Kitchen design trends that are 'so last season'
If you are planning a kitchen upgrade in your home, read this article to get up to date with what is in and what is out when it comes to kitchen trends for 2024.
Upgrading a kitchen can have a dramatic impact on the property value, as well as the way that you and your family enjoy the space. The kitchen is indeed the heart of the home, and the majority of family time is spent in the kitchen. So, it makes sense that it should be a functional, practical, and beautifully designed space.
And, when it can be rather costly to upgrade a kitchen and huge upheaval (no one wants to wash up the plates in the bath for any longer than they have to, right?), you don't want to have to be re-doing it because it wasn't quite right.
So before you go investing thousands of pounds and emptying all of your units out into storage boxes, make sure that your new kitchen is right on trend and will stand the test of time by following these tips, helpfully collated by Homes & Gardens magazine as the top things that will be outdated in kitchen trends in 2024.
- Ultra-modern - Our kitchens are no longer clinical spaces with a high gloss finish; they are warm, welcoming spaces where the family gather. So, it is time to turn our backs on the ultra-modern kitchen units and opt for something a little softer. Consider adding a colour - greens and nature-inspired tones are currently the most on-trend - or perhaps even some texture with fluted doors creating a fantastic impression.
- Handle-less doors - Handle-less doors are also out in line with the move away from the ultra-modern style. Instead, use the handles as an opportunity to create a statement in your kitchen or an elegant concealed grip handle that will give a stylish shadow around the units.
- Matte black fittings - This trend has not lasted, simply because the finish on the fittings doesn't last. It is not up to a busy household's heavy wear and tear. Also, the contrast of black against the units is too much and can seem quite jarring.
- Open shelving - whilst the brochures make open shelving look fantastic, in practice, they often end up cluttered and are a nightmare to keep clean. Opt instead for covered cabinetry.
- Bold colours - Showing your individuality and style in your home is great, but perhaps display this in your wallpaper or decoration rather than the actual kitchen. Bold colours are likely to date quickly and will only appeal to a niche buyer, meaning that it could potentially de-value your home.
With this in mind, what can we expect as we look forward to 2024? The colour scheme of choice will likely be greens and nature-inspired, muted and sophisticated. And it would seem that we will see a come-back for the 'back kitchen'. A cultural shift towards home cooking and entertaining means that the humble utility room may be getting an upgrade to house larger appliances and food preparation for when we are entertaining.
For more information about how your kitchen upgrade could affect the value of your home, get in touch with our team of property experts.