The kitchen is often said to be the heart of the home, and in 2024, we expect to see a renewed focus on this important space. One of the biggest trends we anticipate is a shift towards more minimalist cabinet designs. Sleek lines and simple hardware will give kitchens a modern look, while hidden storage and integrated appliances will help to create a more functional and clutter-free space.
In addition, we expect to see an increase in the use of natural materials such as wood and stone. These materials not only add warmth and character to the kitchen, but they are also durable and easy to maintain. Whether planning a complete renovation or just a few updates, keep these trends in mind to create a chic and stylish kitchen that you’ll enjoy for years to come.
Top 6 Kitchen Design Trends 2024
Trends come and go, but some kitchen designs remain in every home. Here are the top kitchen design trends for your inspiration in 2024.
All-White Kitchen
We hear it all the time that white kitchens are timeless. They will continue to be the most popular selling cabinets among new remodels. However, many are swapping away from all-white kitchen cabinets. Complete white shaker cabinets are seeing a change in favor of two-color cabinets.
White has appeared to look too sterile or hospital-like. Even though it is the most versatile color, many may want to add splashes of color to break away from plain white. Whether it’s a bold countertop, separation of cabinet color, or even a style change, pure white is moving away from the go-to, and unique color options are rising.
Modern cabinets have been on the increase. Although shakers are still popular among American-style cabinets, the desire for semi-custom cabinets has increased.
There are few options for semi-custom shaker doors, as these require precise cuts. Custom cabinets would be the route for personalized shaker cabinets, which results in high costs. Semi-custom cabinets have different colors and surface finishes.
Farmhouse Style Trend
We have seen the farmhouse trend rise with the rise of the farmhouse sink. Many love the sink front that protrudes from the cabinet front, adding a layer of depth and interest to otherwise normal cabinets.
However, the sink itself is not falling out of trend, but the style itself. We are seeing fewer and fewer old construction elements like brick walls and deteriorating wood elements being implemented. These may look hipster on Pinterest or Instagram, but they are not the most usable or practical.
Although not everyone is remodeling their new kitchen to match what farmhouse-style homes looked like in the past, we are seeing a mix of the classic and contemporary. Wood elements are being added as open shelving or cabinet surfaces.
This trend of merging older kitchen styles with classic aesthetics may increase in popularity.
Separated Room to Incorporated Room
People have always considered the kitchen a separate room in the house, like a bedroom or bathroom. However, more people are now willing to incorporate more open-concept layouts.
Some will utilize a pony wall to support a seating area with an overhang countertop. Others will remove walls between the dining room, kitchen, and living room to make the home appear more spacious upon entry.
Green Thumb
Natural elements are being added as more than just statement pieces. Previously, more people have moved to adding greenery to the kitchen.
Now, we are seeing these natural elements being implemented as cabinet finishes. Wood grain is a common option for typical framed cabinets but not too much for frameless modern-style cabinetry.
Built-in Appliances
Stand-alone appliances are not being discontinued. Your local hardware store, like Best Buy, Lowes, or Home Depot, will still have appliances for you to purchase. However, we are seeing a rise in the number of appliances being built in and incorporated.
This isn’t a new concept, as panel-ready refrigerators and dishwashers have become more popular. A slide-in range will be replaced with a cooktop and double oven, and the amount of visible stainless steel will be reduced as much as possible.
Goodbye Kitchen Triangle
The infamous kitchen triangle between the sink, stove, and refrigerator. Every cabinet company knows this well when designing a kitchen for a customer. The three workstations form a triangle that typically should not be obstructed.
This ensures easy access to the other workstations in the home. The ideal triangle may be gone from what the expectation rule used to be.
Many now lean toward personal habits and comforts rather than being limited and restricted by the triangle. Willing to sacrifice the convenience of access for a kitchen island or seating has now shifted the perfect triangle.
New additions for pantries, warming drawers, and even wine towers transform an ordinary kitchen into one’s go-to dining restaurant.
Should You Remodel Based on Kitchen Trends?
Like all fashion trends, kitchen remodels will fade into obscurity, and a new trend will replace the previous one. A homeowner will see the latest kitchen remodels on Pinterest boards and collect inspiration for what they want to achieve with their dream kitchen.
If you are looking to remodel to sell a home, the standard has not changed.
The general public will still prefer and want white shaker cabinets. Those looking to experiment with their remodel should choose what they are comfortable with, not what a trend points to. Don’t let what someone says influence what your kitchen should look like.
