The most stylish kitchen trends for 2024
Hands up who’s thinking of a kitchen refit this year? Whether you’re planning a full extension or remodelling the existing space, a kitchen refit is one of the most exciting changes you can make to your home. But where do you start? If you’re struggling to work out which kitchen style works for you, it might be worth looking at current trends. While dramatic trends can sometimes result in dated looks, taking inspiration from the most stylish kitchen trends can be an ideal starting point.
Dramatic marbles
Marble has been on trend in kitchen design for a great many years. This is a classic and timeless material which shows no sign of falling out of favour. It’s easy to see why it remains so popular, too. Marble is smooth, bright, easy to maintain and hardwearing. It should be sealed either before or upon installation since it is a porous rock. With occasional maintenance to re-seal, this will mean it can last a lifetime. For the most up-to-date look, choose a marble worktop that has dramatic and striking graining. As marble is naturally mined, each piece is different, but specific varieties will offer large and dramatic grain aesthetics.
Integrated storage
With storage always premium and ever useful, the trend for integrated kitchen storage is highly practical. The more clever the storage, the better; it’s the kind of storage that you’ll want to show off to visitors! We’re talking about bespoke full-height units, pull-out pantry cupboards, and clever corner solutions. The best thing about optimising the storage in your kitchen refit is that it leaves your worktops clear of clutter. This not only creates a calmer, more stress-free environment but also allows the expanse of a quartz worktop to truly shine. You’ll notice more reflectivity and
Outdoor kitchens
Even though the months which we tend to cook outside in the UK are limited, the trend for outdoor kitchens is on the up. These areas are more than a barbecue. They’re complete with worktops, seating and even a bar area. It’s important to think about durability since these kitchens need to withstand the great British weather! This is why granite is the popular choice for worktops and units in an outdoor kitchen. You may find that with pizza ovens and rotisseries, there are plentiful exciting ways to cook outside, which will make you want to brave the cold and rain in the winter!
Warm colours
On-trend colours this year are focused on warmth and softness. The Pantone colour of the year is Peach Fuzz. Pantone has described it as:
“PANTONE 13-1023 Peach Fuzz captures our desire to nurture ourselves and others. It’s a velvety gentle peach tone whose all-embracing spirit enriches mind, body, and soul.”
Warmth is important when it comes to kitchen colour schemes. We increasingly spend social time in our kitchens, so it makes sense to settle on a concept that builds an inviting and cosy space. One in which we envelop our families and welcome our guests. So, from wood finishes to backsplash tiles and a marble or granite worktop, mix and match your warm tones for an up-to-date style.
Green
If warm oranges and yellows aren’t your thing, consider the other on-trend hue this year: green. Its connotations of nature and rejuvenation help it to keep your kitchen feeling vibrant and fresh. Keep things soft with a pastel sage tone, which will tie in beautifully with both wood furniture and stone surfaces. Any opportunity for soft furnishings in your kitchen is ideally positioned for greens to feature. And don’t forget that actual greenery makes for a kitchen that feels alive and natural. Plant life increases the oxygen in a room and has a calming effect. It will lift any colour scheme, so utilise window sills and shelves to add trailing plants for the most up-to-date look.
Social layouts
It’s been well documented that people spend more time socialising in their kitchens now than ever before. This pattern is unlikely to change as we lead busy lives that require multi-tasking and less need for distinct single-purpose spaces. So, if you are refitting your kitchen in 2024, take a moment to consider how to make the layout more social. This might mean integrated booth seating, a combined living and eating area, or a kitchen island or breakfast bar. For large kitchens, think about sightlines so that interaction can continue between seating and working zones. For smaller kitchens, make the most of multi-use space tools, such as an area of the worktop that can double as a social space.
Kitchen Islands
Kitchen islands are indeed by no means a new trend. The latest designs for kitchen islands are all about multi-functionality. They combine storage with seating and food prep space with dining and are the ideal way to showcase a dramatic marble worktop. They are here to stay, so when you plan your kitchen refit layout, try to include a kitchen island if you possibly can. Think outside the box when it comes to shape and size. A bespoke kitchen island could be curved, multi-height, or integrated with other features such as seating or storage.
Ornate Accessories
From gold hardware to elaborate pendant lighting, kitchens this year will be rich in opulence. There’s a real sense of luxury in the kitchen styles for 2024. Look at oversized pendants that will create a statement piece. Or gold cabinet hardware and mesh-fronted cabinets. This mix of materials, metallics, fabrics and stones come together to create an ornate look. The great thing about this is that these features are really easy to swap out if your tastes change. Pair them with a classic quartz worktop, and you can easily update the whole style of the kitchen with ease.
Clearly, it’s impossible to follow every trend out there. However, current trends are a fantastic place to start when it comes to finding inspiration. A stone kitchen worktop is the perfect classic feature that is not only on trend but also a timeless classic. To browse all the possible varieties of marble, quartz and granite worktops, just get in touch.
