For your kitchen to look the best it possibly can, it's important to pay attention to trends in design. In an effort to help you keep on top of them, we are dedicating this post to exploring all the popular things that people are doing in their kitchens.
It's all about eco-friendly and low maintenance in kitchens lately. This includes a warm, inviting atmosphere, the incorporation of unexpected materials and textures, clean lines, simple designs, and attention to detail, repurposed finishings, sustainable materials, and energy-saving appliances.
Color schemes are all fairly in the same ballpark, with white as the first preferred, off white as second, and grays as third. These colors offer a clean design that lights up well, creating a bright environment to entertain guests and cook in. Also, because they're neutrals, it makes it easier to be compatible with all sorts of appliances and cabinetry.
As far as counter-tops go, quartz is the top choice, due to it's durability and patterning. Other common choices are porcelain and ceramic, especially ones that resemble stone, wood and fabric; concrete; and butcher block wood. Additionally, the concept of the social kitchen is big right now, which advocates a comfortable and convenient room with natural textures that make it approachable and comfortable.
Space, as illustrated by the concept of the social kitchen, is seen simultaneously as an efficient place to cook as well as a flexible entertainment space. To promote comfort, cushioned seating can be incorporated into the island. Additionally, a bistro-style open layout makes the kitchen more conducive for conversation. This is partly driven by a growing interest in food and cooking among Americans, which means that guests are likely to be interested in the process as well as the results.
For cabinetry, light-colored cabinets were the top choice. This include white painted cabinets (to go along with your white scheme). Additionally, two-tone cabinets and hydraulic doors are popularly implemented into cabinetry.
A popular alternative to cabinets is open shelving. This allows your prized plates to be displayed for all to admire. You may have to dust your china more often, but it makes the space look much bigger.
Appliances are growing increasingly sophisticated, as is the demand for them. It is also popular to integrate them into the counter areas for max appeal of the kitchen. Also, appliances in pastel colors are becoming more popular to liven up the kitchen space - though stainless steel remains popular!
As far as sinks go, touch-activated and pull-out faucets are increasingly popular. many finishes are used, even previously uncommon ones like brass, copper, and ceramics.
There's even more on the trends of kitchen design in the infographic below, so be sure to check it out! We hope this post was enough to get you started on designing your kitchen to look great!
