A Japandi kitchen keeps its materials few and its choices deliberate, and large format porcelain across the floor fits that approach well. Available in wood, stone, cement, or plain finishes, it offers a calm, low maintenance surface that lets the rest of the room stay quiet and considered.
Where a little more texture is welcome is on the splashback and surrounds, where a subtly patterned or textured tile can add depth behind the hob and sink without disturbing the room's calm. In smaller kitchens, that same texture on the floor can bring gentle interest to the space. Given how much a kitchen deals with day to day, a tiled surface remains the most practical protection against spills and splashes. A soft oatmeal or warm grey tone tends to suit this style wonderfully, keeping the whole kitchen feeling calm and warm.