Black Kitchen with Metal Splashback Ideas and Designs

Photographs by Elayne Barre
Design ideas for a medium sized urban enclosed kitchen in Gloucestershire with raised-panel cabinets, green cabinets, metallic splashback, metal splashback, white appliances, limestone flooring and no island.

Double height kitchen

York House Designs

We helped this client to completely transform their old kitchen by sourcing stylish new doors for the cabinets, replacing the flooring with this aged natural wood, adding some statement pendant lights and of course, a good lick of paint.

Comes house

Debbie Waldner

Reclaimed Patina Oak Cabinets. Home custom built by Ron Waldner Signature Homes.
Inspiration for a large industrial l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, concrete worktops, metallic splashback, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and an island.

Maison VFR

Olivier Chabaud Architecte - Paris & Luberon

This is an example of a contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, stainless steel worktops, grey splashback, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances, white floors and grey worktops.

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LKM Design

Photo of a large contemporary single-wall kitchen/diner in Manchester with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, onyx worktops, metallic splashback, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and an island.

Farmhouse Kitchen

Millbrook Cabinetry and Design

Large rustic u-shaped enclosed kitchen in New York with a triple-bowl sink, beaded cabinets, green cabinets, soapstone worktops, metallic splashback, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances and light hardwood flooring.

Modern Rambler

Dietrich Homes

Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen in Other with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite worktops, metallic splashback, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and black worktops.

Sosnowski Residence

Chen + Suchart Studio

Timmerman Photography - Bill Timmerman
Inspiration for a medium sized modern galley kitchen/diner in Phoenix with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, concrete worktops, metallic splashback, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring and an island.

Island Family Retreat

Martha's Vineyard Interior Design

Eric Roth Photography
Large rural l-shaped kitchen in Boston with open cabinets, white cabinets, metallic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, a belfast sink, concrete worktops, metal splashback, beige floors and grey worktops.

Kitchen Remodel

Dora Brigham Interiors

Leonard Ortiz
Large traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Orange County with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, metallic splashback, stainless steel appliances, a submerged sink, granite worktops, metal splashback, limestone flooring, multiple islands and beige floors.

Division Street

Emerick Architects

Windows and door panels reaching for the 12 foot ceilings flood this kitchen with natural light. Custom stainless cabinetry with an integral sink and commercial style faucet carry out the industrial theme of the space. Photo by Lincoln Barber

All Around Farm

Archer & Buchanan Architecture, Ltd.

Photographer: Tom Crane
Country l-shaped open plan kitchen in Philadelphia with a belfast sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, metallic splashback, metal splashback and stainless steel appliances.

Hammered Copper Backsplash in Westchester

Brooks Custom

This close-up of the machine hammered copper backsplash shows the unique texture of the panels, and the seamless outlet cutouts. The combination of the copper splash with the black cabinetry creates a warm, rustic aesthetic. Brooks Custom

Cordova Contemporary Kitchen

Before and After Builders, Inc.

Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Nashville with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured splashback, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring and an island.

Custom wallpaper mural and art installation in residential kitchen

Dodo Flugge - diedododa

Custom paint palette artwork artwork, and large scale custom design wallpaper mural that extends as clear printed vinyl over the window. A contemporary informal kitchen/dining area that allows for multiple use of the space. Focus on bright bold accent colours and sense of humour.

Rendezvous

Terra Firma Custom Homes

Custom cabinet hardware and metal range hood make this rustic mountain kitchen a centerpiece in the house.
Rustic l-shaped kitchen in Denver with a submerged sink, dark wood cabinets, granite worktops, brown splashback, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances and shaker cabinets.

Conroe Lake House

Kennedy Architecture

Photo of a medium sized modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Houston with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite worktops, metallic splashback, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate flooring, an island, black floors, black worktops and a wood ceiling.

