Kitchen Trends 2023

26 January 2023

If you’re looking to refresh your kitchen this year then continue reading!  Whilst not always the cheapest room to update, it is an investment worth making as the kitchen is the hub of the house these days!  A kitchen needs to be both functional but also beautiful.  With so much choice, sometimes its hard to make the right decision.

 

What are the kitchen trends for 2023?

Choosing the right layout is a fundamental factor.  This includes researching the right appliances, splash backs and worktops.  Whilst it is important to be mindful of trends, it is also worth noting that unusual kitchens won’t appeal to everyone so need to be mindful of resale.  Choosing a look and layout that has universal appeal will help attract potential buyers.

Handle-less or classic painted Shaker remains the most popular kitchen trends. People want practical, with matt doors in an anti-fingerprint finish is highly desirable.

 

Open shelving

We are seeing more people shying away from wall cabinets to open shelving.  This can work in both traditional as well as contemporary style kitchens.  The need for a lot of cabinets are less in demand and customers have moved to open shelving and a pantry if space allows.

 

The Island

Islands are not going away and are still very popular for not only practical reasons but also provide the perfect place to socialise.

Many Kitchens include an island or breakfast bar. Be mindful not to make the overall dimensions too big though as it may restrict movement around the kitchen. They can also provide additional seating opportunities and offer ample space for kitchen storage.

 

Rugs

Rugs within a kitchen may instil fear in some people but these days they are being used to soften the space and also zone it too.  Obviously the first and foremost thing is functionality of a kitchen.  However by adding a rug it can add texture and zone to an area.  For example, a well-positioned rug beneath a dining table can add cosiness or create a chill out zone as well as add warmth.  They are also an easy way if you want to refresh a room without spending too much.

 

Reeded Glass

One of the easiest kitchen trends to embrace for 2023, even in the smallest of kitchens is reeded glass. As we move away from frosted or mottled, it can make a great addition to glass cabinets and worktop dressers.  It’s a stylist update and gives a contemporary feel and hides any table wear which isn’t always display worthy.

 

Aluminium Hardwear and trims

Whilst brass and stainless are the two most popular choices still, the newcomer is Aluminium for 2023.  Due to aluminium being a recyclable material, it can be quite cost effective.  The main benefits is it being more hardy than brass, very lightweight and won't tarnish. It can come in both black as well in its raw form and grey colour.

 

Colours

Blues and green are still the most popular colour scheme at the moment.  However more neutral shades are becoming increasingly popular in order to create a serene environment. Many of our clients are keen to introduce bolder and darker shades through their cabinetry, such as teal blue, forest green and anthracite grey.

Colour wise for 2023, green will remain very popular from dark greens to subtler shades such as sages will be very popular as we take inspiration from nature and being outside. Pink is also making a comeback so watch this space!

 

There has been a shift from tiles to wood or porcelain/vinyl flooring due to its ability to be timeless.  Many brands now offer coatings to prevent mud, food and other dirt from sticking to the joints and textures of the wood.

Wood-effect porcelain and LVT floor coverings in a herringbone pattern is great for open-plan kitchens extensions that have lots of natural light streaming in.

 

 

Sinks and taps

Whilst dishwashers are still fundamental in any kitchen, we still need to wash up those larger items.  There has been a shift to large kitchen sinks which are scratch resistant and easy to clean. Under mount ceramic sinks seem to be the post popular as they help keep things tidy.

Brass taps are all the rage at the moment.  However Black taps are making a strong appearance too.  There’s also a trend to have matching brass wear and taps. 

Hot water taps seem to be a necessity in almost all the kitchens we install.  As more and more of us are working from home, we are left with little time in between zoom calls.

 

Downdraft extractors

Over head extractors are becoming less popular as they tend to create a visual barrier and can be an eye sore.  The shift has been towards downdraft extractors which draws odours and smoke downwards before they have a chance to permeate the air.  This is particularly important in open plan kitchens.  An integrated one can also add to the sleekness of the design.  Downdraft extractors are no longer a "gimick".  The latest models certainly work very well whether they are direct extraction or a re-circulation model.

 

 

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