The Key Kitchen Trends in 2023

If you're planning a new kitchen in 2023, it's important to do a little research on kitchen design trends to ensure you end up with one that will be the envy of all your friends and family. Of course, there are different kitchen trends depending on what style of kitchen you prefer, but whether your style is contemporary, modern, classic or traditional, some key trends remain the same. "When planning a new kitchen in 2023, key areas to consider are door design, color, texture, shape and material."

Door design

Over the years, kitchen door design has become more and more simple. Modern kitchens tend towards flat doors without details. An extension of this is the move towards hands-free doors, and this will continue into 2023 with many homeowners opting for hands-free kitchens in Christchurch. Even with classic or traditional kitchen styles, door designs tend to be simpler than in the past, with many designers using Shaker style doors, even with built-in kitchens. It gives a very detailed classic look.

What about the color?

We see that the range of colors now available in kitchens has grown exponentially over the past year. Designers and homeowners are getting bolder when it comes to cabinet colors, with many now opting for subtle hues, especially in contemporary and modern designs. Subtle shades can interfere with glossy or matte doors in a modern kitchen or even in a warm wood finish. Of course, mixing both paint colors and wood textures is a huge trend right now and will only gain popularity. Whitewashed kitchens are still very popular for classic and traditional kitchen styles, but other, bolder colors are emerging, especially mixed with softer tones. In hardwood kitchens, oak and walnut are still as popular as ever.

Texture

Depending on the chosen kitchen style, the texture of the kitchen finish will continue. Let's say your choice is a contemporary kitchen, then you will have the choice between glossy or glossy. Glossy kitchens are still very popular, but in 2023, expect more matte finishes. Glossy kitchens are easy to clean, but are prone to footprints and fingerprints. Matte finishes are easy to maintain, but don't show as many signs as gloss.

Shape

What we really mean is the use of curves or straight lines in kitchen design. Curves are most important in classic and traditional kitchens, where smooth edges are the main trend. Curves are also popular in modern style kitchens, while sleek, sharp lines will continue to be in fashion for a modern look. Contemporary kitchens need sharp lines to differentiate them from most modern kitchens, which include thin worktops and end panels that add finishing touches.

Materials

As we all know, there has been a big shift towards eco-friendly and recycled materials in recent years. Expect reclaimed wood to make inroads into modern and contemporary kitchens to create a smooth, earthy feel, especially in high-end kitchens.

When it comes to countertops, there's a big shift toward eco-friendly materials, with quartz and recycled glass being used to dramatic effect.