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5 Key Kitchen Trends for 2019
Get the lowdown from industry experts on what will be hot in kitchens next year
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Planning a kitchen renovation or revamp and want to know what styles, materials and fixtures will be trending in 2019? Well, we reached out to kitchen experts Häfele, who, as well as designing a number of their own brand ranges, work alongside fantastic designers and suppliers in their Studio Partner Network – a service that connects homeowners with their local kitchen supplier.
We asked them all to reveal their valuable insight into the changing demands of the kitchen space and how this is reflecting on the current styles and design decisions. Read on and take away some on-the-ball inspiration that will ensure your home is leading the way in kitchen design.
We asked them all to reveal their valuable insight into the changing demands of the kitchen space and how this is reflecting on the current styles and design decisions. Read on and take away some on-the-ball inspiration that will ensure your home is leading the way in kitchen design.
New Styles
2019 is set to see big changes in kitchen looks and styles, particularly when it comes to colours. Earthy neutrals are making headways in paint trends and also breaking into kitchen design, with units taking on natural clay colour hues.
Dark blues and greens also stay at the top of the wish list and are being teamed with mixed metal accents for a bold, confident look. “Painted Shaker is still very popular but the colour schemes reflect the more contemporary, bolder looks,” says Fay Branch of Kingsey Kitchens.
Another interesting style breaking through is the mindfulness and minimalism trend, a personal favourite of Nikhita Sejpal of AluSplash. “We love this look as it reflects society’s awareness of sustainability and their impact on the environment, with more eco-friendly items popping up in home design to save on energy and water consumption. Minimalism is about decluttering your space, gathering the most essential and necessary elements, and ensuring the permanent materials in the space are the showstoppers.”
In 2019 there will be a continued drive towards smart home design too, making life more efficient, economical, integrated and sustainable. As a result, the latest kitchen styles are following this lead and incorporating multi-functional designs that are accessible. “We expect this desire for comfort combined with clear and neat design will drive appliances to become more hidden, such as coffee machines and toasters being integrated or stored away,” says Peter Baxter of Accuride International Ltd.
2019 is set to see big changes in kitchen looks and styles, particularly when it comes to colours. Earthy neutrals are making headways in paint trends and also breaking into kitchen design, with units taking on natural clay colour hues.
Dark blues and greens also stay at the top of the wish list and are being teamed with mixed metal accents for a bold, confident look. “Painted Shaker is still very popular but the colour schemes reflect the more contemporary, bolder looks,” says Fay Branch of Kingsey Kitchens.
Another interesting style breaking through is the mindfulness and minimalism trend, a personal favourite of Nikhita Sejpal of AluSplash. “We love this look as it reflects society’s awareness of sustainability and their impact on the environment, with more eco-friendly items popping up in home design to save on energy and water consumption. Minimalism is about decluttering your space, gathering the most essential and necessary elements, and ensuring the permanent materials in the space are the showstoppers.”
In 2019 there will be a continued drive towards smart home design too, making life more efficient, economical, integrated and sustainable. As a result, the latest kitchen styles are following this lead and incorporating multi-functional designs that are accessible. “We expect this desire for comfort combined with clear and neat design will drive appliances to become more hidden, such as coffee machines and toasters being integrated or stored away,” says Peter Baxter of Accuride International Ltd.
Smart Storage
As social living and entertaining becomes a way of life, open-plan is still the go-to layout for new home builds and house extensions, bringing everyone together in one space. As a result, kitchen islands are getting bigger, with more stool seating around them, while creative storage is being demanded for clearing the clutter in open spaces. “Rather than creating a hollow kitchen island, homeowners are asking for built-in drawers and cupboard space,” says Nikhita.
Homeowners with open-plan layouts are keen to hide things away and minimise kitchen clutter for a sophisticated, sleek look. “We’re being asked to incorporate more internal storage solutions, such as baking cupboards and corner larders,” says Fay. While Emma Mcloughlin of Regal Kitchens has also seen customer’s becoming smarter with storage. “More thought is being put on internal mechanisms for storage solutions as it’s important that the working space remains clutter-free,” she says.
As well as open-plan living, compact urban homes and micro city apartments are also on the rise and having an effect on storage needs. “Clever space-saving storage like slim, pull-out pantries are in high demand,” says Peter. While Nikhita suggests “motion-censored equipment in the kitchen, such as faucets and one-touch refrigerators, can all aid in space conservation, by limiting the amount of countertop area needed and the space used to open and close doors.”
David Shoebridge of Grass UK believes clever drawer storage is the answer to a super-organised kitchen. “Without the correct inserts, a drawer can seem like an empty box. However, with innovative storage solutions, such as the Tavinea system, it’s easy to organise utensils and maximise the space.”
As social living and entertaining becomes a way of life, open-plan is still the go-to layout for new home builds and house extensions, bringing everyone together in one space. As a result, kitchen islands are getting bigger, with more stool seating around them, while creative storage is being demanded for clearing the clutter in open spaces. “Rather than creating a hollow kitchen island, homeowners are asking for built-in drawers and cupboard space,” says Nikhita.
Homeowners with open-plan layouts are keen to hide things away and minimise kitchen clutter for a sophisticated, sleek look. “We’re being asked to incorporate more internal storage solutions, such as baking cupboards and corner larders,” says Fay. While Emma Mcloughlin of Regal Kitchens has also seen customer’s becoming smarter with storage. “More thought is being put on internal mechanisms for storage solutions as it’s important that the working space remains clutter-free,” she says.
