Kitchens are a high-traffic area in our homes, so of course we want them to be appealing and blend with the rest of our home decor. Check out this kitchen that has chosen a granite backsplash above slate countertops and white cabinetry. The designer placed three medium brown floating shelves in the corner of the upper cabinetry to add more color and texture. Linda, a home decor enthusiast, agrees, “I would do an open shelf strictly for design [and] use it for accessories.”