Were not ashamed to admit we save, pin, and heart countless beautifully designed kitchens on our social media feeds. (We may not be in the middle of a renovation, but we can still dream, right?) So we were pumped when the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) recentlyreleased its 2024 Kitchen Trends report, which is a compilation of key insights from 630 industry professionals, like designers, manufacturers, contractors, and architects.
The report reveals the anticipated trends for the next three years (yes, you read that correctly! Three years!) in products, materials, and finishes for residential kitchens. In general, warm neutrals, lighter woods, and earth tones are growing in popularity, while stark white kitchens, gray cabinets, over-the-range microwaves, and trash compactors are on their way out. Read on to find out more details on what youll see in the newly designed kitchens of 2024.
For a while there, it seemed like black hardware was going to take the leading spot in terms of finish colors, but according to nearly 50 percent of respondents in the NKBA survey, gold will be number one for faucets, followed by stainless steel and black. When it comes to the actual finish, matte, brushed, or satin will be preferredprobably because they hide smudges and fingerprints way better than polished finishes! And on a related note, if youre curious about sink trends, the ultra cool workstation kitchen sink, (which usually features cutting boards, strainers, and drying rack) is becoming immensely popular.
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The appeal behind the slab trend is very easy to see, or at least 61 percent of NKBA respondents see the appeal: Yes, it looks incredibly luxe, but there are also no grout lines to clean! Just a quick wipe means easy maintenance. One of the most popular slab choices is quartz. Other popular backsplash alternatives are patterned tile (like hex, chevron, and herringbone) and subway designs. In general, backsplash colors will feature warm neutrals, earth tones, and muted colors.
Peter Valli; Design by Jeanne Chung of CozyStylishChic
Bye, bye white kitchens! Well, sort of. Stark white kitchens are out, and creamy whites are in, in addition to wood tones. But the color thats really taking over for 32 percent of respondents is green, probably partly due to the rise in biophilic design, which tries to integrate nature into decor. Vicky Serany, co-founder of Southern Studio and NKBA member, says, The earthy comfort of green has been embraced by our clients recently. We have blended green cabinetry with natural wood and even creamy whites. For those clients who are a bit cautious of committing to green cabinetry, weve used a rich green backsplash with neutral painted cabinets with beautiful results.
The DIY trend of slapping a coat of paint onto cabinets is now fading into the distance, and were all hopping on the plain wood bandwagon. Jeanne Chung, principal designer of CozyStylishChic and NKBA member, confirms this saying, Natural wood is a must in the kitchen to give warmth. White oak and walnut have been at the top of the list in terms of trending wood species, and were also starting to use alder, as it stains nicely, has a nice grain pattern, and it does well in both modern and traditional settings. It has a neutral tone and doesn't feel as heavy and dated like some of the other wood species out there. In terms of cabinet style, NKBA reports that contemporary, modern, mid-century, and Scandinavian designs will be popular. Think flat panel designs that are free of hardware and feature push-to-open technology.
Adam Kane Macchia Photography; Design by Sarah Robertson of Studio Dearborn and AKBD
Music to our Real Simple ears: Tricked out cabinetry that prioritizes organization is in high demand. According to NKBA, more than 50 percent of respondents are looking for walk-in, butler, and built-in pantries! And 37 percent of homeowners want cabinets with customizable drawer dividers and partitions. Theres also a desire for more floor to ceiling cabinetry and deep lower cabinets to help maximize storage, plus more drawers and built in charging stations to improve cabinet functionality.
Dustin Peck Photography; Design by Vicky Serany of Southern Studio
Another microtrend thats on the rise? Beverage stations like coffee cabinets, smoothie centers, and wine bars. 60 percent of NKBA respondents anticipate adding this feature into their design layouts. The beauty of this trend is it can be quite simple, with just a little alcove dedicated to your choice of hydration, or it can be built out to include a mini fridge, sink, and other features.
Peter Valli; Design by Jeanne Chung of CozyStylishChic
A whopping 73 percent of respondents voted quartz as their countertop material of choice. Runners-up include quartzite, granite, sintered stone, and marble. Quartz is an easy-to-clean surface thats incredibly stain-resistant and heat-tolerant. Traditional countertop edges (like bullnose, beveled, or square) will still reign but waterfall styles will also be popular. In general, countertop colors will be lighter than cabinets and be honed or matte. According to NKBA, both natural and engineered surfaces will be popular.
