Over the years, we have witnessed some really great design trends that lasted many years, and some that couldn’t go out of style fast enough. 2022 is quickly approaching, and with that, let's look at some of the anticipated trends for kitchen design.
Minimalism has been a popular trend for the last few years, and it looks like it's going to be here to stay for a while. In the kitchen, this looks like:
Clean, clutter-free counter spaces. We are going to see more “appliance garages” to hide small appliances like the toaster and air fryer.
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A really interesting trend that takes minimalism one step further: hidden kitchens
Additionally, disguising major appliances as cabinets will continue to gain popularity.
In more modern kitchens, hardware will be phased out. Push-to-open cabinets may start to replace the need for traditional cabinet pulls.
Large, organized pantries are in high demand, for both new builds and home renovations.
In a true pursuit of minimalism, open shelves are starting to replace traditional upper cabinets in the kitchen. They give the kitchen a more light and airy appearance, as opposed to the closed-off feeling cabinets can give in a small space. These shelves can be a way to decorate functionally, displaying dishes, cookware, or ingredients, or recipe books.
Colors + Finishes for the Kitchen
Everyone has their own unique taste when it comes to the finishing touches of their kitchens, but here are some of the popular trends for 2022:
White cabinets will continue to be a timeless choice, but natural wood finishes and neutral colors will increase in popularity
Sage green and midnight blue will be in high demand
Matte finishes are preferred for their clean look
Wood floors (especially low maintenance options such as luxury vinyl plank) and large tiles will continue to be consumers’ top picks
Two tone cabinets! Typically white or a light neutral on upper cabinets, and a darker or bolder color on the lower ones
Darker finishes for faucets + cabinet pulls
Contrasting colors throughout the room to avoid the “sterile” appearance of one color
Trends That Apply to the Whole House:
Open concept floor plans have been around for a while now, but many homes are taking it a step further to create a seamless flow from room to room. Many homeowners are phasing out their L-shaped kitchen in favor of a more linear layout, further blurring the boundaries of each “room”.
Smart home technology is continuing to integrate into every room of the house, and the kitchen is no exception. Smart refrigerators, Wi-Fi-enabled coffee machines, app-controlled meat thermometers, toothbrushes that let you know how well you brush, the list goes on and on!
Sustainable sourcing/eco-friendly products and materials will be more important than ever for many consumers.
Biophilic design- According to Metropolis Magazine, “Biophilic design seeks to connect our inherent need to affiliate with nature in the modern built environment. An extension of the theory of biophilia, biophilic design recognizes that our species has evolved for more than 99% of its history in adaptive response to the natural world and not to human created or artificial forces. We became biologically encoded to associate with natural features and processes. Rather than being vestigial – or relevant to a world that no longer exists – this need is thought to remain instrumental to people’s physical and mental health, fitness, and wellbeing”. This can easily be achieved through houseplants, natural lighting, and good ventilation indoors.