Kitchens remain the focal point in enhancing family relationships in many homes. This is the fact that family members can gather around and reflect on the day’s events while a meal is being prepared. However, that can only be possible if the kitchen is in its best condition. Since cabinets occupy the largest floor space in kitchens, they are the most visible thing. As a result, people are always looking for ways of making them as functional and aesthetically appealing as possible. Multi-color hues, storage solutions, minimalistic designs, blends of designs and sustainable options are among the trends to look out for in 2024. This article gives more details on these and many other trends that will reign in 2024.
Sustainable Materials
With the effects of climate change becoming more severe each day that passes, there is a critical need to incorporate eco-friendly practices in all spheres of life. In the recent past and going into the future, eco-friendly materials have already started and will continue to make their way into modern kitchens. Composite materials, made from combining different recycled materials such as wood, carbon fiber and MDF are now a common thing in modern kitchens. In addition to helping conserve the environment, most of them come at very affordable market prices.
Trendy kitchen cabinets of 2024
Bold Colors
Even though it is something that is slowly gaining pace, the introduction of bold colors can be expected to gain even more momentum in 2024. This is because people trying to achieve elegance and drama in their kitchens. Dramatic and bold colors such as deep green, blue and black can be expected to experience more favor in making elegant bold statements.
Smart Storage Solutions
Ideally, kitchen cabinets are mainly meant to conceal kitchen supplies from the working area. In traditional kitchens, a lot of space goes unutilized, especially in corners. This poses a major storage challenge in smaller kitchens. In a bid to combat this challenge, expect to see smart storage solutions in different forms such as corner cabinets, pull-out drawers and cabinet organizers. Besides offering extra smart storage solutions, such inventions enhance functionality by making it easier to retrieve kitchen supplies.
Multi-Tone Cabinets
Another trend that is projected to reign in 2024 is the introduction of multi-tone cabinets. A combination of bold tones for instance deep green, blue and black in under-cabinets with lighter hues in upper cabinets will be a trend to watch out. This trend introduces us to a more elegant, classic and dramatic kitchen design, which is a major breakaway from the traditional style.
Blended Cabinet Designs
Similar to multi-toned cabinets, blended cabinets also help in striking a balance between two designs; traditional and modern. In a bid to achieve a continuous smooth floor plan, handle-less under cabinets are blended with traditional paneled designs. Alternatively, you will be likely to find sealed natural wood on upper cabinets, blended with modern cabinet materials such as laminate and MDF in lower cabinets. The contrast is a good option for people looking to have a taste of both worlds.
More Emphasis on Kitchen Islands
As previously mentioned, kitchens act as focal points for enhanced family relationships. It is where people converge and chat as they wait for the meal to cook. In traditional kitchens, that waiting point was/is a dining table. However, in modern kitchens, this has now been faced off by kitchen islands. Besides offering a sitting area, these come with an added storage space and a countertop for seamless meal preparation. Some even come with an extra sink, thereby enabling concurrent meal preparation by different people.
Blended Materials
The fact that almost everyone is leaning towards modernism does not mean there is nothing fascinating about traditional designs. You can still enjoy a touch of traditional style mixed with modern features and designs. A great way of achieving this balance is by blending materials. For instance, expect to find a blend of glass with wood and metal with wood.
Minimalistic Designs
The most common trend in the recent past and one that can be expected to reign in 2024 is minimalism. As people continue to embrace modernism, continuous lines provided by flat-paneled and handleless cabinets will be among the common simplistic and functional trends in the future.
Navigating through the extensive range of trends can sometimes be overwhelming. Having a designated cabinet professional makes this journey easier. They can help in evaluating your needs in order to determine the most appropriate trend that fits best for your unique kitchen layout.
