Ways to Incorporate Glass into Your Kitchen Design

You might take glass for granted in your kitchen design; it will inevitably be present as windows. But you can use this sleek substance in other ways as well. If you're looking for inspiration for your kitchen renovation, consider the following ways to incorporate glass into your designer kitchen plans. 

Splashback: Glass Tiles and Panels

One possibility is to use glass mosaic tiles on the splashback. These tiles may combine fingers of glass, natural stone, and stainless steel, and the glass pieces can be frosted or polished in different colours. For example, a tile may combine blush-toned glass with light grey-veined stone pieces. Alternatively, you could opt for glass tiles in darker shades of blue and charcoal. The glass pieces will add hints of sparkle to the splashback, and the combination of shapes and materials in the tiles will add texture to the room decor.

Instead of tiles, you could fit large glass panels over the splashback area. These sheets can be back-coloured to match the colour scheme of your kitchen. For example, the glass could be a subtle, faint beige or blue to blend with white cupboards. Alternatively, you could choose a geometric or abstract design in bold or soft colours. For a moody aesthetic, you could install black glass on the splashback. This may resemble other black tempered glass pieces on a stove or induction cooktop and add cohesion to the design.

Storage: Cupboards and Shelves

If you're looking for other ways to incorporate glass into your kitchen, consider the upper cupboard doors, for which you could use clear, frosted, or fluted glass. The door's transparency will let you see into the cupboards and create a sense of extra space in the room. For traditional decor, you could install doors with mullions and small glass panels. Or, for a more modern effect, you could eliminate the cupboard door frame and install a thick piece of frosted glass.

Open shelving provides more opportunities to incorporate glass into designer kitchens. Glass shelves add storage while maintaining an airy feel, as the glass subtly reflects light around the room. This shelving is versatile as it suits traditional, industrial, and modern designs. You can mix the glass shelves with other materials like metal or wooden clips and fill them with diverse elements such as plants or crockery. You don't have to worry about the glass breaking, as contractors can use ultra-strong tempered or laminated safety glass.

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