Scandi kitchens lean on light and simplicity: pale wood effect or plain porcelain floors, soft white or grey splashbacks, and very little visual noise beyond the natural grain or texture of the tile itself. Large format porcelain makes a practical, easy to maintain kitchen floor, available in wood, stone, cement, and plain finishes that all suit this understated palette.
Decorative tiles still have a role, most often as a subtle patterned splashback behind the hob or sink that adds a little texture without overwhelming a clean scheme. In smaller kitchens, a softly patterned floor tile can bring gentle character where a plain slab might feel a touch flat. The kitchen takes more spills than any other room in the house, and a properly tiled surface remains the most practical way to protect it.