FRESH DIRECTIONS

1 GLAZED TILE SPLASHBACKS

A tiled splashback is nothing new, but there will be a shift away from matt finishes and towards gloss. A glazed tile is not just easy to clean – it will also reflect the light around the room, with effective results regardless of the colour. Interior designer Natalia Miyar had these richly hued green tiles handmade in Florence. ‘Paired with the rustic wood and marble work surface, they create a really beautiful contrast with the earthy colours, as well as adding different layers of texture to the space,’ she explains. You don’t need to use a