Gathered from various insightful lists of the latest kitchen cabinet ideas, we put together our own of our favorites that will rule 2018. Let’s take a look. It’ll be interesting to note how many trends are similar to those from 2017.
A Look At The Latest Styles for Kitchens
Let us take a look at the latest kitchen styles.
1. Embossed Fronts
Sure, your average modern-style cabinet has a minimalist appearance, with flat front doors and drawers. But now, manufacturers are having fun with the concept, adding texture and personality to their modern sensibility with the implementation of embossed patterns.
They use simple linear grooves and geometric patterns. They have an impressive appearance, particularly with a dark, glossy finish that reflects light.
2. Jewel Tones
We’ve written much about white kitchens here; they have been the dominant choice for years, but apparently, the immediate future belongs to rich and deeper hues.
Jewel tones will especially be favored. It’s a quickly emerging trend, and more people are choosing this direction.
Colors like amethyst, sapphire, and emerald create a vibrant, refined, and luxurious presence. Jewel tones are a safer bet than bright primary colors.
3. Blue
Some may not love the idea of radiating jewel tones, though they still want some color in their kitchens. For them, a soft, modest blue is a perfect choice.
It’s timeless and seems to be more popular than it’s been in a very long time. Light or powder blue provides a calm atmosphere of safety and nurturing.
4. Mesh Inserts
Glass door cabinets or open shelving will likely always be the preferred way to accentuate a feeling of openness. However, many homeowners prefer a bit of privacy for the items they store behind the cabinet doors. Enter metal mesh inserts.
They are the perfect compromise, providing a bit of visibility but not enough to put the content on display for all to see. Mesh is proven to work in both traditional and contemporary homes and offers a bit of antique grace.
Use them as you wish. They don’t need to be in every cabinet. In fact, strategically using them on only a select cabinet or two can add a great decorative effect.
5. Metallics
For the growing legion of industrial fans, it has to be metallic. Stainless steel appliances are typically preferred to add to the motif. It’s a professional chef’s kitchen at home, where the steel door and drawer fronts are ready to be worked upon at a moment’s notice.
Other metallic surface options include gold, brass, or bronze. Great foil finishes and a host of other techniques contribute to the gleam of metal just as well. Be aware that fingerprints tend to ‘show’ a bit more on shiny surfaces, but they are easily cleaned away.
6. High Gloss in Dark Tones
Sure, a metallic finish features a great glossy sheen, but lacquered cabinets provide a comparable and strong, shiny option. They are widely available and can be found at almost any price level.
Choose the perfect tone for your kitchen and enjoy a deep mirror-like appearance that adds a sense of gravitas to the space. Check out our high-gloss charcoal cabinets to see if they suit your preferences.
7. Gray
It’s become the great alternative for those who don’t want to go the often-commonly used plain white route. Gray can be just as light and airy as its white counterpart, and some of the varying shades are downright posh.
It’s interesting that gray is often off-putting, bringing visions of dreariness and cold to mind. But when you consider the wide range of tones, such as charcoal or clay, and their potential combinations, it can be the perfect complement to many standard kitchen designs.
8. Sliding Doors
They provide a gallery case look that is both functional in tight spaces and a bold statement of style. When used on a set of uppers, anyone can combine the charm of open shelves with the elegance of a classic door cabinet.
It’s perfect for farmhouse-style kitchens, and it works in modern ones as well. The space will consistently feel more open and inviting without doors to create division.
9. Two Tone Cabinets
Imagine upper and lower cabinets in different colors. It can create a great contrast. What if you were to use two-tone doors on individual cabinets?
For instance, the drawer fronts can be wood-toned, while the cabinet doors are white. This is a great alternative to replacing an entire cabinet when something different is needed.
You can even swap out a few drawers for a special mix. If you have wood cabinets, you can still mix it up by painting some of the drawer or door fronts while leaving others untouched.
10. Mixing Modern and Traditional Styles
Sometimes, making a difficult choice can be maddening. But what if you didn’t have to choose? Choosing between a modern or traditional style can be hard, for instance.
But a solution presents itself by combining them so your kitchen can enjoy the best of both. Such a mix can create an entirely unique space.
For instance, you could have flat white drawer fronts on the lower cabinets and glossy off-white upper doors. It’s a contrasting look that works.
11. Black
Sure, black has been a pretty consistent mainstay. But more than ever, unique elements are being requested to introduce a stately appeal to the kitchen.
Black is particularly desirable when used as part of a two-tone look. The lower cabinets or the pantry can be black, and they can be paired with modern black fixtures… certainly timeless, and they can be used in a variety of ways for a contemporary appearance.
