In a Moroccan kitchen, pattern usually leads the way: think bold geometric splashbacks in cobalt, terracotta, or emerald, paired with a calmer floor that lets the walls do the visual work. Large format porcelain, available in wood, stone, cement, and plain finishes, makes a practical and easy to maintain base underfoot.
Decorative tiles come into their own behind the hob and across worktops, where a run of intricate pattern brings warmth and craft to the room's busiest wall. In smaller kitchens, carrying a patterned tile across the floor as well can add real character where a single large format slab might feel underwhelming. Given that the kitchen sees more spills and splashes than any other room, a properly tiled surface remains the most practical way to protect it while still looking the part.