When it comes to interior design and decorating, styles come and go. However, when done correctly, many hot design trends can stand the test of time by giving your home a classic and timeless look. This is true for many of the trendiest kitchen design styles of 2015. Since simple elegance and functionality are in, your kitchen remodel is likely to stay on trend for years to come if you incorporate some of these kitchen design trends:
Custom Wood Kitchen Cabinets
The natural beauty of woods like cherry wood, oak, and maple can add a sense of warmth and a comforting texture to any kitchen. When you choose to instal custom wood cabinets, you can choose your wood, stain, and finish so that they will blend in perfectly with your paint color and appliances. In 2013, over 16% of respondents to a Houzz survey said that they preferred cabinets that incorporate appliances. With custom made cabinets, you can achieve this look which saves space and increases the functionality of your kitchen.
Kitchen Islands
An impressive 61% of people remodeling their kitchens plan to include a kitchen island. While a kitchen island is certainly not a new trend, it is one that has stood the test of time by giving residential kitchens more useable space. Larger kitchens may even benefit from having a separate sink in the island allowing more people to prepare food simultaneously. Custom cabinetry can even be incorporated into the island for extra storage space.
Soft, Neutral Paint Colors
Neutral paint colors, such as shades of beige and gray, complement the beauty of custom wood kitchen cabinets perfectly. Since these shades provide a neutral backdrop, you can add elements of fun such as patterned curtains or brightly colored glassware without making your kitchen appear too garish or overstimulating. If you choose to go the neutral route, you won’t be alone. In fact, 75% of homeowners say that they would like soft and neutral colors in their kitchens.
Wine Racks
If you plan to entertain guests in your kitchen, adding a hanging wine rack is a great way to make your kitchen party-friendly. With a wine rack, your wine collection becomes part of the decor. They are an excellent conversation piece as well as an ideal place to store your wine. If you are opting for custom wood kitchen cabinets, a wine rack can be made to fit the style of your cabinets so that it will blend in seamlessly.
Remember, even a minor kitchen remodel that includes a makeover of kitchen cabinets has an average return of 72.8%. When you choose to remodel your kitchen, you are transforming the look of what is (arguably) one of the most important rooms in the house. Including these trendy yet timeless design elements will make your kitchen attractive and functional for years to come and it can even make your home more appealing to buyers, if you choose to sell your home in the future.
