Kitchen with Beige Splashback and Blue Splashback Design Ideas

Kitchen renovation, new layout with a meal table adjoining the island. Built-in pantry, appliance cupboard and integrated fridge.
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Melbourne with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, beige splashback, stone slab splashback, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Large modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Sydney with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige splashback, stone slab splashback, beige floor and beige benchtop.

This kitchen is a masterclass in refined minimalism, where warm timber hues and natural stone textures come together to create a space that feels both grounding and sophisticated. The seamless integration of timber cabinetry and travertine surfaces exudes an organic charm, while the sleek, modern fixtures add a contemporary edge. A striking island bench anchors the space, inviting connection and effortless entertaining. Bathed in natural light, this kitchen is a tranquil retreat, embodying timeless design with an understated sense of luxury.

Coburg Frieze is a purified design that questions what’s really needed. The interwar property was transformed into a long-term family home that celebrates lifestyle and connection to the owners’ much-loved garden. Prioritising quality over quantity, the crafted extension adds just 25sqm of meticulously considered space to our clients’ home, honouring Dieter Rams’ enduring philosophy of “less, but better”. We reprogrammed the original floorplan to marry each room with its best functional match – allowing an enhanced flow of the home, while liberating budget for the extension’s shared spaces. Though modestly proportioned, the new communal areas are smoothly functional, rich in materiality, and tailored to our clients’ passions. Shielding the house’s rear from harsh western sun, a covered deck creates a protected threshold space to encourage outdoor play and interaction with the garden. This charming home is big on the little things; creating considered spaces that have a positive effect on daily life.

Large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Sydney with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, quartzite benchtops, stone slab splashback, with island, brown floor, vaulted, white cabinets, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and beige benchtop.

Casa Bungan - Open plan kitchen.
This is an example of an expansive mediterranean galley eat-in kitchen in Sydney with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, blue splashback, stone tile splashback, coloured appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, multi-coloured floor, blue benchtop and exposed beam.

Expansive transitional galley open plan kitchen in Sydney with shaker cabinets, with island, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, beige benchtop, stone slab splashback, an undermount sink, black cabinets, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Geelong with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, light hardwood floors, with island, beige splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, beige floor and beige benchtop.