Weve discussed before the importance of layered lighting when it comes to other spaces in the home, but it can be just as impactful in the kitchen. Designers are now folding more layers of lighting into their plans, including ambient, decorative, and nighttime lighting. Designer and NKBA member Julee Ireland says, Lighting is the jewelry to your home and creating layers from the ground up is so important. I love to use soft LED base lighting, especially around the island, under-cabinet lighting, cove lighting, and then something unique and spectacular over the kitchen island, and some wall sconces depending on the design. Technology is also playing a huge role with the lighting selections people are makingfixtures now need to come equipped with features like motion sensing, voice activation, and programmability to fit peoples lifestyles and schedules. When it comes to how lighting looks though, 54 percent of folks are opting for gold, brass, or copper fixture colors. Runners-up include black and silver.
Quiet luxury has taken on a whole new meaning in the kitchen. Designers are now extremely mindful of the noise levels their appliances emit, in addition to other raucous design elements like banging cabinet doors. For example, when looking for new dishwashers, nearly 65 percent favor an ultra-quiet model, while 41 percent are ditching the noisy trash compactor for standard pull-out receptacles. Soft push-to-open cabinet technology remains popular with almost 44 percent agreeing that homeowners are enjoying this clean approach to hardware.
Stacey Van Barkel Photography; Design by Vicky Serany of Southern Studio
In not-so-surprising news, stainless steel is still dominating the kitchen. There was a slight uptick of other appliance finishes (like glossy white and matte black) in recent years that hinted at a possible shift but we were mistaken! Stainless steel is still the number one choice, followed by paneling to match cabinet faces. If youre wondering what styles will trend: French door refrigerators will continue to be popular, and refrigerator drawers are becoming more mainstream. Gas ranges are on the decline, and invisible induction cooktops integrated into countertops are now in demand.
Adam Kane Macchia Photography; Design by Sarah Robertson, AKBD
Something you mightve noticed lately in high-end kitchens is fancy hoodsits a unique way to make a kitchen feel truly custom. According to NKBA, 67 percent of designers will choose to make it a focal point using wood, stainless steel, or a mix of materials or metals. 56 percent elected to make it a wood or painted wood, followed by stainless at 51 percent.
Rebecca McAlpin; Design by Lori Kurnitsky, NCIDQ with co-designers Olga Carlson and Michele Plachter
Kitchen islands arent exactly a new concept, but theyre getting bigger and better, with designers incorporating more storage, electronic features, seating, meal prep space, and more. 56 percent of respondents have plans to add a kitchen island or maximize the size of an existing one in future projects. In addition to functional needs, islands are becoming a design focal point with distinct color cabinetry and/or countertop. On that note, Ireland says, The island is a focal point and an opportunity to create a work of art by using a unique piece of stone, contrasting colors, or materials. I see it evolving into different shapes with the use of unique and textural cabinetry, like a fine furniture piece for your kitchen. Sarah Robertson, principal designer of Studio Dearborn, adds, I have seen interesting developments in island design trending away from all in a row island seating and towards wrap-around seating, which has always been a favorite layout of mine.
Reid Rolls; Design by Sandra Gjesdahl
This goes back to biophilic design, which we mentioned earlier. People are wanting to connect more with nature, and large windows, glass doors and window walls will help bring the outdoors into the kitchen. 66 percent of survey takers will work in larger windows on projects.
Its hard to write a trend story nowadays without touching on sustainability, as so many industry professionals are now making it a part of their mission statements. In fact, 51 percent of respondents consider the longevity of products when purchasing big-ticket items like appliances, with the ultimate goal of fewer replacements. Meanwhile, designers are aiming to reduce consumption through water-conserving and energy-efficient products. And when renovating a kitchen, more homeowners are donating their used products, with 43.5 percent of survey respondents reporting that they donated cabinetry and 37 percent reporting that they donated appliances. On a micro level, designers are prioritizing storage for recycling (52.5 percent) and composting (23 percent) in kitchens.
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