Simple white subway, laid herringbone for the splash. How about polished nickel for the knobs and pulls.

Agree with white or pale gray glass, maybe with a little sparkle, but probably just plain so it lightens the room and lets the countertop star.

That is an awesome counter top. I agree with everyone above about suggestions.

Love the counter top, absolutely stunning.

I think white backsplash may not bring out the hues in your granite; may feel too stark. I might go with a grey subway, but bring home lots of samples before you decide. In regards to hardware, I'd also bring home various styles and mix up the shapes you use bottom vs top or on drawers. In regards to the finish, consider the tap and lighting that you will be using and compliment them. Brass is back and it would pick up on the gold vein in your granite and is complimentary to blue and white as well.

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Your granite is the star of your kitchen. Don't go too busy with the backsplash as it will compete. Instead stay with a glass subway tile. Be care of white glass as it takes on a blueish/green tint which I don't think would look good with your granite. Don't forget under cabinet LED strip lights to show off the sparkle in your granite! Add colorful accents on the counter when done to draw out the colors in your counters.

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Metal backsplashes reflect light differently, and the colors of a granite countertop are often reflected on a metal backsplash, enhancing both the backsplash and the countertop.

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Good luck with your kitchen design!

Beautiful... we certainly are going to take this into consideration.