In the sought-after affluent village of Radlett, we were commissioned by our client to create a show-stopping masterpiece for their kitchen with an adjacent walk-in pantry. It wasn’t just a kitchen; it was a place where our client would feel right at home with their interior design, daily living and evening entertaining. The brief was clear: warm and luxurious with seating for all occasions and organised storage, a room that could move easily from quiet morning coffee to a long supper with friends. The house gave us a beautiful starting point. Working with the client’s mood board, the vision of walnut for the kitchen quickly felt inevitable, a way of grounding the cabinetry in the same tonal world as the architecture above it. Lighter accents were then layered in, lifting the palette and bringing it firmly into step with the direction interiors are moving in right now: rich characterful timbers softened by quieter, paler counterpoints. It’s a large space, and the cabinetry had to hold its own without overwhelming it. Our Lay-On Slim Shaker was the natural choice: a tailored frame that gives the room structure and rhythm. The slim profile keeps things contemporary, a quietly modernist take on a familiar silhouette. On top of that, we added reeded details to parts of the design, a textured piece that catches the light and gently slows the eye as it moves across the space. The tinted walnut veneer brings out the depth and grain of timber, giving the room exactly the warmth and luxury it asks for and the lighter tone of Rolling Fog Dark gives it space to breathe. A soft colour with just enough depth to feel considered next to the richness of the walnut. This contrast is what makes the room work, and we absolutely love it! At the centre of the room is a large rectangular island holding the whole composition together. It gives the space a clear focal point while giving a generous working surface that a kitchen of this scale deserves. One side leans into character, open-shelving set on solid legs, and on the other, a beautiful banquette wrapping around an L-shape. Set into the heart of the main run, the sink and tap claim their own moment in the design, framed by symmetrical cabinetry on either side. It’s a considered choreography, where the working part of the kitchen takes its place. Above it, bridging the gap between the upper and lower cabinetry, a walnut floating shelf adds a horizontal note of warmth, completed by an Armac Martin Cotswold gallery rail in aged brass. It’s these small pieces of jewellery that nod to traditional detailing. Behind, the splashback steps in as a beautiful backdrop, rising from the worktop in Dekton Arga. The smooth cream surface carries subtle brown-gold veins that intensify its dramatic structure, giving a beautiful, dazzling sheen. This kitchen didn’t just settle for one sink either. A secondary sink sits within the island, dedicated to prep and easy handwashing, so the rhythm of cooking, serving and entertaining never has to cross. An appliance lineup makes no secret of a real love for Miele. A huge bank of Miele appliances in Pearl Beige takes its place within the floor-to-ceiling cabinetry. It’s a quietly confident way to handle a serious amount of kit: rather than scattering appliances around the room, everything lands in one place, beautifully composed. A Smeg induction hob sits flush at the island, while a Siemens glass draft extractor rides behind it. Completing the suite of appliances is the integrated Fisher & Paykel French door fridge freezer. Grounding the whole space are the additional details that reward a closer look. Pocket door dressers with ordered storage, integrated lighting that brings the interiors to life, and the bespoke walnut cutlery drawers carrying the same level of care. The Walk-In Pantry Just off the main kitchen, hidden behind a pocket door, the walk-in pantry reveals itself as a beautiful, organised room. The smart, deep green Lay-On Slim Shaker cabinetry immediately changes the mood. Filled with floor-to-ceiling cabinetry, it gives the pantry a sense of generous, dedicated storage. It’s completed with Armac Martin handles in burnished brass, and the worktops are Carrara quartz. Open shelving set on bespoke corbels sits in front of the T&G wall panelling while integrated lighting picks out everything on display. A fridge sits within the cabinetry, joined by a sink and tap, so the pantry doesn’t just store the contents of a busy household; it actively supports them. Every part of this Radlett project has been shaped from the main room delivering the show-stopping masterpiece, while the pantry behind its pocket door offers a quieter, more intimate counterpoint. Both form a home that’s ready for a quiet morning and a long evening of entertaining. Our thanks go to Shaadee Asekour Interiors, whose interior design vision sat beautifully alongside our cabinetry from the very first conversation, and to photographer Paul Craig, whose images capture the warmth, texture and quiet luxury of the finished rooms exactly as we hoped they would.

A kitchen designed with a beautiful combination of hand-painted cabinetry and warm wood stain, creating a timeless contrast throughout the space. The island is finished in a rich wood stain and complete with banquette seating, bringing warmth, texture and character to the room. Above the mantle, the matching wood-stained cupboards tie the whole design together beautifully.

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This is an example of a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Stockholm with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood benchtops, beige splashback, with island, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances and ceramic floors.

This stunning contemporary kitchen combines sleek design with functional elegance. Featuring clean lines, a neutral colour palette, and a blend of wood tones with matte black accents, it offers a modern yet warm ambience. The spacious island with quartz benchtops and pendant lighting creates a perfect gathering spot, while integrated appliances and open shelving add both style and practicality. Ideal for those who love a minimalist, sophisticated, beautiful, and highly functional kitchen.

Mid-sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Paris with dark wood cabinets, beige splashback, black appliances, dark hardwood floors, no island and beige benchtop.

La cuisine ouverte sur le séjour est aménagée avec un ilôt central qui intègre des rangements d’un côté et de l’autre une banquette sur mesure, élément central et design de la pièce à vivre. pièce à vivre. Les éléments hauts sont regroupés sur le côté alors que le mur faisant face à l'îlot privilégie l'épure et le naturel avec ses zelliges et une étagère murale en bois.

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall separate kitchen with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, engineered quartz splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

The Project: Reconfiguration of ground floor kitchen/diner and second floor master suite in a large, four storey Victorian Villa in Conservation Area. ​ My Role: Spatial planning, interior architecture, interior design concepts, detailed design, bespoke kitchen design, bespoke joinery design, lighting design, specification, procurement, product sourcing, project support, liaising with trades ​ Timeframe: Initial consultation - March 2022. Project Completion - March 2024. ​ £: 36 days plus initial consultation ​ Photography - Alice Kemp

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This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, beige splashback, terra-cotta splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Roundhouse Urbo and Metro random walnut veneer kitchen with granite worksurfaces. Led light strips by Mr Resistor in warm white.
Photo of a large contemporary open plan kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, with island, an undermount sink, beige splashback and stainless steel appliances.