When you’re decorating a home, you’ll want to dedicate a good deal of focus and creative energy to the kitchen. This is where you’ll whip up culinary delights, socialize over wine or snacks, and enjoy cozy dinners with family. To make the most of this all-important room, balancing comfort and homeyness with the luxury aesthetic you love is key.
With a new year on the horizon, now is the perfect time to embrace exciting designs that will make walking into the heart of your home a delight. Here are five stylish kitchen trends to consider in 2020…
1) Marble
It seems that at any given time, one or two stone finishes are in vogue. For a long time, it was quartz—but now marble is making a serious comeback. Not only is this high-end surface elegant, but it also stands up well to wear and tear. For maximum impact, try pairing your marble countertops with an opulent backsplash made of the same material.
2) Colourful tile
Most homeowners want subtle sophistication in the kitchen, but that doesn’t have to mean settling for a boring aesthetic. To add some visual interest to this essential space, try embracing a pop of colour. One of the chicest ways to do that in 2020 is with vibrantly-hued tiles. Whether it’s your flooring or your backsplash, tiling in eye-catching, complementary shades can enhance any simple-yet-stylish kitchen.
3) Walnut cabinetry
Richly-coloured wood can add a touch of luxury to any kitchen, and walnut is one of the most fashionable options out there. This fine-grained material is growing in popularity, due to its warmth, durability, and (above all) classic beauty. If you’re thinking of redoing your cabinets, walnut is sure to meet all of your criteria while adding a truly modern air to the heart of your home.
4) Open shelving
Many homeowners opt to forget the kitchen cabinetry and open things up. Unfortunately, while removing those cabinet doors can make your kitchen feel homey and inviting, the aesthetic it’s associated with hasn’t always been associated with luxury. That’s definitely starting to change. As we move into a new decade, owners of high-end homes are increasingly displaying their glass and metal kitchenware with open shelving.
5) Black walls
Black walls aren’t for everyone, but those who enjoy a touch of drama in their decor may want to consider them in 2020. While dark colours have a reputation for making rooms seem smaller, they won’t do that when they’re used the right way. In a bright, open-concept kitchen, black can make a bold statement without having that dreaded shrinking effect. Painting your trim a lighter colour can also add depth to the room, creating the illusion of more space.
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