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A navy tile backsplash in an otherwise all-white kitchen. The space has a seafaring vibe, but it's not at all like a galley.

Glazed marine-blue backsplash tiles give an otherwise neutral kitchen extra dimension. The crisp white and natural wood surfaces keep the focus on that gorgeous stroke of color.

This simple white kitchen is elevated with a timeless cobalt-blue tile backsplash from countertop to ceiling. Opting for a few shelves and the drama of all that tile instead of upper cabinets led to a simply luxurious kitchen.

2. Are you an avowed lover of Scandinavian design? Midnight blue is still for you. Just use it as a glossy accent to add some sophisticated color that pops against your sleek whites without being overtly bright. Notice how the gloss of the subway tiles bounces light just as well as all the white surfaces. The same effect can be achieved with glaze over paint.