The kitchen is arguably the most vivacious space in the home—after all, it's where new recipes are put to the test, parents and kids hammer out homework assignments, and enticing drinks and hors d'oeuvres get the party started. With so much excitement going on, there’s no reason why kitchens shouldn’t be fun and colorful in design, too.

If you’re tired of playing it safe, here are 12 bold kitchens that will inspire you to let loose and embrace color.

Three Shades of Blue

Sunburst Yellow

Prussian Blue and Orange in A Sydney Prefab

Pop Art Candy Colors

Bauhaus-Inspired Vermillion Kitchen

Cobalt Blue Galley Kitchen

Rosy Cabinet Doors

Olive Counter Surfaces

Orange MDF Cabinets

Turquoise Cabinets and Vertical Green Walls

Red Pegboard Backsplash

Sky Blue Painted Glass

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12 Electrifying Kitchens That Are Unapologetic About Color