Designs.

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    Try an Antique Powder Blue

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    deVOL Kitchens

    Blue can look modern or traditional depending on the shade and the space. This charming English kitchen from deVOL Kitchens is painted in a powdery antique matte blue that complements the classic architecture.

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    Try a Fresh Silvery Blue

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    Fantastic Frank

    A cool, silvery blue-gray will create a light and breezy feel in a modern bedroom. This Scandinavian bedroom from Fantastic Frank is washed in pale shades of silvery blue and gray for a luminous and relaxing effect.

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    Paint the Fireplace Blue

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    Mary Patton Interiors

    Create an instant focal point in your living room with a bold blue fireplace. Mary Patton Interiors painted the imposing wood fireplace in a glossy shade of peacock blue that complements the cognac leather and wood accents in the room and echoes the blue color scheme carried throughout the home.

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    Mix Two Shades of Blue

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    Tyler Karu Design + Interiors / Photo by Erin Little

    Painting adjoining spaces in different shades of blue will create variation and interest while maintaining cohesion, like this hallway and sitting room from Tyler Karu Design + Interiors.

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    Accent With Blue

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    Design by Louis Duncan-He Designs / Photo by Heather Dunbar

    An easy way to add some color to a neutral interior without making over the whole house is to introduce strong color accents in concentrated doses. A saturated turquoise rug adds energy and memorable color to this home office from Louis Duncan-He Designs.

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    Paint the Twin Room Blue

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    Mary Patton Interiors

    In this whimsical twin room from Mary Patton Interiors, robin's egg blue walls make a nice backdrop for airy canopy bed frames, while a blue-green overdyed rug on the floor adds vibrancy.

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    Paint Cabinets Smoky Blue

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    Michelle Berwick Design

    Medium-toned matte navy blue custom cabinetry gives this kitchen from Michelle Berwick Design a tailored look that pairs well with shiny gold-toned fixtures, deep navy velvet upholstered bar stools, and pale stone countertops and wood accents.

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    Paint Walls and Ceiling Blue

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    Mary Patton Interiors

    Saturated blue painted walls and ceiling create a relaxing backdrop for this family room from Mary Patton Interiors. Bold patterns on the pouf and windows shades, and bright color accents on the wall and the upholstery give the room a lively, family-friendly feel.

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    Define Zones With Blue

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    Design by Kate Marker Interiors / Stoffer Photography

    In this long galley-style combination mud and laundry room, Kate Marker Interiors created continuity with deep saturated blue paint on cabinetry, shiplap walls, and the casing around the appliances that unifies the dual-purpose space.

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    Mix Blue With Hot Pink

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    Erin Williamson Design

    Vibrant blue walls add personality to this midcentury modern remodel from Erin Williamson Design, making the curvy white sofa and midcentury wall art pop. A hot pink vintage patterned rug adds contrast and another colorful layer to the mix.

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    Try Blue Wainscoting

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    Tyler Karu Design + Interiors / Photo by Erin Little

    A fresh coat of blue paint on the wainscoting of this historic Maine bathroom renovation from Tyler Karu Design and Interiors highlights the wood trim and complements the patterned floor tile and wall art.

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    Pair Dark and Light Blue

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    Design by Louis Duncan-He Designs / Photo by Genevieve Renee Photography

    Using two tones of blue on the arched details of this dining room from Louis Duncan-He Designs creates depth that helps the high-placed windows to look more integrated. Mustard accents provide contrast.

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    Try a Midnight Blue Wall

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    Home Made By Carmona

    Blogger Ursula Carmona of Home Made By Carmona painted the far wall in her living room in a midnight blue shade that helps camouflage the wall-mounted TV. The dark blue wall adds a grounding element to the all-white space that feels relaxing and soothing.

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    Paint Walls Deep Blue

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    Design by Emily Henderson Design / Photo by Zeke Ruelas

    One of the advantages of working from home is being able to paint your walls in any shade you want. This home office from Emily Henderson Design has deep blue walls to promote focus and concentration.

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    Create a Blue Gallery Wall

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    Design by Louis Duncan-He Designs / Photo by Genevieve Renee Photography

    You can paint an accent or gallery wall in any color that you want, but this one from Louis Duncan-He Designs makes the case for using a light shade of blue that creates contrast with black-framed prints and photographs.