Cool & Moody Kitchen

Covered Bridge Cabinetry

A Cool and Moody Kitchen AS SEEN ON: SEASON 3, EPISODE 7 OF MASTERS OF FLIP The perfect place for a hot cup of coffee on a rainy day, the custom kitchen in this modern-meets-industrial home is dark, stormy, and full of character. Polished slate countertops team up with the dark Wren stain on our Gallatin cabinets to create a moody take on modern style. The upper cabinets feature unique up-open hinged doors that add an unexpected element while floating shelves let the penny tile on the backsplash shine. Greenery, copper trinkets, and small clay pots add eye-catching detail throughout the space, creating a curated yet comfortable atmosphere. To maintain the sleek design that this space works so hard for, all of those crucial – yet perhaps not so stylish – amenities are tucked away in the base cabinets, including an under counter microwave unit and a lazy susan in the corner cabinets.

Antiqued Brass Contemporary Shaker Kitchen

Sustainable Kitchens

View of the whole kitchen. The island is painted in Valspar Merlin and has an oak worktop with an antiqued brass inlay. The stools are also oak. The base cabinetry is painted in Farrow & Ball Ammonite. The splashback behind the Aga cooker is also antiqued brass. The hanging pendant lights are vintage clear glass, chrome and brass. The worktop on the sink run is Nero Asulto Antique Granite. The floating shelves are oak. Charlie O'Beirne

Project Gallery

Toby Hartline Custom Homes & Remodeling

Medium sized traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Orange County with a belfast sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, metallic splashback, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.

Black Kitchen with Metal Splashback Ideas and Designs

Want to discover beautiful kitchen ideas to inspire your new kitchen design? You’ve come to the right place. You can discover millions of kitchen designs and ideas; from kitchen islands and storage units, to all sorts of kitchen lighting ideas, such as pendant lighting or under cabinet lighting. Whether you want inspiration for all-in-one fitted kitchen designs, some small kitchen ideas or maybe just some tips for improving your kitchen decor, there are tons of photos to inspire you for your next kitchen project on Houzz.

What kind of kitchen design should I go for?

With so many kitchen ideas and photos to look at you might be a bit overwhelmed when it comes to picking your own kitchen design. If you are updating your kitchen you know what a big and important decision it is to get the design right – the kitchen can be the hub and heart of the home, and it’s unlikely that you would invest in renovating your kitchen again in a few years. But fear not, focusing first on the important elements like layout, cabinet style, worktops and appliances will help you to bring together your dream kitchen design. Additional elements like kitchen lighting, cupboard storage and decor can come after in the kitchen planning process. A kitchen designer or fitter can help you to decide the layout of your kitchen in terms of where to place your kitchen units, appliances and island (if you’re having one), but if you prefer to handle this yourself you can focus on where you want your key elements of your kitchen to be – the oven, hob, sink and fridge. Of course you might be constricted by space, but try to envisage the easiest and most efficient layout based on how you usually like to cook and prepare your food. If you’re fed up of always having to carry dirty pans and pots across the room to the sink, place the sink closer to your oven and hob. Once you have the core elements sorted, consider extra layout considerations, such as where your bins will be stored, where the cutlery draw should be and where small kitchen appliances can be installed.

Should I include a kitchen island?

Kitchen island ideas are abundant these days; it seems most kitchen designs include a kitchen island, if not multiple islands. However, if the layout doesn’t work, especially if you have a small kitchen, then there’s no necessity to add in a kitchen island. You can add a breakfast bar or counter to your existing kitchen units, or stick with a good old-fashioned dining table if you don’t need the extra work surfaces. That said, if you do have the room, take a look at some kitchen island ideas to see if the designs inspire you for your kitchen. There are a huge variety of island designs to cater to different needs – you can have sinks, ovens, hobs, wine storage and all sorts of drawers and organisers built-in, you can have separate bars and counters that extend from your island, or you could go for a kitchen island on wheels to make your kitchen layout more versatile.

How do I choose my kitchen units and cabinets?