As well as open-plan living, compact urban homes and micro city apartments are also on the rise and having an effect on storage needs. “Clever space-saving storage like slim, pull-out pantries are in high demand,” says Peter. While Nikhita suggests “motion-censored equipment in the kitchen, such as faucets and one-touch refrigerators, can all aid in space conservation, by limiting the amount of countertop area needed and the space used to open and close doors.”
David Shoebridge of Grass UK believes clever drawer storage is the answer to a super-organised kitchen. “Without the correct inserts, a drawer can seem like an empty box. However, with innovative storage solutions, such as the Tavinea system, it’s easy to organise utensils and maximise the space.”
Latest Lighting Designs
With the minimalist and industrial looks still proving popular next year, these schemes are often teamed with edgy lighting designs. Alison Reuben, of Bluebell Fitted Furniture, says they are seeing: “more and more stunning lighting designs, which are easily accessible and great value for money, too.”
Often hung low over the kitchen island, striking pendant lights create an attention-grabbing feature in the centre of an open-plan space. Look out for over-sized wicker pendants or factory-style, bare bulb designs.
With the minimalist and industrial looks still proving popular next year, these schemes are often teamed with edgy lighting designs. Alison Reuben, of Bluebell Fitted Furniture, says they are seeing: “more and more stunning lighting designs, which are easily accessible and great value for money, too.”
Often hung low over the kitchen island, striking pendant lights create an attention-grabbing feature in the centre of an open-plan space. Look out for over-sized wicker pendants or factory-style, bare bulb designs.
Leading Materials
Thanks to the popularity in cooking shows and easier ways to entertain at home, such as services like Hello Fresh, more homeowners are wanting to cook like seasoned chefs and looking to recreate professional-style kitchens with practical surfaces. “Stainless steel seems to have made a comeback and still remains the bestseller in appliances,” says Nikhita. “A way in which this look can be softened and made more appealing is to pair the steel with lighter woods, marble, or neutral colours to create a homelier feel.”
Mixing and matching materials is also the big story of 2019, with edgy surfaces, like concrete-effect or bold wood grain, being teamed with simple matte kitchen units for a contrasting finish. “Organic-style textures, like stone, seem to be leading the way,” says Nikhita, “and with the trend for minimalism embodying a tranquil philosophy, the use of natural materials and simplicity in patterns, lighting and colours is the perfect combination.”
Popular Finishes
Following a growing global trend for individualised looks, kitchen designers are having to offer more choices of finishes. “The finish of a tap is a big emerging trend,” says Tony Wilson of Grohe. “This can affect whether a product looks contemporary or traditional in design. Chrome is still a popular choice, but fashion-inspired finishes, such as copper, brass and rose gold, are also hugely in demand.”
As these modern metallics continue to surge, other brands are introducing new additions to their collections – Smeg, for example, will be unveiling its range of brass taps and sinks next year. “This will be perfect for adding an extra design element to a kitchen scheme,” says Lucy King of Smeg.
Handleless units are also on the agenda for the new year, following the trend for sleek, minimal finishes that are calm and ordered.
More: For more kitchen advice, check out Häfele’s Ideas for Living blog, while you can find your local Studio Partner here.
Your turn: What trends for 2019 have grabbed your attention and why?
Thanks to the popularity in cooking shows and easier ways to entertain at home, such as services like Hello Fresh, more homeowners are wanting to cook like seasoned chefs and looking to recreate professional-style kitchens with practical surfaces. “Stainless steel seems to have made a comeback and still remains the bestseller in appliances,” says Nikhita. “A way in which this look can be softened and made more appealing is to pair the steel with lighter woods, marble, or neutral colours to create a homelier feel.”
Mixing and matching materials is also the big story of 2019, with edgy surfaces, like concrete-effect or bold wood grain, being teamed with simple matte kitchen units for a contrasting finish. “Organic-style textures, like stone, seem to be leading the way,” says Nikhita, “and with the trend for minimalism embodying a tranquil philosophy, the use of natural materials and simplicity in patterns, lighting and colours is the perfect combination.”
Popular Finishes
Following a growing global trend for individualised looks, kitchen designers are having to offer more choices of finishes. “The finish of a tap is a big emerging trend,” says Tony Wilson of Grohe. “This can affect whether a product looks contemporary or traditional in design. Chrome is still a popular choice, but fashion-inspired finishes, such as copper, brass and rose gold, are also hugely in demand.”
As these modern metallics continue to surge, other brands are introducing new additions to their collections – Smeg, for example, will be unveiling its range of brass taps and sinks next year. “This will be perfect for adding an extra design element to a kitchen scheme,” says Lucy King of Smeg.
Handleless units are also on the agenda for the new year, following the trend for sleek, minimal finishes that are calm and ordered.
More: For more kitchen advice, check out Häfele’s Ideas for Living blog, while you can find your local Studio Partner here.
Your turn: What trends for 2019 have grabbed your attention and why?
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Thank you for the feature Ideas for Living!
With minimalism being a feature, I am surprised to see a kettle in nearly every photo! Boiling water taps are one of the most important things to have if you want to de-clutter!
As a Studio Partner we agree that customers are increasingly looking for maximum storage so that surfaces can be kept clear and all the corners and nooks are used to their best advantage. Hafele have a great range of storage options available to suit all kitchen styles.