Brown Kitchen with Blue Splashback, Metal Splashback and Subway Tile Splashback Design Ideas

In the historic city of St Albans lies our signature Lay-On Shaker style, offering a refined, elegant profile throughout the home. We had the pleasure of collaborating with interior designer Briony from Reyne Design, whose artistic flair and eye for detail brought an added layer of creativity to this multi-room project. The approach to colour, texture and flow of the rooms complements our craftsmanship, resulting in many spaces feeling both elevated and effortlessly cohesive. The design process was a true collaboration, with ideas flowing seamlessly between Briony, our team, and the client, each bringing their own vision and insight to create a truly bespoke result. For the kitchen, the main event, we worked with a U-shaped configuration, although the worktops are designed in an L-shape, the cabinetry is built around the walls for an uninterrupted flow and to bring the U-shaped layout. At the centre is a generous island with a social spot and plenty of prep space. The whole project was designed to add colour to the property, and the help of Plimsoll by Paint & Paper Library (a deep uncut blue) and Brinjal by Farrow & Ball (a sophisticated aubergine) were just the right contrast and drama for the kitchen. Placed under the window is the sink area, a sleek modern statement in its own right, combining practicality with bold design. The pairing of the Caple Black Steel sink and the Quooker Flex tap in Matt Black delivers an effortless style with high functionality. Amongst the cabinetry, there is plenty of our walnut signature construction, enhanced by thoughtful organisation details such as cutlery inserts, spice racks and integrated butler trays. Other details include solid oak chopping boards and a towel rail, stained in chocolate to elevate everyday functionality. One of the standout storage features is the walk-in pantry, discreetly set within the run of floor-to-ceiling cabinetry that bends elegantly around the corners, and the pantry larder is the kind of smart storage you never knew you needed, but now couldn’t imagine living without. Every detail is considered from the bank of appliances to the custom-finished extractor housing in Liquid Metal Weather Worn Bronze. This adds another touch of luxury, like the Santorini Quartz and Corston Milliner bronze hardware. From the hidden chilled drinks fridge to the exposed wine cooler, the kitchen island has it all, effortlessly blending a new level of convenience to modern kitchen living. The Dining Space The dining area seamlessly connects to the kitchen within the open-plan layout, creating a cohesive and inviting space for both everyday living and relaxed entertaining. This focal point of a bespoke bench-style banquette is carefully hand-built to offer generous seating and smart storage, accommodating a few more guests. Finished in the same Plimsoll shade by Paint & Paper Library as the main kitchen cabinetry, the banquette ties in effortlessly with the overall palette, enhancing the sense of flow throughout the space. For added comfort and visual interest, the seating is topped with a striped, padded cushion, bringing a soft, tailored touch to the area. Hidden beneath are push-to-open drawers, offering discreet and practical storage, ideal for stowing away linen, tablecloths, board games, and so much more. A solid planked oak table completes the dining zone, stained in a rich chocolate finish to echo the timber accents throughout the kitchen. It’s supported by industrial-style black metal butterfly legs, adding a contemporary edge that contrasts beautifully with the softness of the seating. This warm, welcoming dining space becomes an integral part of this thoughtfully designed home.

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Design ideas for a large contemporary eat-in kitchen in Auckland with a double-bowl sink, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

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Design ideas for a country open plan kitchen in Other with with island, a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, granite benchtops, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, grey benchtop and exposed beam.

John Gauld Photography
Inspiration for a large contemporary open plan kitchen in Cheshire with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Boasting a large terrace with long reaching sea views across the River Fal and to Pendennis Point, Seahorse was a full property renovation managed by Warren French

Time for a New Kitchen! A great space but tired old units in need of some TLC. This remodel improved the layout, adding a breakfast bar and fully functioning Utility Room, accessed by a secret door through the kitchen. Other work included a bespoke Garage storage solution for bikes and camping equipment and a bespoke under stairs storage cupboard.

Andrew B. Thwaites
Large shabby-chic style u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Brest with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

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Design ideas for a beach style galley eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

This client had received several kitchen design proposals prior to being in touch with Unity Kitchens and from the initial conversation it was evident that they were lost with all of the options and were also struggling to see passed their existing kitchen layout. After sitting down with the client we sought to understand how they were going to use the kitchen and establish the things that were really important to their family. We started with a blank slate and created a new kitchen design to cover storage, practicality, function and an element of Wow Factor. Not only did this kitchen change the feel of the room but it also altered the whole living space to support the family in a greater way.

Stephanie Simons
Mid-sized modern galley separate kitchen in Surrey with flat-panel cabinets, red cabinets, granite benchtops, blue splashback, subway tile splashback and black appliances.

