Great design trends to use for your kitchen remodeling project

Now that you’ve decided on remodeling your kitchen, planning on how it would look like at the end of your project should be your first priority. 

Take a cue from the designers themselves for great kitchen remodeling recommendations. See some of them below: 

The rise of the smart kitchen

This year, the popularity of integrating technology with kitchen activities will be at an all-time high. Consider upgrading your appliances with “smart” alternatives to keep up with the trend. Popular upgrades include motion-sensor faucets, smart refrigerators, and WiFi-controlled lighting fixtures. 

Out with the white, in with the dark

White has always been a classic color for the kitchen. Then again, homeowners nowadays are bolder with their design choices. Even the more conservative ones choose to add pops of color in their space. Kitchen shades that are now in vogue include deep blues and dark green for the elegance and luxury they exude. 

A place for everything

With so many containers, gadgets, cooking implements, and other what-have-yous that are constantly being used in the kitchen, having adequate storage for all of these items is required. Without ample storage space, the kitchen could end up cluttered and messy. So, current design trends point toward separate storage solutions incorporated with the built-in cabinetry. 

Connecting with the outdoors

For homes with yards just outside the kitchen’s walls, a novel idea would be to incorporate this feature with your kitchen space. Opening up the kitchen onto your backyard will extend your space and let natural light in. This can be achieved by installing glass windows and walls on one side of your kitchen. 

Go retro

The modern and industrial styles have been dominating the interior design scene for several years now. It’s time you try something that will bring you to the days of yore with the use of vintage or antique furniture in your kitchen. Combine these furniture with traditional kitchen fixtures and tiles in neutral shades and you have a kitchen with a homey farmhouse feel.

Go natural

Integrating natural materials with manufactured ones has been all the rage in many kitchens, especially in this pandemic. The move toward natural design elements and fixtures rides on the concept of aesthetics and improved health as these materials are devoid of chemicals and are considered safe. That said, materials like unpainted wood, granite, and marble will be dominating the kitchen scene for quite some time. 

The terrazzo difference

You can still go for the all-white or neutral kitchen theme in the traditional style for the all-time classic look. But, to keep things from looking too clinical, use terrazzo for that unique punch. Whether it’s tiles on the floor or an entire slab on your counter surface, terrazzo makes for an interesting alternative to using darker colors for accents to your traditional kitchen. 

Induction cooking for the win

Induction cookers are your new best friends in the kitchen for safer and faster cooking. These electronic alternatives to gas ranges will not require range hoods and will keep room temperatures at comfortable levels. Their surfaces will also remain safe to the touch even as you cook, making you less prone to burns.

Talk to the team from Coldwell Banker Cascade Real Estate for smart kitchen remodeling ideas and for real estate advice in Wenatche, Leavenworth, Lake Chelan, and Cashmere. Just call 509.888.8887 or email info(at)cbcascade(dotted)com today!