While a sleek white kitchen may never go out of style, many interior trendsetters are embracing designs that expand out of that comfort zone. If the heart — and the stomach — of your home needs an upgrade, leave the monochrome look in the past and embrace a new pattern. Adding a bold backsplash is an affordable and easy way to try out this look. With seemingly limitless options, those hesitant can rest assured there is a version that will match your home’s aesthetic and personal style.
MARVELING OVER MARBLE
Thanks to its natural texture and organic design, marble makes for a great kitchen countertop option for a minimalistic kitchen. And thanks to its growing popularity, the material is taking up more real estate in interior design trends this year. Match one of the room’s walls to the existing marble in your home to create an eye-catching backsplash. Whether you cut the material so it only reaches to your countertops or stretch it to the ceiling, it’s sure to pop. Looking for a good dupe? Marble contact paper creates the same look for less.
TALKING ABOUT TILE
Most backsplashes made over the past 10 years have consisted of tiny tiles. And while there is a reason that look has become a kitchen staple, now is your chance to get ahead of the curve by evaluating the power of proportions. Larger subway tiles and oversized slabs can give your kitchen a clean, sophisticated look while still offering a pop of color or texture. Whether you go for quartz or metal-finished tile, these larger materials can provide a smoother surface, ensuring your kitchen has crisp lines to play off of.
BRINGING IN THE BRICK
For kitchens with a more rustic feel, bring the outside material in with an exposed brick backsplash. The natural hue creates a homey color scheme while also grounding the room thanks to its heaviness. Whether you go all in and also line your breakfast nook with thin red bricks or start small with a few bricks over the area surrounding your stove, the textured end result is one that will last for years to come.