Brian Patterson
Mid-sized transitional l-shaped kitchen pantry in Sydney with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and cork floors.

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This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in London with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, blue splashback, metal splashback, light hardwood floors, a peninsula and brown floor.

This farmhouse with workers cottage is set on acreage with its own lake and rolling hills. This house went through a major renovation expanding the living space and, incorporating and modernising the workers cottage to be part of the main house, and creating a dedicated art studio at the back of the property. RJP Design and Décor was engaged to assist the clients with refining the new floor plan, re-designing the kitchen and ensuite, as well as selecting of all colours, fixtures, finishings and soft furnishings to reflect a modern take on the traditional English farmhouse style. Celebrating the unique history of the home, RJP Design and Décor worked with the client to enhance or replicate existing features, create a soft harmonising, neutral colour palette to compliment the landscape and capture the beautiful views of the land.

Victorian house which still retained the original internal layout for the kitchen and outside w/c. The revised plan called for the internal walls to be demolished providing a single open plan room allowing for the new kitchen and breakfast area. Additionally the chimney breast was opend up to allow for the hob and built under oven to sit comfortable with an extractor hood above. The rear garden wall had two original door openings one of which has been retained as a door the other now forms a full height window giving a view over the garden from the breakfast table.

Inspiration for a mid-sized country l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Auckland with an undermount sink, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

John Gauld Photography
This is an example of a large contemporary open plan kitchen in Cheshire with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

In the historic city of St Albans lies our signature Lay-On Shaker style, offering a refined, elegant profile throughout the home. We had the pleasure of collaborating with interior designer Briony from Reyne Design, whose artistic flair and eye for detail brought an added layer of creativity to this multi-room project. The approach to colour, texture and flow of the rooms complements our craftsmanship, resulting in many spaces feeling both elevated and effortlessly cohesive. The design process was a true collaboration, with ideas flowing seamlessly between Briony, our team, and the client, each bringing their own vision and insight to create a truly bespoke result. For the kitchen, the main event, we worked with a U-shaped configuration, although the worktops are designed in an L-shape, the cabinetry is built around the walls for an uninterrupted flow and to bring the U-shaped layout. At the centre is a generous island with a social spot and plenty of prep space. The whole project was designed to add colour to the property, and the help of Plimsoll by Paint & Paper Library (a deep uncut blue) and Brinjal by Farrow & Ball (a sophisticated aubergine) were just the right contrast and drama for the kitchen. Placed under the window is the sink area, a sleek modern statement in its own right, combining practicality with bold design. The pairing of the Caple Black Steel sink and the Quooker Flex tap in Matt Black delivers an effortless style with high functionality. Amongst the cabinetry, there is plenty of our walnut signature construction, enhanced by thoughtful organisation details such as cutlery inserts, spice racks and integrated butler trays. Other details include solid oak chopping boards and a towel rail, stained in chocolate to elevate everyday functionality. One of the standout storage features is the walk-in pantry, discreetly set within the run of floor-to-ceiling cabinetry that bends elegantly around the corners, and the pantry larder is the kind of smart storage you never knew you needed, but now couldn’t imagine living without. Every detail is considered from the bank of appliances to the custom-finished extractor housing in Liquid Metal Weather Worn Bronze. This adds another touch of luxury, like the Santorini Quartz and Corston Milliner bronze hardware. From the hidden chilled drinks fridge to the exposed wine cooler, the kitchen island has it all, effortlessly blending a new level of convenience to modern kitchen living. The Dining Space The dining area seamlessly connects to the kitchen within the open-plan layout, creating a cohesive and inviting space for both everyday living and relaxed entertaining. This focal point of a bespoke bench-style banquette is carefully hand-built to offer generous seating and smart storage, accommodating a few more guests. Finished in the same Plimsoll shade by Paint & Paper Library as the main kitchen cabinetry, the banquette ties in effortlessly with the overall palette, enhancing the sense of flow throughout the space. For added comfort and visual interest, the seating is topped with a striped, padded cushion, bringing a soft, tailored touch to the area. Hidden beneath are push-to-open drawers, offering discreet and practical storage, ideal for stowing away linen, tablecloths, board games, and so much more. A solid planked oak table completes the dining zone, stained in a rich chocolate finish to echo the timber accents throughout the kitchen. It’s supported by industrial-style black metal butterfly legs, adding a contemporary edge that contrasts beautifully with the softness of the seating. This warm, welcoming dining space becomes an integral part of this thoughtfully designed home.

Fine House Photography
Mid-sized transitional open plan kitchen in London with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, beige cabinets and beige benchtop.