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4 Trends to Create a Beautiful, Restorative Family Kitchen
From fuss-free dining to sustainable choices, which one of these trends would work in your home?
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The past year or so has prompted us to look differently at our homes. The pandemic has meant that most of us have spent more time than ever in them, and as a result, what we ask of our living space has changed. We need our home to perform well, but also to meet a deep emotional need for safety and sanctuary. This is particularly true of kitchens, the hard-working hub of the home where we gather to cook, eat and chat, but recently also to work, study and home-school.
Luxury German kitchen brand SieMatic commissioned research into how today’s homeowners are using their kitchens. Its Kitchen Interior Design Trend Report identifies the big lifestyle demands and style trends of 2021, which inform its beautiful, state-of-the-art kitchens. Read on to find out how to make these trends work in your home.
Luxury German kitchen brand SieMatic commissioned research into how today’s homeowners are using their kitchens. Its Kitchen Interior Design Trend Report identifies the big lifestyle demands and style trends of 2021, which inform its beautiful, state-of-the-art kitchens. Read on to find out how to make these trends work in your home.
Calm your senses
A growing trend is for homes that soothe us. Increasingly, we’re yearning for interiors that not only calm our ‘always on’ minds, but offer a feeling of safety and sanctuary, too.
A new, modern minimalist look answers this need for calm, reassuring interiors. This look combines sleek lines with organic materials such as wood, stone and glass to create a restful, uncluttered, nourishing environment.
A pale, restricted colour palette inspired by nature, which layers tone on tone, boosts the soothing feel. Pebble grey, ochre, brown and terracotta are all popular choices. When it comes to kitchen design, handleless cabinetry delivers the fuss-free feel we crave, combined with wooden surfaces that introduce warmth through grain, texture and natural colour.
Thoughtfully designed cabinet and drawer interiors fitted with flexible storage, from multifunctional rails to porcelain storage jars, make it easy to stay organised, and help the cooking space maintain that serene feel that’s so important right now.
A growing trend is for homes that soothe us. Increasingly, we’re yearning for interiors that not only calm our ‘always on’ minds, but offer a feeling of safety and sanctuary, too.
A new, modern minimalist look answers this need for calm, reassuring interiors. This look combines sleek lines with organic materials such as wood, stone and glass to create a restful, uncluttered, nourishing environment.
A pale, restricted colour palette inspired by nature, which layers tone on tone, boosts the soothing feel. Pebble grey, ochre, brown and terracotta are all popular choices. When it comes to kitchen design, handleless cabinetry delivers the fuss-free feel we crave, combined with wooden surfaces that introduce warmth through grain, texture and natural colour.
Thoughtfully designed cabinet and drawer interiors fitted with flexible storage, from multifunctional rails to porcelain storage jars, make it easy to stay organised, and help the cooking space maintain that serene feel that’s so important right now.
Be together
After the enforced separation of numerous lockdowns, the desire to socialise at home has never been greater. Forget formal entertaining, though, simply having people over in an easy, relaxed way is what we’ve all missed. The kitchen is evolving from a culinary space to a more multifunctional one, where we can share, talk, laugh and be together.
Good kitchen design supports this, with open storage that makes it easy for anyone to grab a bowl or find the wine glasses. Durable surfaces that can handle multiple people work perfectly.
We’re happy eating informal, one-pot meals, too, so flexible, modular furniture such as fold-away seating that can be arranged around an island or an ottoman that doubles as a table are invaluable additions.
After the enforced separation of numerous lockdowns, the desire to socialise at home has never been greater. Forget formal entertaining, though, simply having people over in an easy, relaxed way is what we’ve all missed. The kitchen is evolving from a culinary space to a more multifunctional one, where we can share, talk, laugh and be together.
Good kitchen design supports this, with open storage that makes it easy for anyone to grab a bowl or find the wine glasses. Durable surfaces that can handle multiple people work perfectly.
We’re happy eating informal, one-pot meals, too, so flexible, modular furniture such as fold-away seating that can be arranged around an island or an ottoman that doubles as a table are invaluable additions.
