MISSION,
Kan., April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- (Family
Features) If you're considering a kitchen renovation, you've
probably heard cautions about avoiding overly trendy designs that
can diminish your home's value and limit its appeal to future
buyers. That's sound advice, but many of this year's trends are
relatively neutral and have long-term staying power.
Kitchen upgrades are typically all about making practical
updates to meet the needs of a family. The key to smart design is
incorporating functional elements a family requires while striking
a balance between style and trends that quickly become
outdated.
Before you dive into a kitchen project, consider these on-trend
design recommendations from the experts at Wellborn Cabinet.
Add Health-Focused Features
As the hub of nutrition, it's no surprise wellness design
features are making their way into the kitchen. Some examples
include appliances with air frying or steaming features, and double
ovens are appearing in more homes, making home meals for the family
easier to manage. Also look for technology that simplifies meal
planning and managing your pantry inventory, as well as features
that regulate food storage temperatures more precisely, including
during power outages.
Shift Back to Wood Stains
Painted cabinets had their moment, but the latest designs are
revealing a movement back toward warm wood grains, specifically
oak. As trends continue to shift toward embracing natural elements,
as well as exploring diverse color palettes, cabinet manufacturers
are constantly innovating to meet the demands of consumers and
design professionals alike.
To elevate contemporary cabinetry design, Wellborn Cabinet
introduced captivating finishes that celebrate natural materials
and textures. Inspired by the highly desired white oak at a more
accessible price point, Boardwalk offers a breath of fresh air,
allowing the unique oak wood grain to take center stage. The
striking finish of Peppermill introduces a versatile darker brown
hue with a subtle gray undertone, adding depth, dimension and
sophistication. If you're not quite ready to fully embrace natural
wood tones, Alabaster may be a perfect alternative; this hue
provides the timeless elegance of neutral white.
Dedicate Space for Beverages
Food prep may be a mainstay in functional kitchen design, but a
growing number of homeowners are calling beverages a close second
with the addition of built-in coffee bars or smoothie stations and
specialized storage for beer and wine. Countertop or supplementary
nugget ice makers are another example of trending kitchen
accessories that reinforce a growing focus on beverages for all
occasions.
Go for Contemporary Cabinetry
Your kitchen's cabinet doors play an important role in defining
your design aesthetic. Consider Wellborn's wide variety of door
styles, several of which have been redesigned to support the trend
toward a simpler, smaller rail that's in favor among designers and
homeowners alike. With softer, more up-to-date appearances, they
feature eased profiles to produce simple, straight, clean
appearances. Options like Breckenridge and Ridgebrook offer updates
to the modified shaker style with a clean, modern, less clunky
aesthetic. Made of quality, solid wood, they feature a reversed
raised center panel to coordinate with a variety of design
styles.
Embrace the Middle Ground
Kitchen islands are hardly a new design element, but an
increasing number of homeowners are making them a major focus of
their renovations. A kitchen trends study by Houzz revealed 42% of
homeowners are opting for islands that are 7 feet long or more.
That's extra prep space, but also more room for casual seating or
socializing while hosting. Also gaining popularity are double
islands for double the workspace.
Skip Bland Backsplash Tile
The wall space between your countertops and upper cabinets may
not amount to much, but it's a sure place to make a style
statement. This year's designers are saying farewell to stark white
subway tile backsplashes. Instead, nature- and earth-inspired tones
are trending. You can still use subway tile but consider a
variation from the traditional stacked design. Texture is another
option for modernizing your backsplash; think handcrafted tiles or
earthy textures but take care to avoid overly busy patterns.
Find more inspiration for your kitchen remodel at
wellborn.com.
Michael French
mfrench@familyfeatures.com
1-888-824-3337
editors.familyfeatures.com
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