A touch of gloss in the kitchen adds the ultimate in modern design, according to one interiors firm.Obelisk says a splash of gloss, such as a shiny splash back in the kitchen, is the latest in interior design.Design director Lesley Watt says One of the biggest advantages of gloss is that it adds extra richness to your home.It is versatile and not limited to furniture, Ms Watt adds, but should be used sparingly.Gloss offers the best effects when it is used as a feature piece of furniture or as one element of the kitchen, she advises.In that way extra richness can be created without spoiling the overall look.Ms Watt adds that a lacquered splash back or high-gloss tiles can be combines with glass or metal for a modern look, breathing life into a tired home.Recent research by LV= shows that the average spend on home improvements is 5,249.