Play the long game
The shift from disposable, short-term living to a more conscious, purposeful form of consumption is another important trend. That means seeking out sustainable, timeless design and beautiful furniture pieces, art and accessories that really reflect who we are and will bring joy down the years.
When it comes to the kitchen, the combination of quality materials that are beautiful and durable, with classic designs that will look great for a lifetime is key. Choosing a SieMatic luxury kitchen guarantees longevity. Each one is individually customised, so that it works perfectly for you and continues to delight for years to come.
Another shift in kitchen design is in favour of appliances that can be easily repaired, rather than upgrading for the latest model. There’s an expectation of greater efficiency, too, through appliances that consume less energy and work smarter. Happily, within the next 25 years, oven energy consumption will likely be 50% lower than it is today.
The shift from disposable, short-term living to a more conscious, purposeful form of consumption is another important trend. That means seeking out sustainable, timeless design and beautiful furniture pieces, art and accessories that really reflect who we are and will bring joy down the years.
When it comes to the kitchen, the combination of quality materials that are beautiful and durable, with classic designs that will look great for a lifetime is key. Choosing a SieMatic luxury kitchen guarantees longevity. Each one is individually customised, so that it works perfectly for you and continues to delight for years to come.
Another shift in kitchen design is in favour of appliances that can be easily repaired, rather than upgrading for the latest model. There’s an expectation of greater efficiency, too, through appliances that consume less energy and work smarter. Happily, within the next 25 years, oven energy consumption will likely be 50% lower than it is today.
Design for multi generations
Sharing your home is not just for the young. Now, there’s a new trend for multi-generational living, with families coming together to live under one roof. It’s a smart solution to the growing demand for housing and also a response to the desire to look after loved ones.
As a result, the kitchen is more than ever a multifunctional area, similar to a living room. Its design is becoming more holistic, so it’s able to support all kinds of activities and expectations, at no expense to style. That means large, durable work surfaces, easy access storage like pull-out drawers and comfortable seating.
Colour is also important when it comes to creating a multi-generational kitchen, with a trend for shades that bring joy and express the personalities of everyone. Pale pigments deliver that sense of calm we crave, while feeling fresh and unexpected – think sage, pistachio and blush pink – while retro brights are also having a moment, striking a fun, nostalgic note that plays well in the post-pandemic world.
The trend for looking further afield for inspiration is growing, too. Maximalist spaces brimming with treasured possessions often include tones like Prussian blue, inspired by the sea and sky and used vividly in Hokusai’s iconic and timeless Japanese art.
Find out more by visiting SieMatic’s website or download the Kitchen Interior Design Trend Report here.
Tell us…
Which of these trends corresponds most to your current needs? Share your thoughts in the Comments.
Sharing your home is not just for the young. Now, there’s a new trend for multi-generational living, with families coming together to live under one roof. It’s a smart solution to the growing demand for housing and also a response to the desire to look after loved ones.
As a result, the kitchen is more than ever a multifunctional area, similar to a living room. Its design is becoming more holistic, so it’s able to support all kinds of activities and expectations, at no expense to style. That means large, durable work surfaces, easy access storage like pull-out drawers and comfortable seating.
Colour is also important when it comes to creating a multi-generational kitchen, with a trend for shades that bring joy and express the personalities of everyone. Pale pigments deliver that sense of calm we crave, while feeling fresh and unexpected – think sage, pistachio and blush pink – while retro brights are also having a moment, striking a fun, nostalgic note that plays well in the post-pandemic world.
The trend for looking further afield for inspiration is growing, too. Maximalist spaces brimming with treasured possessions often include tones like Prussian blue, inspired by the sea and sky and used vividly in Hokusai’s iconic and timeless Japanese art.
Find out more by visiting SieMatic’s website or download the Kitchen Interior Design Trend Report here.
Tell us…
Which of these trends corresponds most to your current needs? Share your thoughts in the Comments.
Innovators in kitchen design since 1929. Founders of the handle-less kitchen. Developers of Pure, Urban and... Read More
Innovators in kitchen design since 1929. Founders of the handle-less kitchen. Developers of Pure, Urban and... Read More