7 Kitchen Trends You Will See in 2021
The idea of a new kitchen is very exciting for many people, but this is especially true this year, after having been home more than usual for the past year. The more time we spend at home, the more our small annoyances turn into big ones! If you're planning a kitchen remodel in the near future, it's good to be on the lookout for the latest trends to get a better idea of what you want in your home. The possibilities are almost limitless.
Our team has compiled the seven kitchen trends that will be seen everywhere in 2021. Whether you are looking for trendy colors, new fittings or styles in the spotlight, you will find something to satisfy your curiosity!
Storage Walls for an Organized Kitchen
Rather than installing a multitude of cabinets, we opt for large cabinets, which will occupy the wall from floor to ceiling. This solution is perfect for those who do not have the space to set up a large pantry.
Pro Advice: Having beautiful large cabinets is all well and good, but you have to know how to maximize them! Install pull-out drawers to facilitate organization. You can even install electrical outlets inside so that small appliances can be plugged in for use and then hidden away again.
Natural Materials
The quality of the materials is undoubtedly one of the focal points of new kitchen trends. The whole kitchen adopts a more minimalist style in order to highlight your selected materials. We choose wood, marble, quartz – any material reminiscent of nature. On the ceramic side, matte finishes are also popular. The patterns are discreet. We also see very lustrous ceramics appearing, but those with more irregular shapes and lines.
Pro Advice: Make sure to choose a finish that won't be too polished, but rather matte. We really like marble with very prominent veins or terrazzo with large pieces, all in warm tones.
The Return of Traditional Styles
In recent times, there has been a comeback of traditional styles. Having previously given way to modern and immaculate white kitchens, this style offers a warmer atmosphere. As the kitchen is defined even more as the centerpiece of the house in 2020 and 2021, we are looking for an environment that is as functional as it is welcoming. In this style, it's the details that are in the spotlight!
Pro Advice: To achieve this style, we choose shaker style cabinets and adorn them with pulls in brass colors. We often see traditional kitchens with green or blue cabinets; otherwise, we keep to neutral tones like cream, white or pale gray. The traditional style pairs beautifully with white marble.
Original Pulls
Luxury is in the details as the saying goes, and in 2021, the handles will be the star. Original shapes, cutouts directly in the doors; in short, the only limit is your imagination. Too often forgotten, the pulls will be in front this year!
Pro Advice: We choose handles that are consistent with the style of the kitchen. For contemporary or minimalist kitchens, you can choose sleek models. Alternatively, we can make cutouts directly in the cabinet doors. For more traditional styles, the choices are almost endless!
Hoods Are Hidden
Since hoods are usually not very aesthetic, designers have taken the opportunity to hide them in the kitchen of 2021! Indeed, we can integrate them into the cabinets or cover the duct so that it appears to be part of the wall. Some even continue wall tiles over the hood wall or choose natural materials like marble to cover it.
Pro Advice: Before drawing your kitchen plans, work with your contractor to find the best way to hide the hood. Care must be taken not to reduce its effectiveness and ensure it is still easy to change if necessary.
Colors in the Spotlight in 2021
In 2021, we prioritize tones that remind us of nature. Browns, grays and beiges will be very fashionable. Without being completely monochrome, the kitchens remain on neutral palettes, in order to put materials in the spotlight. For the faucet, we choose warm tones such as gold, copper, champagne or even black or anthracite gray. In all cases, we prioritize a matte finish rather than a glossy one. When we talk about warm colors, we are not necessarily talking about paint, but also the accessories and materials.
Pro Advice: If you want to add color, dark blue, plum and pine green will be the colors of choice. You can integrate them with just one element, like a colored kitchen island, or go all-in using that color as the dominant one for the room.
A New Faucet Color
Ever seen a white faucet?! After experiencing great popularity, the opposite of the still relevant matte black faucet is popping up in kitchens. This color is perfect if you want the faucet to be visually camouflaged – to blend in with your white backsplash, for example.
Pro Advice: Integrate the faucet into a more architectural, contemporary kitchen style.
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