I like your white counter but I agree glass would be nice for backsplash.

This has to be one of the most asked questions I have seen on HOUZZ. What to select for counter tops and back splash? With your kitchen, however; you already have two different cabinet colors going on and then you have stainless steel appliances. This being such a small kitchen to begin with, I feel there is already a lot going on. So, neutralizing is the key here!
But before moving to that solution...you need to think about the cabinets as doing the concrete counter tops can be expensive and if the cabinets have seen better days...then, I would change them as well. Or you can just bring in new upper cabinets then same color as the bottom ones. Then think about the concrete charcoal color counter tops with glass subway tile in a white! I am also having a little trouble with the floor, as it looks like travertine...is that correct? If this is correct, this travertine tile is on the warm side of the color scheme and the rest of the ideas are more cooler tones...I think there could be a better plan for you...if I can help, please let me know...my company name is Interior Affairs 714-970-8000...we are located in Anaheim Hills, CA and have the ability to help anyone in the USA!

Hi,
Are the lower cabinets gray or white...hard to tell from photo. I'd like to see stainless steel strips tiles approx.1-2" wide by 4-6" long installed in a chevron pattern ( zigzag) The floor looks taupe to me, so I think the stainless steel would add some pizzazz and not compete with the other elements. You'll need extra for pattern, but you don't need much to begin with. I'd paint the was above the backsplash in photo 2 a grey flannel colour to keep the pizzazz happening.
Good luck,
Shaila

Google herringbone backsplash...there are lots of samples...just checked it out!

Some inspiration, very manly, I like the last pic, not too sure on the white subway tiles, last pic with concrete countertop, which is great and they are glass tile backsplash I think

First pic maybe same kitchen as last pic, love it

Nope different floors lol, you may still be able to keep top cabinets the same but paint the bottom ones

I like your cabinets and counters. If your counters are quartz I would leave them! White quartz is one of my favorites. Here are some backsplash ideas:

http://houzz.com/photos/6296320
http://houzz.com/photos/2701055
http://houzz.com/photos/3022068

The marble slab backsplash would look amazing in your place as would the stacked tile. Subway pattern is a bit more traditional and your kitchen seems to be more modern. You would probably have to remove the small backsplash that attached to your counter.

Agree with ycity, countertops, if quartz, are fine. A simple white backsplash and a few accessory items with some color would look great. Perhaps a colorful framed print on the wall to the left of the refrigerator would add a little life. Overall, I think your kitchen looks terrific.

I think you should go with the Carerra Marble countertops and the gray or tan glass subway tile.