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    Choose a Bold Blackish Blue

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    Erin Williamson Design

    This kids' room from Erin Williamson Design has saturated dark blue wall paint that almost reads as black. The deep color helps little ones feel calm and centered, while a ruby red area rug adds an unexpected twist.

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    Mix Ice Blue With Navy

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    Design by Cathie Hong Interiors / Margaret Austin Photo

    This light-flooded kitchen from Cathie Hong Interiors mixes gleaming ice blue backsplash tile with matte navy paint on the island that helps animate the space, a mix of midcentury modern and farmhouse styles.

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    Hang Blue Wallpaper

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    Casa Watkins Living

    This small laundry room from Casa Watkins Living comes to life with bold patterned wallpaper in shades of blue that gives the utilitarian space a refreshing dose of bohemian style.

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    Paint the TV Wall Blue

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    Louis Duncan-He Designs / Genevieve Renee Photography

    Louis Duncan-He Designs painted the wall above the fireplace mantel in dark blue to help camouflage the flatscreen TV, painting the walls above the built-ins on either side in a paler shade as a backdrop for colorful art.

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    Mix Matte and Glossy Blue

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    Tyler Karu Design + Interiors / Photo by Erin Little

    This historic house dining room from Tyler Karu Design + Interiors has an old world feel, with saturated royal blue wall paint, a formal dining table, and a copper-toned ceiling that adds contrast and relief and will glow when the candles are lit. The matte wall paint is contrasted with high-gloss door and window trim for a dimensional feel.

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    Add Moroccan Blue Tile

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    Design by Michelle Boudreau Design

    In addition to paint, you can use blue tile to decorate a kitchen, bathroom, or living room. This spacious living room from Michelle Boudreau Design uses bold shades of blue and Moroccan-inspired pattern and tile to create a statement feature wall.

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    Choose a Midtone Blue

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    Design by Emily Henderson Design / Photo by Sara Ligorria-Tramp

    Choose a midtone blue for a bathroom that mixes old and new decor. This bathroom from Emily Henderson Design has milky matte blue walls that create a tranquil feel and provide a backdrop for both modern appliances and vintage art.

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    Accent Blue Walls With Gold

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    Tyler Karu Design + Interiors / Photo by Erin Little

    Gold accents on the modern chandelier and gilded picture frame of this dining room from Tyler Karu Design + Interiors pop like beams of sunlight against the midnight blue walls.

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    Try Blue Bedding

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    Fantastic Frank

    This cozy bedroom from Fantastic Frank has wood accents, slanted ceilings, calming blue wall paint, and shades of blue on the bedding that helps to create a whole blue mood.

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    Add Pale Blue Cabinetry

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    Whitney Parkinson Design

    In this functional, spacious laundry room from Whitney Parkinson Design, traditional Shaker cabinetry painted in a luminous light blue provides a hint of color. Silver cabinet pulls and a stainless steel portable island base creates a fresh and cool feel that suits the space.

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    Choose a Dreamy Blue

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    Brexton Cole Interiors

    This bedroom from Brexton Cole Interiors pairs a dreamy shade of pale blue on the walls with white trim and beige and black accents to create a quietly elegant feel.

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    Play With Blue Patterns

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    Emily Henderson Design / Photo by Sara Ligorria-Tramp

    This playroom from Emily Henderson Design mixes a range of solid shades and patterns of blue to create a laid back but stylish space that kids and adults alike can feel good in and enjoy.

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    Paint the Ceiling Blue

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    Jessica Nelson Design / Carina Skrobecki Photography

    Turn your laundry room into a calming oasis with two-tone blue paint on the ceiling and cabinetry. Jessica Nelson Design paired rich peacock blue tones with traditional wallpaper and black countertops for a traditional feel.

What colors go with a blue room? 

Blue is a versatile color that pairs well with neutrals like white, gray, brown, or beige. Accent blue walls with white wood trim for a coastal feel. Create contrast by pairing blue with orange, yellow, or pink. Or mix shades of blue and green for a nature-inspired feel.

Is blue a good color for the bedroom? 

Blue is an excellent choice for a bedroom. Choose a light blue for walls for a calming, cool, refreshing feel that is similar to white but has a hint more color. Drench the walls and ceiling in a darker shade for a cocooning effect. 

What color blue makes a room look bigger? 

A pale and luminous shade of light blue will make a room look bigger and brighter. Pair with white trim, neutral bedding, and pale wood flooring and furniture for a light and airy feel. Hang a decorative mirror to reflect and bounce around light.