Near the end of the previous year, or the start of the New Year, designers across the country come together and give their opinions on what’s going to be popular during the coming year. 2014 starts off no different, and there are some great things to come for kitchen remodeling designs for this year. It’s a great idea to find out what’s new in kitchen design for 2014 before you start planning your kitchen remodel.
Open Shelving & Glass Front Cabinetry
This year, you will find many kitchen designs that are a little more open, so to speak. The kitchen cabinets will feature glass fronts throughout the room, as opposed to just a few cabinets here and there to display your finest china. In addition, designers are leaning toward more open shelving areas throughout the kitchen. In order to help stay within your own theme, however, these shelving areas can be the same color as your cabinetry, or made from colored glass or wood. These options definitely help add depth to your kitchen, making a small area seem much larger.
Display Kitchenware
Another trend you will see this year is the idea of showcasing some of your kitchenware. You want to choose the items that really match your style, letting guests know what your passions are. For instance, open shelving that displays your cookbooks is a great option for individuals who do a lot of cooking. You can also display oatmeal and dried fruits in clear jars on your granite countertops. In addition, you can display your cooking items, such as spices and olive oil as well. You want to let people know that you use your kitchen, not just look at it – beautiful, yet useful.
Sconce Lighting
This year is all about unique lighting, and how it can really make a difference in your home, and particularly your kitchen. You will see the under-cabinet lighting heading out and sconce lighting making a grand entrance. Sconce lighting is found in kitchen where upper cabinetry is minimal; leaving open spaces on the wall that can be filled. In addition, you still receive great amounts of light where and when you need it, as sconce lighting is often fixated on adjustable arms that can point the light in the right direction. You can find fixtures in iron, aged brass, and black, choosing what works best with your overall design plan.
Slab Backsplashes
Gone are the days of tiled backsplashes, well not entirely, but this year you will see more backsplashes made from one solid piece of material. In particular, you will notice granite backsplashes, marble backsplashes, and quartz backsplashes – all of which are constructed of one piece. This unique feature is often found in kitchens that have a more open space behind the stovetop and more open range hoods. What is so wonderful is the veins, color variations, and natural element that make these slab backsplashes a major focal point in your kitchen.
New Styles of Hardware
No kitchen is complete without stunning drawer pulls and cabinet handles; much like no amazing outfit is complete without the perfect earrings. Choosing this accessory is the kitchen is an essential part of bringing the overall design together. In the past, homeowners and designers have always leaned more toward stainless, nickel, and chrome finishes. However, this year, you will begin to see aged gold, brass, and black when it comes to hardware choices.
Built-In Cabinetry
In most kitchens, you will find space between the upper and lower cabinetry. However, designers are heading in a new direction – built-in cabinetry. For this design option, they’re choosing to have the cabinetry go ceiling to countertop, with no space in between. Most of these cabinet styles are narrow compared to traditional cabinetry, and are often contrasting in both style and color compared to the remainder of the kitchen.
Natural Raw Materials
Over the last decade, an interest in ‘green’ homes has become increasingly popular. This design idea has now become part of the kitchen trend for 2014. You will start to see rawer, and perhaps recycled, materials in the kitchen. This will include wall made of concrete, barn board, and brick veneer, as well as ceilings featuring tongue and groove wood, wood planks, and exposed beams. The use of natural elements in the kitchen helps to create an industrial, yet warm.
Now that you know what the trends are for this year when it comes to kitchen design, you can make the decision to start your remodeling project. You have all the tools you need to ensure that your kitchen is up-to-date, well balanced, and the kitchen of your dreams.