After enjoying their moment in the spotlight, trends become outdated, and a new trend is always waiting in the wings to take their place. However, what was once considered passe now is enjoying a surge in popularity among a new group of appreciative designers and homeowners. One thing to keep in mind is that these styles have evolved over the years and may not look the same as when they first arrived on the scene. Here are five classic kitchen trends that are making a comeback to inspire your next renovation.
Natural wood tones
What could be more inviting and homier than natural wood? While painted kitchen cabinets are a timeless and budget-friendly option, designers are seeing stained wood cabinets being requested more often by their clients. If you do not want to go through the expense of replacing your kitchen cabinets, there still are creative ways to bring the look into the heart of the home. Places to bring natural wood tones into the kitchen include floating shelves for extra storage, a pantry door, wooden stools around an island, or wood accents on your kitchen table or island. Designers are blending different woods as well as using paint and wood together. Consider painted overhead cabinets with natural wood cabinets under the counter. A butcher block table or island top works well for prep work while adding a touch of natural wood to the ecofriendly aesthetic.
Eat-in kitchens
While formal dining rooms are the traditional room for having meals, eat-in kitchens and breakfast nooks are coming back into vogue. With their cozy built-in bench seating, breakfast nooks offer a sense of privacy, especially in an open floor plan. They also double as places to do homework, spaces to work at home and areas for food prep. No wonder they have become a popular eating and seating choice for busy families.
Old-school details
Designers are noticing clients' preferences for adding antique details in their kitchens. Whether it's a gently used butcher block island or vintage cabinet hardware, these small, practical details infuse the room with a sense of tradition and charm. Vintage copper cookware in good condition is also much sought after by cooks for its visual beauty and ability to heat quickly and evenly.
Curves ahead
While clean kitchen lines have been popular for quite some time, curves and arches are creating a softer, more serene look in the room. The style can be pulled off in several ways, including by adding an arched doorway, a curved kitchen island, arched cabinets, or a round kitchen table or breakfast nook. Lighting and accessories are other ways to embrace the curve. An all-in-one round pendant light with extractor fan is one that makes a statement while having a useful function.
Bold countertops
Once all the rage, white marble countertops with their hard-to-maintain beauty now have taken a back seat to countertops with bold colors and textures. Granite has moved into the forefront, but with a fresh look. Homeowners are avoiding the speckled granite of yesterday in favor of a cleaner surface. Since each piece of granite is one of a kind, the slab you select will be unique to your kitchen's personality.
Classic kitchen design never really goes out of style; it is just waiting to be discovered in the present by a new generation of designers and homeowners ready to redefine the past with a contemporary spin. Contact us for more inspiration for renewing your classic kitchen.
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