Asian Inspired Backsplash - Photos & Ideas

Asian influences blended with native plantings helped create this garden, which we call Prairie-fusion. Water is the main focus of the garden, which falls and flows creating both visual and audial impact. Colorful koi dot the dark waters which reflect light and landscape. Choices in construction material were made to enhance a rustic look while touches of Japanese-inspired influences were appropriately placed to introduce an exotic feel. In keeping with the traditional Japanese gardens, raked rocks and boulders simulate islands in water. While inspired by the East, the garden is rooted firmly in the Midwestern landscape, surrounded and softened by plants native to woodlands and wetlands, including ferns, sedges, wild columbine, blue flag iris, horsetail rush, water lilies and native maples. A ramp leading up to the decking combined both reclaimed railroad ties and gravel, tying in the two solid ground influences in the garden. Live moss was used heavily on boulders and wood creating the illusion of a garden which has been tucked away, living and growing for a long time. Photo by Larry Carnes

Sophisticated Nostalgia Kitchen in Deer Park

Advance Design Studio, Ltd.

When this suburban family decided to renovate their kitchen, they knew that they wanted a little more space. Advance Design worked together with the homeowner to design a kitchen that would work for a large family who loved to gather regularly and always ended up in the kitchen! So the project began with extending out an exterior wall to accommodate a larger island and more moving-around space between the island and the perimeter cabinetry. Style was important to the cook, who began collecting accessories and photos of the look she loved for months prior to the project design. She was drawn to the brightness of whites and grays, and the design accentuated this color palette brilliantly with the incorporation of a warm shade of brown woods that originated from a dining room table that was a family favorite. Classic gray and white cabinetry from Dura Supreme hits the mark creating a perfect balance between bright and subdued. Hints of gray appear in the bead board detail peeking just behind glass doors, and in the application of the handsome floating wood shelves between cabinets. White subway tile is made extra interesting with the application of dark gray grout lines causing it to be a subtle but noticeable detail worthy of attention. Suede quartz Silestone graces the countertops with a soft matte hint of color that contrasts nicely with the presence of white painted cabinetry finished smartly with the brightness of a milky white farm sink. Old melds nicely with new, as antique bronze accents are sprinkled throughout hardware and fixtures, and work together unassumingly with the sleekness of stainless steel appliances. The grace and timelessness of this sparkling new kitchen maintains the charm and character of a space that has seen generations past. And now this family will enjoy this new space for many more generations to come in the future with the help of the team at Advance Design Studio. Photographer: Joe Nowak Dura Supreme Cabinetry

Melding Myriad Materials into a Cohesive Space

Jennifer Gilmer Kitchen & Bath

Design by #JGKB in McLean, Virginia. Photography by Bob Narod.
Large transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor open concept kitchen photo in DC Metro with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and limestone backsplash

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Asian Ambiance

Gelotte Architecture

• Before - 2,300 square feet • After – 3,800 square feet • Remodel of a 1930’s vacation cabin on a steep, lakeside lot • Asian-influenced Arts and Crafts style architecture compliments the owner’s art and furniture collection • A harmonious design blending stained wood, rich stone and natural fibers • The creation of an upper floor solved access problems while adding space for a grand entry, office and media room • The new staircase, with its Japanese tansu-style cabinet and widened lower sculpture display steps, forms a partitioning wall for the two-story library

Asian Inspired Master Bathroom Renovation

Classic Home Improvements

This La Mesa Master Bathroom Remodel was remodeled to give a unique modern look. A lightwood floating vanity was installed along with new porcelain wood tile. The shower walls have a light wood porcelain tile walls and glass liner. The shower head and valves are modern and detachable to be used as a hand shower as well. This unique bathroom offers a zen feel that will help anyone unwind after a long day. Photos by John Gerson. www.choosechi.com

Asian Style Living Room Nook

China Furniture and Arts

The intricately hand carved panel serves as a great centerpiece in any room. It compliments the Ming hand carved chair. The distressed green sideboard add energy to any space.

Hidden electric outlets

Susan Wagner Designs

By mounting an outlet strip directly under the cabinets, the backsplash design is uninterrupted.
Example of a mid-sized arts and crafts galley ceramic tile eat-in kitchen design in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, metallic backsplash, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink and a peninsula