It’s a question I ask early in the selection process: what do you want people to notice first when they walk into your kitchen? There is really no wrong answer, just a matter of personal preference. I’ve used backsplash material to concentrate a person’s gaze, counters, pieces of art, even nothing at all. Here are a few examples of the most common focal points to create for your kitchen:
1. Backsplash
Probably the most common focal point created. A little splurge on eye-catching tile can be just the thing to set off a room,
![](https://www.duncanscreativekitchens.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/Glass-Tiles-in-Watery-Blues-Bring-the-Ocean-Indoors.jpg)
but nothing says the backsplash has to be made out of tile either.
![](https://www.duncanscreativekitchens.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/Granite-Backsplash-Creates-Drama-without-Overshadowing.jpg)
2. Countertop
Usually done with natural stone that has a little bit of oomph.
![](https://www.duncanscreativekitchens.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/Bold-Movement-in-Granite-Counters-Become-a-Natural-Attention-Grabber.jpg)
Of course, there are exceptions to every rule.
![](https://www.duncanscreativekitchens.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/Bold-Primary-Color-Countertop.jpg)
3. Architectural Detail
This can allow you to work around a unique element of your existing room.
![](https://www.duncanscreativekitchens.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/Arched-Doorway-Draws-Your-Attention.jpg)
But you can also create an architectural detail specifically to become the highlight of your kitchen.
![](https://www.duncanscreativekitchens.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/Create-an-Architectural-Detail.jpg)
4. Negative Space
Sometimes intentionally leaving some space unused allows a client to put their personal twist on things.
![](https://www.duncanscreativekitchens.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/Bold-Colors-Draw-Attention-to-Negative-Space-with-High-Ceilings.jpg)
Even in a small kitchen, negative space can often be used as storage at the same time.
![](https://www.duncanscreativekitchens.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/Negative-Space-Doubles-as-Storage.jpg)
If you don’t have a kitchen focal point worth looking at, we can help you. Contact us to get started. We’d love to hear from you.