SPLASHY BACKSPLASHES

Hi Everyone,

 So we have an idea of what kinds of Kitchen Cabinets are available, no final choices made there yet...but what about backsplash and counter tops.  Quartz has come a long long way and in my mind surpassed many other options.  Their version of a veined granite or marble is not 100% spot on but the sheer fact that it is maintenance free is a total plus.

While I know it makes more sense to choose our countertops first, I got so excited looking at these backsplashes that I just have to share them with you!

Painted concrete tiles,  love..love..love. 

You must seal them properly

Magnolia Market

 Marble chiclet tiles, when you look at the 

sample they almost seem too much.  But up on the wall....AMAZING!!!
Merolatiles

This marble mosaic is just stunning!

 Herringbone marble is such a beautifully understated look, 

once again you think it might be overpowering 

or even dizzying but up it is just delicious.

Merolatiles

This blue and white marble basketweave is a 

big favorite of mine.  A very clean design

Esplanade Winter Lake
Marble Tile/Tilebar.com

Light Blue Glass

While I admit to loving them all....

I think this one for me 

is a winner!!!

I encompasses the best of both worlds.

A classic design with a current flair.
Canaan Tiles

KITCHENS - Where everyone wants to hang out ......

 Hey Everyone,

Lets think about kitchens today,  we have been entrenched in white kitchens for some time now and I do admit that I love a well done white kitchen.  It gives you great flexibility to change your aesthetic as often as you like. 

 But although there is an overwhelming allure to this flexibility, I am thinking I might go a different direction.  We are starting to see some blue/grays and really calming greens emerge and it's having a wonderful reception.  The basic grey's are still around, beautiful as ever and I have to say I love the black as well.  Although for me, I see it more for a bar area than an entire kitchen.  

Regardless of your taste, you truly can't go wrong with any the above mentioned colors.  All are stunning in the end.

Here are some photos to get you thinking....psst..I am leaning towards the blue - so peaceful... ;)