Like all other forms of interior design, kitchen design goes through its own trends and fashions. It could be shabby chic, or a return to the incredible design signatures of the 1950s, where the home was influenced by science and technology (remember these “space age” gadgets and polished stainless steel surfaces that were all the rage after the Apollo 11 lunar landing in 1969?)
So what can we expect to be the hot new trends as we run past the predicted Mayan end of the world and go far into 2021 Here are five of the hottest tips for kitchen design and trends for next year – and how you can get the look for less!
1 – Art Deco makes a comeback
The elegance of the 1920s and 30s is making a big comeback and Art Deco design features will be huge next year, not just for kitchens but for interior design in general. Back in the kitchen, acrylic doors mimic the “bakelite” look of the time and will be a big statement, as their high-gloss finish works perfectly with the clean, smooth lines associated with Deco design. Exotic wood veneers combined with polished steel cladding give each kitchen renovation the essential Deco look, for a fraction of the cost of a new replacement kitchen.
2 – Radical Retro
After the Deco theme, Retro is back for 2013 as designers look back on the past to get inspiration. Expect to see ornate finishes and bespoke details such as decorative hinges, handles and knobs that can give even the simplest renovation a subtle and elegant design twist.
3 – The clean look
The kitchen is the heart of every home and in 2021 the focus shifts back to this space and how we interact with it. This means that kitchens will see even more daily activity, so dry-clean surfaces and tubeless countertops will be the key to keeping a hectic kitchen tidy.
4 – Wake up to wood
Not all acrylic doors and dry-clean high-gloss surfaces; wood is still the king of many kitchen designs, especially if you go for a traditional Shaker style or country cottage. However, choosing to replace your existing doors and drawers with wood does not mean that you have to give up all amenities that are easy to maintain, as wood effect patterns are also available in easy-care vinyls. So even a kitchen with a traditional look can be created with less cost than you might think.
5 – Bold and light
Do not be afraid to take yourself out of everyday life this year – go for bold and bright patterns and colors to really match the individuality of your design. This look, like all other hot trends for 2013, can be easily achieved with a simple renovation, rather than a complete make-over.
All the latest design trends for 2021 are suitable for all types of kitchens, but if you really want to get the most out of the space you work with and get a show-stopping effect, talk to a professional designer. They can sit down with you and give you an objective picture of what can be achieved, what will work (and what does not usually!) And how much it will cost. If you keep the basic structure of your existing kitchen and go for a renovation rather than a replacement, you can have a kitchen that looks like it stepped straight out of an interior design magazine – and all for a fraction of the cost!
