Kitchen with Yellow Cabinets and Cement Tile Splashback Ideas and Designs

The kitchen in this remodeled 1960s house is colour-blocked against a blue panelled wall which hides a pantry. White quartz worktop bounces dayight around the kitchen. Geometric splash back adds interest. The encaustic tiles are handmade in Spain. The U-shape of this kitchen creates a "peninsula" which is used daily for preparing food but also doubles as a breakfast bar. Photo: Frederik Rissom

Mid Century Modern Kitchen

Kristy Kropat Design GmbH

Gail Ownes
Inspiration for a retro galley kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, yellow cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, cement tile splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, brown floors, black worktops and exposed beams.

Yellow Farmhouse Kitchen | Imperial Beach, CA

Leanne Michael L U X E lifestyle design

All custom made cabinetry that was color matched to the entire suite of GE Cafe matte white appliances paired with champagne bronze hardware that coordinates beautifully with the Delta faucet and cabinet / drawer hardware. The counter surfaces are Artic White quartz with custom hand painted clay tiles for the entire range wall with custom floating shelves and backsplash. We used my favorite farrow & ball Babouche 223 (yellow) paint for the island and Sherwin Williams 7036 Accessible Beige on the walls. Hanging over the island is a pair of glazed clay pots that I customized into light pendants. We also replaced the builder grade hollow core back door with a custom designed iron and glass security door. The barstools were a fabulous find on Craigslist that we became mixologists with a selection of transparent stains to come up with the perfect shade of teal and we installed brand new bamboo flooring! This was such a fun project to do, even amidst Covid with all that the pandemic delayed, and a much needed burst of cheer as a daily result.

Normandy Beach Bay Side Kitchen

Builders' General Supply

This 1st place winner of Tedd-Wood Cabinetry's National 2020 "Picture Perfect" Contest transitional category, Designed by Jennifer Jacob is in the "Stockton" door style in both Maple wood "White Opaque" and Cherry wood with "Morning Mist" and a light brushed black glaze. The counter tops are "Taj Mahal" quartzite, The back splash made by Sonoma tiles is "Stellar Trestle in Hidden Cove." The flooring is Duchateau "Vernal Lugano"

Casa della Pineta

nausica di giuseppe

Cucina giallo e bianco "ARAN" / Yellow and white "ARAN" kitchen Ceramica "Casamoda 28", serie Rinascimento"
Photo of a small galley kitchen pantry in Rome with a double-bowl sink, yellow cabinets, cement tile splashback, medium hardwood flooring and white worktops.

Larkspur Urban Cottage

Kitchens And More

Photographer: David Livingston
Design ideas for a traditional l-shaped kitchen/diner in San Francisco with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and a breakfast bar.

Period Kitchen Renovation in Historic Montrose Neighborhood, South Orange, NJ

Clawson Architects, LLC

Period Kitchen and Mud Room Addition featuring custom cabinetry, and black and white mosaic ceramic tile floor. White beaded inset cabinets conceal modern amenities and pantry storage.

San Jose EP

ANAV-DESIGN

Photo by Arnona Oren
Photo of a medium sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, concrete worktops, grey splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring and an island.

Waggoner II

Smith & Ragsdale Interior Design

Our client requested that the kitchen be comfortable, classic, elegant, and beautiful, but not trendy; she wanted it to be clean, understated, and creative, but not bohemian. We took all these descriptors into account when designing the space and choosing the finishes.

Residential renovation

Conception Uni-d

Nicolas Shapiro
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary galley kitchen pantry in Montreal with flat-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, glass worktops, cement tile splashback, light hardwood flooring and an island.

Kitchen

Taylor Woodworks

Painted kitchen with accented cherry crown molding and hood by Taylorwoodworks
Photo of a medium sized traditional l-shaped kitchen/diner in Philadelphia with a belfast sink, glass-front cabinets, yellow cabinets, engineered stone countertops, black splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and no island.

STADTHAUS KÖLN

User

Expansive contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Cologne with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and an island.

Miller Place Macadamia

Consumers Kitchens & Baths

This maple kitchen was designed with Starmark cabinets in the Arlington door style. Featuring a Macadamia Tinted Varnish finish with Chocolate Glaze, the Paveo granite countertop perfectly complements this kitchen's aesthetic.

Kennington House

R2 Studio Architects

The kitchen as the heart of the house is a comfortable space not just for cooking but for everyday family life. Materials avoid bland white surfaces and create a positive haptic experience through robust materials and finishes. Photo: Andy Stagg

Waggoner II

Smith & Ragsdale Interior Design

Being a serious cook and a baker made it even more important to transform the kitchen to suit our client's personal cooking style. The location of the appliances took priority when planning the overall footprint of the kitchen.

Stapleton

YourStyle Kitchens Ltd

Kevin Walsh
Design ideas for a large traditional l-shaped kitchen/diner in Other with an island, recessed-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, engineered stone countertops, black splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, a belfast sink and medium hardwood flooring.

Larkspur Urban Cottage

Kitchens And More

Photographer: David Livingston
Design ideas for a classic l-shaped kitchen/diner in San Francisco with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and a breakfast bar.

Petite cuisine moderne aux accents vintage - Arthur Bonnet Nice

Arthur Bonnet France

This is an example of a retro u-shaped open plan kitchen in Nice with yellow cabinets, laminate countertops, grey splashback, cement tile splashback, black appliances and an island.

bright, light kitchen remodel

Josmari Builders

notice how the glass paneled cabinet doors mimic the custom wood windows
Classic u-shaped kitchen/diner in San Francisco with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, yellow cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and an island.

Verde Butterly Kitchen

Motor City Granite & Cabinets

Perrone
Large classic l-shaped kitchen/diner in Detroit with a built-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, laminate countertops, white splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring and multiple islands.

Kitchen with Yellow Cabinets and Cement Tile 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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