The kitchen is the heart of any home. Not only does it serve our utilitarian needs, but it also doubles as a home office, family zone for homework and catching up at the end of the day, as well as a key area for entertaining. If you’re looking to renovate this multi-functional, multi-faceted room, then let’s take a look at some of the trends you’ll be seeing this year and beyond.
Colour
From customized storage solutions to coffee stations and bar areas for entertaining, kitchens have evolved into highly stylized spaces that reflect our personality and the way we live.
When it comes to cabinets, colour is definitely the way to go. The stand-out colour this year is blue. Whether it’s a daring shade of navy, cobalt or teal, blue is popping up in kitchens everywhere. Though some of these shades are quite bold, blue is still a colour that is both comfortable and serene; as long as it’s not overdone.
Wood accents
Beautiful marbles, quartz and warm wood tones are still a mainstay in our kitchens. Wood flooring is a definite, but so is adding wood accents in other areas of your space. A beautiful wood with a natural grain for a large island countertop can be a wonderful centrepiece, as can a beautifully grained walnut as an accent detail to portions of cabinetry. Accenting your bold-toned blue cabinetry with touches of a warm gold for your hardware will make it stand out even more.
Backsplash
When it comes to your kitchen backsplash, I’m a big lover of Zellige tile. This is a wonderful tile, most often square in shape and highly lustrous with a pattern of irregular lines that evokes a desirous hand-made vibe. The tile is simplistic and calm, yet offers so much texture and interest in a space without being a prominent pattern.
Eclectic vibe
Blending different eras creates a unique look, so don’t hesitate to introduce vintage finds or antique collectibles to your more contemporary kitchen. Find some great salvaged barstools and re-cover them in a funky bold pattern. A great antique cabinet can be painted a trendy colour and turned into a bar in a modern space.
Whichever way you decide to design and accessorize your kitchen, this is definitely the year to inject some uniqueness into your space and make it all your own!