7 More Kitchen Backsplashes We Can’t Stop Swooning Over

We’re back at it with more backsplashes! Whether you’ve already brought out the sledgehammer, are just starting to plan a renovation or simply love swooning over designer kitchens (join the club), these homes from the WL archives offer plenty of inspiration.

Pattern Play

Melanie Finkleman of Hazel and Brown used two different backsplash tiles in this farmhouse-modern kitchen: a decorative, hand-painted terracotta tile from Walker Zanger and a Moroccan zeillige tile. “There’s a lot of warmth and texture to it,” says the designer. Learn more about this beautiful space.

Ripple Effect

A ribbed tile backsplash and a plaster range hood with a curved stone ledge bring warmth and subtle movement to the neutral palette in this Mera Studio Architects-designed space. “The kitchen is the showpiece for me,” says principal Meghan Bannon. “The details are subtle, but they’re unique.” Check out the rest of this relaxed, earthy modern home.

Concrete Canvas

From the 10-foot island to the large backsplash panels, this entire kitchen is clad in concrete. And amazingly, both elements still manage to stand out against those matching grey cabinets. “We always have a very simple palette,” says homeowner and lead designer of RNDSQR, Majida Devani. “From there, we get to use pops of colour and texture to make it more interesting.“ Step inside this playful Calgary home.

Marble Moment

We love seeing designers experiment and try new things, like using an extra bit of backsplash material to frame the hood vent. “I had to do something we’ve never done before,” says Marianna Tomlenovich of the Calacatta Viola marble perimeter in her own kitchen. Get more design tips from this elegant-yet-practical space.

Sea Change

Want to give your kitchen a nautical style? Take some inspiration from this island home designed by Jennifer Heffel and the team at HB Design. The ocean-blue vertical tile and light fixture (peep the custom rope detail!) lend a touch of coastal charm. Tour this beachy West Vancouver residence.

Heavy Metal

No tile, no problem! The kitchen backsplashes in this Galiano Island cabin are made with hot-rolled steel, which perfectly complements the Douglas fir flooring and maple plywood millwork. Explore the rest of this shared family retreat.

Tile Takeover

Homeowner and designer Madeleine Sloback turned an awkward support beam into an asset when renovating her Vancouver kitchen, incorporating open shelving and extending the backsplash up the wall. When the tile is that gorgeous, you might as well make the most of it. See the before and after photos.