Blue is a classic color in home decor, it’s widely used in all the styles and all the spaces. Usually we see navy or pastels as navy is as timeless as black, and pastels are loved by those who prefer lighter interiors. But currently the most popular shades are none of that kind: these are bold blues. Cobalt, royal and klein blue are definitely having a moment, and this moment will last long! How to work with such bright colors in your home? Here are some ideas.
What Colors To Rock With Cobalt Blue?
If you wanna go the safe way, black and white are the best ones as they look perfect with blue and create a stark contrast. If you want a bit more color, choose yellow, pink or green, as for pink, any shade will work. Want to create a jaw-dropping space infused with color? Then red and orange are the solution as with cobalt blue they will create a fantastic combo.
How To Integrate Cobalt Blue Into Your Interior?
Cobalt Blue Accents
If you aren’t sure about this bold color, you can incorporate just some accents here and there, these accents can be swapped for other items if you want, and they won’t make your room look smaller. For example, take cobalt blue furniture items, decor, rugs and curtains, artworks or even make shelf backing in this tone. All the rest of the space can be crispy white, neutral or light-colored, and these bright items will stand out. A lower cobalt blue row of cabinets can be calmed down with a white upper row. A cobalt blue accent wall is a daring solution, and together with color blocking or geometry it will be even cooler.
The bright space shows off several shades of blue with color blocking technique, and red chairs create a bold juxtaposition.
White rooms can be infused with cobalt blue with the means of furniture and accessories that will make them lively.
This modern bathroom shows off geometry and color blocking, and a bold combo of colors: red, pink, blush and cobalt blue.
This bright accent wall is the only color part of the all-neutral kitchen done with stained cabinetry and white counters.
An all-white and neutral space looks bolder with a niche that shows a cobalt blue accent wall.
This is how to pull off a modern and badass kitchen: cobalt blue lower cabinets set the tone, and the artwork and chandelier echo with them.
A neutral room is made eye-catching with bold blue seating furniture, a bright red and burgundy rug and some plants.
This modern and extra bold bathroom shows off white and cobalt blue tiles, a matching door, a bold red chair.
The white living room shows off a bit of delicate color: a dusty pink wall, and a bit of bold: a cobalt blue sofa and a yellow stool.
The white storage unit shows bold cobalt blue backing and some matching in color details support it.
The klein blue kitchen is done with blush concrete countertops and a matching dried plant accents it.
The white living room is accented with cobalt blue pieces: a lamp, lampshades, a vase and cushions.
The elegant vintage kitchen shows off a modern and fresh color scheme of cobalt blue and white spruced up with a stained kitchen island.
Niches are extremely trendy for decor, and if you accent them with some bold color, you can make them outstanding.
The neutral bathroom is injected with color: cobalt blue tiles are paired with a blush vanity and gold accents.
This neutral dining space shows off a bit of color: cobalt blue chairs and a mint blue fridge.
The elegant modern dining space shows off a stained table, a bookshelf and cobalt blue chairs.
This extra bold dining set just wows, and if you place it in a white room, it will stand out even more.
The extra bright bedroom shows a whole array of colors, prints and curves for a maximalist look.
The creamy entryway is accented with blue door frames that instantly elevate the space.
If you want trendy arches and curved designs, you can fake an arch with color like here.
This whimsical space is done with a cloud-shaped loveseat, a metal table and art.
The refined banister is painted cobalt blue to create a bold contrast with peachy pink stairs.
The light-colored living room is accented with a super bold sofa, dark tables.
The maximalist space is done with a cobalt staircase, walls and some other blue items.
The white dining room is made bolder with a bright table and matching curtains.
The bathroom shows off a bright accent wall extended to the ceiling, a gallery wall and a porthole window.
The fireplace and cabinets around it are the focal point in the room due to the color used.
This bright wall highlights the unique architecture of the room.
This all-neutral dining room is done with cobalt blue wallpaper, yellow chairs and a stained table.
This modern space strikes with the use of abstract wallpaper that supports the cabinets.
This sleek and bold kitchen unit includes all the necessary things, this is a nice idea for those who don't cook much.
The guest bedroom is done with cobalt blue walls that highlight the ceiling shape very well.
The vintage unit is made more modern with the help of color: simple repainting gave it a new life.
You can zone your home with color, for example, accent the entryway with cobalt blue.
The kitchen zone in the open layout is done with cobalt blue to visually separate it. (via cotemaison).
The stained cabinets are a neutral backdrop, while cobalt blue tiles and a shelf make the space wow. (via hello-hello).
Color blocking is a bold and cool solution for a modern space, and this is how you can pull it off in a bedroom. (via cotemaison).
Infuse your room with color using bold furniture, lamps, accessories and decor. (via instagram).
Cobalt blue and pink are a gorgeous combo, the graphic rug supports the colors. (via instagram).
This all-white dining room strikes with both the color and design: the whimsical chairs and table just wow. (via apartmenttherapy).
All-Blue Space
If you feel like maximalist and dopamine decor, go for cobalt blue walls, all of them and maybe even the ceiling, too. This way you will turn your space into a colorful maximalist one, and you can either support the mood with other bold shades or make it softer with other things taken in light colors or of light stain. Remember that cobalt blue is a bright shade that will make your space look smaller, so be careful if you have a little room or go all cobalt to create an illusion of a continuous space. Get inspired!
What colors look nice with cobalt blue? This bedroom shows some of them: orange, red, yellow and dark green.
The bright living room is done with cobalt blue bookcases and an orange curved seat, which create a super bold juxtaposition.
Cobalt and klein blue can be a nice pair with orange, with which they are absolutely different and contrast very well.
Are you into color? Then rock a cobalt blue room adding furniture of matching and compatible colors.
The klein blue kitchen just wows with the color, and grey counters calm it down.
The cobalt blue space is refreshed with white floors and walls and some light-stained furniture.