The kitchen is one of the most heavily-trafficked rooms of the home. It’s where we cook, eat and make our morning coffee, as well as where many of us work from home and where our kids do homework after school.
Because of this, it’s important to design your kitchen with function and timeless style in mind. But with so many kitchen design trends always floating around the internet, it can be tempting to adorn your kitchen with whatever’s in vogue at the moment you happen to be remodeling or decorating. And although you may enjoy living amongst these fads for a few years, there’s a good chance they’ll all be out of style in the near future.
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In fact, there are a few current kitchen trends that are likely to go out of style in the next five years according to two interior designers we spoke with: Zenia Nesterova, Architectural Interior Designer and Design Expert at VIGO Industries, and Elise St. Michel, Kitchen and Cabinet Designer at CliqStudios.
Below, Nesterova and St. Michel share seven current kitchen trends they foresee going out of fashion in the next half decade—as well as three trends that they think are timeless classics. Keep reading for their insights!
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These 7 Current Kitchen Trends Will Go Out of Style in the Next 5 Years, According to Designers
1. Fluted cabinetry everywhere
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“I like fluting on an island or a feature cabinet where you can appreciate the detail,” says St. Michel. However, the trend has gone overboard in some kitchens.
“When [fluting] covers every drawer, door, and hood, there is very little plain surface left for the eye to settle on,” she explains. “The grooves also add cleaning work, particularly near the range. I expect the all-over treatment to fade over the next five years, with fluting kept to a few carefully chosen areas.”
2. Oversized and dramatic islands
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St. Michel thinks that in the coming years, “we will see less emphasis on fitting the largest possible island and more attention to what needs to happen around it.”
“An island can have plenty of seating and still be the wrong size for the kitchen,” St. Michel explains. “If an open dishwasher blocks the walkway, or two people have to squeeze past each other while cooking, the extra counter space comes at a cost. Those compromises become frustrating once the kitchen is in daily use.”
Nesterova agrees, specifically pointing to the trend of “large, curving sculptural islands.”
“While I appreciate the use of organic shapes in the kitchen, dramatic curves can sacrifice storage, workspace, and vital clearances (such as bar stools crowding a main walkway),” she says. “I think large, exaggerated island curves will go out of style in the next five years as homeowners gravitate towards more functional islands with more subtle curves.”
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3. Massive arched range hoods
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Arched plaster range hoods have been a big trend in recent years, especially in Mediterranean-style kitchens, per Nesterova. However, these hoods are typically built for 10-foot ceilings, and “can be out of proportion in an 8-foot room if not properly scaled,” she explains.
“The surrounding structure [of arched range hoods] can eat away at valuable cabinet space while still needing to allow for proper ventilation and the manufacturer’s required clearance above the cooktop,” Nesterova says. “An oversized hood can also throw off the balance of a small kitchen. I think oversized statement hoods will go out of style while more modest arches will stay popular.”
4. Waterfall stone
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“A waterfall end makes sense when there is a particular slab you want to show off,” explains. St. Michel. “I am less convinced by using it automatically, especially when that side of the island is barely visible. It adds another large stone surface, which can overwhelm cabinetry with interesting grain or detailing.”
In the next few years, she expects “more kitchens to use paneled or wood ends and reserve waterfall treatments for places where they contribute something.”
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5. All-burgundy kitchens
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“Burgundy and oxblood have made a comeback, and I’ve incorporated some of these rich colors in a few of my projects,” says Nesterova, adding that these vibrant hues expertly compliment light woods and neutral stone.
“But covering cabinets, walls, moldings, and ceilings in dark colors can make a kitchen feel cave-like, especially if it doesn’t get much natural light,” she explains. “Painting all that cabinetry later can also be costly. I think all-burgundy kitchens will be out of style in five years, while smaller burgundy accents will be much easier to change later.”
6. Dramatic marble everywhere
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Nesterova has been seeing showrooms showcase “striking marbles” as of late, with the material covering countertops, islands and full-height backsplashes. However, she thinks this “can quickly overwhelm the kitchen.” Not to mention, it’s difficult to match the veining in marble across slabs, especially when you have so many of them throughout your kitchen.
“I think this all-over marble treatment will go out of style over the next five years, while one statement slab paired with more understated finishes will age better,” she says.
7. Open shelving
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Although open shelving can look cool, it’s impractical—and St. Michel thinks the trend is on the way out.
“A shelf beside the sink for everyday glasses is useful,” she says. However, “several shelves holding most of the kitchen’s dishes require a different level of upkeep, especially near cooking areas. Everything stays visible, including the mismatched mugs and containers that most households own.”
She expects “shorter sections of shelving to last,” but in the long run, “more enclosed storage” is on its way back.
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Designers Say These 3 Current Kitchen Trends Are Here to Stay
1. Natural wood cabinetry
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“Natural wood cabinetry continues to enjoy popularity,” says Nesterova. “I like how the natural grain adds interest while complementing different kitchen styles.”
St. Michel agrees, adding that “natural wood cabinetry gives you plenty of options when other parts of the kitchen need updating.”
She adds that not all wooden cabinetry is created equal, though. “The door style, finish and quality of construction matter, though. I would favor a wood finish that lets the grain show without making the entire room feel busy,” she says.
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2. Built-in pantry cabinets and pull-out storage
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“Having your everyday ingredients and items within easy reach is something that will always be important regardless of kitchen trends,” says Nesterova.
“Walk-in pantries aren’t a necessity in every kitchen, and they can take up valuable square footage in smaller layouts,” she explains. “A tall cabinet with pull-outs can often make better use of limited space, with items easier to reach than on deep, fixed pantry shelves.”
3. Storage designed around a homeowner’s personal kitchen habits
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“Storage planned around how someone cooks will remain useful long after a fashionable finish has lost its appeal,” says St. Michel.
“Deep drawers near the range and tray dividers beside the oven save unnecessary steps,” she explains. “Appliance storage needs to be close to where the appliance is used, with enough access that putting it away is easy. These are the decisions homeowners appreciate every day, even when nobody visiting the kitchen notices them.”
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