When picking out kitchen units and cupboard styles for a fitted kitchen, you’ll first want to consider the more practical questions – how many units do you need? How many cupboards and drawers do you need? Do you need extra kitchen storage built into your units? It’s always best to overestimate how much kitchen storage you’ll need as we all tend to have a habit of filling up whatever current space we have to the maximum. Next you can consider kitchen cabinet style and colour. Shaker style cabinets and raised and recessed panel cabinets offer a more traditional kitchen cabinet look, while flat panel cabinet doors tend to lend more to the modern and contemporary style. However, going for raised or recessed panel work in a striking colour such as dark blue, green or black can still work with contemporary kitchen ideas. White kitchens can give a sleek and clean feel, but remember you may have to do a bit more cleaning of those cupboard doors if you want everything to stay shiny and fresh. Of course, grey kitchens are the neutral colour choice du jour and can be paired with pale and rich shades alike if you want your fitted kitchen cupboards to contrast with your worktop, splashback, floor, or all of the above. Exposed shelving and storage is also popular for eclectic, Scandi and industrial-inspired looks, so you could opt for glass-fronted cabinets or no wall-mounted cabinets at all. Remember that this will require more restraint in what you can store and more effort in keeping it looking presentable compared to what is stored away hastily behind cupboard doors. The kitchen cupboard handles are also another element to decide upon – do you want traditional round knobs, modern metal bars, country kitchen cup handles or maybe to go ultra sleek with a completely handleless kitchen?

What kitchen storage ideas should I consider?

If you want to keep your kitchen well-stocked and well-equipped but don’t want it spilling over with clutter, then you’ll need to rely on good kitchen storage. Apart from the usual fitted kitchen cupboards and drawer space, there are many other ways of keeping your kitchen tidy. Whilst a large kitchen pantry is the dream of most homeowners, it can’t always be a reality. However, there are now lots of pull out compartments and drawers with trays and shelving that can act as mini kitchen pantries, and you can install handy cupboard organisers that fit onto the inside of the door to make the most of your cupboard space. You can also look at corner drawers and cupboards that open up to reveal lots of extra storage. Rails or small shelves along your kitchen walls or splashback can help with hanging utensils or pans, or storing small items like herbs and spices in an usually empty space. Buy extra kitchen storage products for your home on Houzz

Are there small kitchen ideas for small spaces?

If you’re working with a galley kitchen, a one-wall kitchen in an open plan space or just a pretty small kitchen, there are some small kitchen ideas that can help you get the most out of your cooking and dining area. If you find that you don’t utilise the back of your cupboards (maybe they become the graveyard for out-of-date tin cans), you could decide to go with shallower kitchen units to free up some extra floor space in front of your cabinets. As mentioned, open shelving or glass-fronted cabinets are a popular trend and they should make the space feel more open and less boxed-in. However, if you have the capacity for it, cupboards and kitchen units that maximise the floor-to-ceiling space you have will mean you can use all of that for valuable kitchen storage. Wall or ceiling racks could be a useful solution for hanging pans and pots if you’ve run out of cupboards in which to store them. Kitchen ideas and accessories such as baskets, trolleys and storage jars are both aesthetically pleasing and practical as they give you extra storage space. Kitchen appliances like a fridge or dishwasher can be tucked away in built-in units in fitted kitchens so they blend into your layout and don’t make the space look crowded. Discover all the small kitchen ideas you could need by taking a look at photos of compact kitchens.

What sort of kitchen lighting should I go for?

In the kitchen you need to have practical lighting – no one wants to chop, cut and cook in a dingy room. Kitchen ceiling lights are probably the best way to go, but should you opt for recessed spotlights or traditional hanging ceiling lights? While spotlight LED kitchen lighting will give you excellent light, they may not fit with a design that’s not contemporary. Traditional chandelier lights could work for other kitchen styles, and of course, kitchen pendant lighting comes in all sorts of styles, colours and designs. While the popular choice is to go with one or two pendant lights over your kitchen island, you could also opt for a single pendant light over your dining space, or a few spaced out across your kitchen. Of course, if you want good lighting for your worktops, under-cabinet lighting is the way forward. Speak to your kitchen supplier about having this pre-installed, or there are a number of easy-install options you can fit yourself or with the help of a lighting expert or electrician. In the market for your kitchen lighting today? Once you’ve found some inspiring kitchen lighting ideas here, take a look at our kitchen lighting products to find the new lights for your kitchen project.

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