I think any color you like would work. Have fun.

Two things jump out at me in looking at your room. One is the need for color and the other is the need for updated track lighting. There are some wonderful track lights available these days that are much smaller than the ones you have.

So you've asked for subway tile color suggestions. I'd like to see a color or a combination of colors used on your backsplash. Or you could continue the white and just paint the soffit and any nearby walls in an interesting color. That color could be repeated in accessories and/or a rug.
Carolyn Albert-Kincl, ASID

So many lovely choices!

So neutral currently that you can use the backsplash to make any statement you'd like to...pick a color or pattern that makes you happy :)

Love A Crew of Two's choices. I'm voting for something blue as well.

I like the idea of subway tile backsplash but I'd like to see you define the space as something other than neutral before you select your backsplash. For example, by simply removing the track lighting, painting the ceiling with a medium to light color of choice and adding some swank modern lighting (with dimmer control), you can transform a "neutral kitchen" into a modern culinary space.

Here are some examples of lighting I'm thinking of:




Don't look at the price you can always find something similar for less. I have more lighting selections that would be good for your kitchen on page two of http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/18693053/start=102/thumbs/Chandeliers--hand-selected-

Any color you like, but color for the backsplash.

Hi Stephanie....What colors are in the adjoining rooms???

Consider horizontal bead board? Then you can change the color whenever you want. I also would love more info about the other colors, climate (cool colors not good in gloomy climates) I agree lighting about the lighting advice above.

Stephanie you've inspired me to create a new Idea Book for kitchen backsplashes: http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/18874509/thumbs/Kitchen-Backsplashes--Greater-Milwaukee-Area-

I recommend a color that is pleasing to the eyes and not too bold. Wheat tones, soft blues or greens is what I recommend.
I also wrote a book called Can't Fail Color Schemes: Kitchens and Baths. There are photos of kitchens & baths of many different styles. It is great for visual inspiration and a lot if fun to look through, if you don't find a color solution you like, I would suggest giving it a try!

Hi Stephanie......Are you doing stainless appliances, and is the a black sink or just the space
waiting for the sink??? What is the countertop???

Since it's a lot easier to change the color of walls than it is to change the tiles of a backspalsh how about going more timeless/neutral with the backspalash and giving the walls the real color? See the image below for a classic color that would go nicely with white cabinets and countertops (Wedgewood). Whatever color you select for the walls will help you determine how formal or informal to go with the lighting.

Cool Backsplash Ideas (though I do love the herringbone marble tiles Glass Tile Store suggested above):

Cool Backsplash Ideas (though I do love the herringbone marble tiles Glass Tile Store suggested above):