Christina Haack's Bold Choice For A Kitchen Backsplash Adds A Twist To Typical Subway Tile

Over the years, HGTV's Christina Haack's design aesthetic has evolved into a blend of modern meets minimal with a touch of coastal California mixed in. Typically, we see her utilizing more neutral color palettes with statement pieces and some bolder elements to add a visual focus to a room. It's because of her design evolution, that one of her more bold backsplash choices makes perfect sense. While there are plenty of creative backsplash ideas for your kitchen, Haack's daring choice might just work for you.

During an episode of "Christina in the Country," viewers were able to see her transform a kitchen in Tennessee with the use of dark, glossy subway tiles. Not only were the stone countertops a black color with veins of gold running through them, but she opted for subway tiles that matched in a glossy black finish. Often the subway tiles we see used in kitchens are white, but there are plenty of other options available on the market. However, it's clear that Haack wanted to go more bold with her choice in this room.

Although she has never gone this dark in a kitchen before, the choice worked with the rest of the room as a whole. The black subway tile blended with not only the countertops, but also the cabinetry and hardware throughout. Plus, as she pointed out, the window that was framed by the tiles allowed the outdoors to be pulled into the design as well. As she explained to HGTV, although this design may not work in every home, "the fact that you're surrounded by nature, it brings it in and it makes it warm and inviting even though it's so moody," she stated.

If you want to be daring with your choices, and find inspiration in the kitchen backsplashes that HGTV's Christina Haack loves, there are ways to channel these design choices without going for an all black kitchen. While Haack opted for a design that matched the rest of the kitchen, going bold doesn't mean being uniform in your color choices. With so many options for subway tiles, there are not only plenty of colors and materials that you can pick for your kitchen, but there are also creative ways to lay the tiles that will add depth and interest to your space.

One of the most important things to consider when picking your subway tiles is the size of the space where you will be adding them. You'll also want to consider the finish and texture of the tile as well. You might want to embrace a stunning subway tile backsplash alternative that Haack opted for in another makeover, and lay the tiles in a herringbone pattern. Or, you may want to get the same glossy finish as the black design, which works well for a kitchen, as it helps to add light to the space, even with the use of a dark tile. However, if you don't want that effect, there are matte tiles available, as well.

Besides an all black approach throughout, there are plenty of other options to make a statement with your backsplash. Even using the subway tiles as a contrasting focal point can make a big difference in your space. Or, you can choose tiles that compliment other features in your kitchen, from the cabinets to the countertops.