Kitchen with Metro Tiled Splashback Ideas and Designs

The Jack + Mare | Portland Design & Build

Split Level 1970 home of a young and active family of four. The main public spaces in this home were remodeled to create a fresh, clean look. The Jack + Mare demo'd the kitchen and dining room down to studs and removed the wall between the kitchen/dining and living room to create an open concept space with a clean and fresh new kitchen and dining with ample storage. Now the family can all be together and enjoy one another's company even if mom or dad is busy in the kitchen prepping the next meal. The custom white cabinets and the blue accent island (and walls) really give a nice clean and fun feel to the space. The island has a gorgeous local solid slab of wood on top. A local artisan salvaged and milled up the big leaf maple for this project. In fact, the tree was from the University of Portland's campus located right where the client once rode the bus to school when she was a child. So it's an extra special custom piece! (fun fact: there is a bullet lodged in the wood that is visible...we estimate it was shot into the tree 30-35 years ago!) The 'public' spaces were given a brand new waterproof luxury vinyl wide plank tile. With 2 young daughters, a large golden retriever and elderly cat, the durable floor was a must. project scope at quick glance: - demo'd and rebuild kitchen and dining room. - removed wall separating kitchen/dining and living room - removed carpet and installed new flooring in public spaces - removed stair carpet and gave fresh black and white paint - painted all public spaces - new hallway doorknob harware - all new LED lighting (kitchen, dining, living room and hallway) Jason Quigley Photography

Virmar Street

Amato Architecture

Photo of a classic l-shaped kitchen/diner in San Francisco with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and beige floors.

1904 Denver Square Kitchen Remodel

Sanctuary Kitchen and Bath Design

denverphoto.com
Photo of a medium sized traditional u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Denver with a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island and metro tiled splashback.

Nauset Beach Kitchen

Classic Kitchens & Interiors

Photographer - Dan Cutrona. We supplied the design layout and cabinetry.
Nautical kitchen in Boston with white splashback, metro tiled splashback and a breakfast bar.

Canterbury Remodel

Urbane Design

Contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Austin with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island and blue floors.

Rutt Cabinetry

Christopher Michael Interiors

Design ideas for a classic u-shaped kitchen/diner in Philadelphia with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances and a breakfast bar.

Maher Project

Barbara Purdy - Purdy & Associates Design

Design by Barbara Purdy Cabinetry manufactured and installed by Deslaurier Custom Cabinets
This is an example of a traditional l-shaped kitchen in Ottawa with metro tiled splashback, a belfast sink, granite worktops, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback and grey worktops.

Peachtree Residence

Ferriss & Company Design Studio

Large open kitchen with contrasting island and marble countertops. Open air lantern pendants accent the room.
Photo of a medium sized traditional u-shaped kitchen/diner in Jackson with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.

White Kitchen

Sage Kitchens

Lynn Donaldson
Design ideas for a country u-shaped kitchen/diner in Other with white cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets and marble worktops.

Captains House

Colonial Reproductions, Inc.

This country kitchen is accented with detailed tiles, brass light fixtures and a large butcher block. Greg Premru Photography
Inspiration for a medium sized rural u-shaped kitchen in Boston with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, tile countertops, dark hardwood flooring and brown floors.

Love & Joy Kitchen | Chicago, IL

Indigo Remodeling

This unique and classic Victorian property, once defining of Chicago architecture was preserved through our efforts to convince the developer to preserve it's special beauty. We provided a major restoration of the property including rear and second story additions in order to increase the home's size, as well as digging in an entirely new basement to be utilized as a third story - all while preserving and renovating it's classic and elegant facade.

Del Oro

Lori Smyth Design

Ciro Coelho Photography
Inspiration for an eclectic kitchen in Santa Barbara with metro tiled splashback and a belfast sink.

Homestaging villa Saltsjö-Boo

Skapa inredning

Design ideas for a scandinavian kitchen in Stockholm with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and grey worktops.

Arlington, VA Kitchen Remodel

Case Architects & Remodelers

Project Developer Jim Wrenn https://www.houzz.com/pro/jwrenn1/jim-wrenn-case-design-remodeling-inc Designer Allie Mann https://www.houzz.com/pro/inspiredbyallie/allie-mann-case-design-remodeling-inc Photography by Stacy Zarin Goldberg

A Little Bit Country, A Little Bit Contemporary Kitchen

Diana Kennedy Interiors

Diane Anton Interior Photography
Inspiration for a small traditional l-shaped kitchen in Boston with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, an island, a submerged sink, metro tiled splashback, white appliances and light hardwood flooring.

Bainbridge Island Town House

Tom Kuniholm Architects, AIA

A palette of Maple cabinets and shelves, Quartz counter tops, stainless steel, Subway tiles
This is an example of a small contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Seattle with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, a submerged sink, white splashback, medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.

Traditional White Kitchen

KITCHEN AND BATH WORLD, INC

Traditional raised panel white cabinetry featuring oiled rubbed bronze details
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional l-shaped kitchen with a submerged sink, white cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, dark hardwood flooring, an island and metro tiled splashback.

Lake House Kitchen

Fuchsia Design

Beach style kitchen in Grand Rapids with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, grey splashback, a single-bowl sink, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar and beige floors.

Svedala

Fotograf Jonas Norén

Photo of a rural u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Malmo with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, white appliances, an island and brown floors.

Warm Springs Historic Home Remodel

Renaissance Remodeling

This is an example of a country u-shaped kitchen in Boise with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, blue splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island and beige floors.

Kitchen with Metro Tiled 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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