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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As Northside Drive travelers may have noticed, a Berkeley Park infill development has recently started delivering hillside townhomes that are being marketed as the finest west of Atlantic Station. With prices to match.

Tucked off Northside Drive, just south of Interstate 75, the 622 Bellemeade Avenue project is called The Berkeleys as a nod to its neighborhood.

The Long Real Estate Developers venture is replacing a brick bungalow and small, neighboring parking lot. A shopping-center cove that includes food options Little Azio and Grecian Gyro is located across the street, to the north.

Lisa Collins, the Atlanta Fine Homes Sothebys International Realty listing agent, tells Urbanize Atlanta four of The Berkeleys 11 townhomes are finished now.

The remaining seven will be delivered through this coming winter and spring, according to Collins.

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The project's Bellemeade Avenue location just south of Interstate 75. Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International Realty

Current prices range from $845,000 up to $880,000. One of the homes has been sold to date, per marketing materials.

As new townhome options west of Midtown go, that places The Berkeleys between the priciest units at the Chelsea Westside project and those at The Interlock.

In Berkeley Park, those prices buy townhomes with roughly 2,500 square feet, topped with roof terraces (outdoor kitchens not included) facing the city.

All options at The Berkeleys have three bedrooms and two and bathrooms, with fenced-in courtyards off the kitchen and family room level.

Other perks are listed as two-car garages, skylights over stairwells, quartz countertops, and soft-close cabinetry.

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As Collins points out, the projects location is a few blocks from the Atlanta BeltLines Northwest Trail. BeltLine and PATH Foundation leadership finalized the route that trail will take last year, and BeltLine officials have recently said the first segment could begin construction this year.

For a closer look at what listings call"the most desirable townhome community in West Midtown's Berkeley Park,"head up to the gallery.

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If you think a toaster oven only comes in handy when you need to reheat a slice of pizza or crisp up an extra large bagel without squishing, its time to take another look. Theyre capable of so much more including air frying thanks to the trend of multi-ovens and convection toaster ovens.

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For the second Amazon Prime Day of the year, you may have the perfect opportunity to grab a toaster oven as we head into cozy, colder weather. Theyre a convenient countertop option to warm, toast, bake, broil, dehydrate, and reheat your favorite foods, especially on those days when firing up your big oven feels like itll be a whole thing.

Brands on sale include Instant Pot, KitchenAid, Ninja, DeLonghi, Calphalon, Panasonic, Oster, and more. So whether you need a smart toaster oven that can fit a whole pizza and has a dozen presets, or just a simple one for crisping some bread, theres probably one of these handy appliances on sale for Prime Day that will do as much or as little as you need it to.

Here are the best Prime Day deals we found on toaster ovens and air fryer toaster ovens.

If counter space is at a premium in your kitchen but youve just gotta have all the gadgets, then an air fryer toaster oven may let you have the best of both the trendy method of convection cooking along with a bigger toaster all in one appliance. If youre already devoted to all things Instant Pot, the Instant Omni Air Fryer Combo is being discounted by 45%, and Calphalon has three options offering between 20 and 35% savings. If youre looking for a simple and sleek design, check out KitchenAids small, all-black countertop oven.

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If youre not an Instant Pot house, you might just be a Ninja house as the brand has taken on almost every small appliance imaginable. Its stainless steel Foodi XL Pro model has 1800 watts of power and ten cooking functions, and during this sale its available for over 20% off its list price. For a smaller (and less expensive) option, go for the Ninja Foodi Smart model, which is slashed to nearly half off. And if you already have a Ninja air fryer, then consider the versatility of the Foodi 2-in-1 Flip Toaster, which can stand up like a regular toaster, or be laid on its side and used as an oven. This one truly is a toaster + oven.

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There are honestly dozens of toaster ovens on sale this Prime Day, but we want to make sure not to leave out the Panasonic FlashXpress, which has been a favorite of BA staffers and featured as a great lower cost option in the toaster oven testing done by Epicurious. Plus a few options from Breville as well (which makes one of our favorite toaster oven-style air fryers) and a few other brands.

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