19 kitchen splashback ideas from stylish homes in New Zealand

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13 August 2023

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If you're thinking about renovating your kitchen or are building one from scratch, one area that you'll want to consider carefully is the kitchen splashback. While every kitchen needs one, the design and stylistic potential is seldom realised. That is, aside from a few stand-out projects we've found throughout New Zealand.
The mirrored splashback in this stunning kitchen in Matakana creates a wonderful illusion of space — Photography: Jamie Cobel
Botanical patterns on this printed glass splashback creates welcoming vibes in this classy kitchen in Kumeu.
This porcelain stone splashback looks great from inside and outside the incredible Furze House.
The metal coated glass splashback in this Remuera kitchen is bold, robust and contemporary.
Bringing street art into the home in a completely unique way.
A thoroughly convincing take on the brick splashback in this clever kitchen renovation.
Mesmerising shades of grey on the kitchen wall of the inspiring Castor Bay Stream House.
Spicing it up with this smoking chilli splashback on printed glass.
The classic subway tile splashback always delivered, clearly demonstrated here in this lovely kitchen of a Devonport home.
Mosaic tile form with the lustre of aluminium — the best of both worlds with this kitchen splashback of this luxury home.
A handy and stylish chalkboard splashback in the modern Parklands Kitchen.
A great execution of colour featuring a blue splashback with copper marbling.
Square patterned tiles take centre stage in this immaculate kitchen in St Heliers.
A stunning use of a splashback niche using hanging plants in this kitchen in Pauanui.
A 1970's kitchen renovation using a divine approach to its use of marble through kitchen island and splashback — Photography: Mark Scowen Photography
Adding texture and depth with 3D tiles in this stylish kitchen in Christchurch — Photography: Kate Claridge Photography
A stunning splashback that reflects its equally stunning surroundings in the Whakaipo Valley.
A splashback that features a map as a tribute to the region in this cosy home in Ohakune —Photography: Glyn Hubbard Photography
This unique splashback tile arrangement creates a focal point for the eye, enhancing the spaciousness of this exquisite kitchen in St Marys Bay.