Kitchen Trends

Kitchens are undeniably the heart of today’s home. Understandable, you want your kitchen to look its best.  But, one minute linoleum flooring and formica countertops are all the rage, and the next they’re incredibly dated. So, before you invest your hard earned dollars for a kitchen renovation, let’s see what’s trending for kitchen remodels right now.

Granite is out

It’s hard to believe, but the ever-popular granite is loosing its luster.  While, in recent years quartz countertops has been on the uprise. Gaining popularity and according to Home Innovation Research Labs, quartz is here to stay.

Before starting on your kitchen remodel, you may want to consider using Quartz and here’s why:

• Quartz has the look of natural stone without the maintenance. Made from one of the hardest minerals on earth, quartz countertops is arguably the most durable option for kitchens
• Engineered in a factory. Made with quartz (about 94%), combined with polyester resin (for binding) and pigments

• Stain and scratch resistant. The resin makes them non-porous, making quartz very easy to upkeep
• Because they’re manufactured they come in variety of colors and style, including fire engine red and apple green.
• Different finishes offered, such as honed for a softer matte look of slate, concrete or limestone.
• Embossed finish gives that slightly leathered look with a soft textured feel.
• Sandblasted for a smooth abrasion that’s slightly scratched, but note that original tones and veins will be slightly dulled.

On the downside quartz can discolor when exposed to direct sunlight over time.

Dark Blue Cabinets

 

Pantone’s color of the year is PANTONE 19-4052 classic blue. Perhaps, this should come as no surprise as the classic blue represents calm, confidence, and connection as a decade ends and a new one begins.

Brass kitchen faucet can truly give that look of elegance.

Open Shelving

Whether you love them, or not. Open shelving is the new trendy, chic look everyone wants.

Open shelves allow you to show off your beautiful heirlooms, antiques and kitchenwares. The ability to see your storage can be quit scary. But, get use to it, open shelving has become the standard in kitchen remodeling. Thanks to Marie Kondo this minimalist trend towards eliminating clutter is here to stay.

Full Wall Backsplash

Full wall backsplashes provides a dramatic accent wall in the kitchen that is both beautiful and functional. Here’s why they are so trendy:

• Durable and easier to clean than painted walls.
• Driven by the open shelving trend to eliminate upper cabinetry, backsplashes extend uninterrupted from countertop to ceiling.
• Ceiling-height backsplashes gives a fresh and modern look by highlighting the kitchen
• Clean and modern look that ties the room together

Large Multi-functional Sink

Homeowners are opting for large, single-basin under-mount sinks rather than double sinks. This sink is perfect for the minimalist and small kitchens.

The under-mount allows you to slide custom accessories like a cutting board, dish rack and colander across the sink to streamline food prep, washing and rinsing without losing space on the kitchen counter. This sink is not only large but deep allowing for easier cleaning while still maintaining a crisp look.

Say Goodbye to Stainless Steel

Say hello to hi gloss and matte appliances that come in a variety of colors.

For the past decade, stainless steal appliances was the “in-thing” everyone wanted in their kitchen. Gone are the days of smearing and rusty doors. With these beautiful chic hi-gloss or matte finish appliances, there are no need for steel wool pads.

Smart Home Devices

You can improve your 2020 kitchen with smart devices. Your Google Home or Amazon Echo device will read you recipes, answer cooking questions, set a timer, order groceries, and lots more.

 

How We Can Service You

If you’re planing a kitchen remodel or a bathroom upgrade, and you live in the Honolulu, Hi area, check our service page  and see how we can service you or give us a call.