The blue is awesome (grey is too trendy)! The reason it stands out to you is perhaps because it's the only real colour there. Bring in the blue in a window treatment, a small appliance that sits on the counter, a pretty tray or area rug. Also, it is more appealing often if there are more than 2 colours - so right now you have a white and blue colour scheme - bring in red or orange or fushia - something from the other side of the spectrum (like you did with the yellow flowers but in a more permanent way)!

Stacked splashbacks always look wonderful!

Just wondering if anyone has used a shiplap style tile as a kitchen backsplash

I am worried about not having a backsplash esp for the hob. Does anyone have ideas for avoiding water from sink and cooking splashes hitting people sitting at the bar.