6 Kitchen Trends Will Be Everywhere in 2020

Discover all the kitchen finishes, colors, and fixtures that will be big in the new year.

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Trends come and go each year, but when designing a kitchen, you want a look that lasts. The average kitchen remodel costs about $25,000 and takes several weeks (or even months) to complete, so renovating every time an of-the-moment look becomes passé isn’t realistic. That’s why you can rest assured Texas Remodeling Pros has talked with design and color experts across the kitchen industry to find the trends with staying power as well as perennial classics that will be everywhere in the new year.

Here are the kitchen design trends we predict to dominate in the coming year that you can use for your kitchen remodel.

1. Mix-and-Match Lighting

If you can’t choose between a beautiful chandelier or those to-die-for pendants, why not incorporate both? With an increasing focus on lighting as a decorative element, mixing different styles and types has never been bigger in kitchens, and the trend lets you celebrate multiple aesthetics.

In a well-designed kitchen, lighting serves various functions. For example, an overhead fixture brightens up the overall space, while sconces illuminate specific tasks. “For kitchens, there’s definitely been an uptick in pendants for use over islands,” says Ashley Fothergill, creative director at Mitzi and Hudson Valley Lighting. “Sconces are in demand, too, for lighting the washing of dishes in the sink or as an accent along a backsplash behind the stove.”

Take time to think about how your cooking space functions and how different types of light—ambient, layer, and task—can best meet your needs. Then consider varying the style between fixtures, like pairing midcentury pendants with French-country sconces. As you mix and match, choose at least one element, such as the finish or shape, and keep it consistent between fixtures to maintain a cohesive look. Utilizing an artful mix of lighting will not only give your kitchen a stylish appearance but also make it a more livable space.

2. Beautiful Blues

Shades of blue will continue to be popular in the new year—as evidenced by Pantone’s pick for 2020 Color of the Year. And it’s no wonder this friendly, approachable hue is great for kitchens. “The blue color family is extremely versatile,” says Sue Wadden, director of color marketing at Sherwin-Williams. “Its varying shades—from light to denim to navy—have calming qualities that induce a sense of comfort at home and feel almost neutral.”

When you think about how much time you spend in your kitchen, a calming color is a clear winner. We especially love the deep moody blues and rich blue-greens that pair so beautifully with many other kitchen trends, like brass hardware and natural wood accents. Wadden suggests Charcoal Blue SW 2739, a smoky slate blue, as a color that complements light countertops and warm wood tones.

3. Brass Accents

Appearing in cabinet hardware, drawer pulls, faucets, and light fixtures, brass finishes on decorative elements add a touch of shine to your kitchen’s design. And no matter the finish—satin, unlacquered, or polished brass—this metal makes a stylish statement.

“Brass offers a classic and timeless look while still feeling bold and contemporary,” says Amy Biller Switzer, marketing manager at Emtek and Schaub. “We will see that continue into 2020.” The finish blends nicely with most kitchen design styles, but we especially love the look of brass hardware against dark, moody cabinetry or a polished brass faucet that acts as a shiny focal point in a neutral kitchen.

4. Custom Storage Solutions

As the heart of the home, kitchens tend to serve multiple purposes. That’s why smart storage is essential for keeping kitchen clutter at bay and making the most of available space. Creative storage solutions continue to be popular add-ons in kitchen design, with 78% of homeowners renovating their kitchens planning to include specialty storage in their new cabinetry, according to a 2019 Houzz study.

Case in point: Photographer and designer Erin Kestenbaum transformed her kitchen as part of this fall’s One Room Challenge and thoughtfully included enhanced storage space. Kestenbaum’s creative solutions included vertical tray storage above the fridge, a narrow drawer for oils and spices by the range, and a coffee bar built into a full-height cabinet. “I love designing upfront ways to hide the clutter and appliances that, without a home, will inevitably end up on your countertop occupying space,” she says.

Updating your kitchen and brainstorming ways to amp up your storage? “Think vertically to max out your storage on one wall,” Kestenbaum says. “And consider adding storage in less traditional places like in the corners on your countertop.”

5. Updated Shaker Style

Shaker-style cabinets have long been a staple in farmhouse-style kitchens, but the style continues to diversify to stay relevant in 2020. “We are certainly in an age of Shaker-mania,” says Stephanie Pierce, director of design and trends at MasterBrand Cabinets. “They have a broad appeal and are available everywhere.”

Pierce points to their classic design and simplicity as a reason for their staying power. However, additional Shaker varieties, like those with narrow, medium, and wide rail widths, are also on the rise. “All of these capture top spots in both trend direction and current sales, meaning we don’t see this style going away any time soon,” she says.

The broad appeal of shaker cabinets helps them blend well with many design aesthetics. Variations of this classic style support the casual contemporary, updated traditional, and modern farmhouse looks that many of today’s homeowners adore.

6. Warm Wood Grains

Wood surfaces lend warmth and natural beauty to any space, and the material has taken a leading role in kitchens. “There are so many things that are appealing about wood,” says Liz Stiving-Nichols, interior designer at Martha’s Vineyard Interior Design. “It feels substantial, warm, and there is something unknowingly comforting about it.”

Stiving-Nichols recently designed a kitchen based on gorgeous walnut cabinets created by the home’s architect. “[The] stunning custom walnut cabinets truly deserved to be the focus of the kitchen,” she says. “The flat-front cabinets and carved integral pulls allowed the walnut itself to remain an uninterrupted design feature.”

Use warm wood tones to balance a crisp white kitchen or to enhance the appeal of deep green and blue tones. Natural finishes pair well with a variety of styles, including contemporary cabinetry and traditional countertops.

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