Twenty-eighteen was the year of making old things new. There was a resurface of the 80s, and modernization became relevant again. For years, designers have been focused on traditional kitchens and baths, but recently there has been a popularity among modern pieces. The modern movement is more popular out west, however people in the South are starting to adapt.
Some of the most popular trends of the modern house in 2018 come from the kitchen. Since the kitchen is where the majority of a family’s time is spent, it usually is people’s main focus when remodeling. The modern trend has struck the industry hard as many new pieces have come out. For example, quartz, wood finished countertops, and dark appliances are the new thing. It’s all about the clean finish and lines to make it feel more put together.
We also see a mix of new and old features. Central light fixtures today are very 80s, but with a modern twist. Think circles, fun colors, and hanging lights. There is also a rise of dark appliances scattered through the house. Fortunately, one of the brands we carry, AGA, can help you with that. They carry a wide range of kitchen appliances that are dark colored, and even have fun colors like mint as well.
Twenty-eighteen is also about simplicity and integration. There is a new trend of integrated kitchens, which also is key for hidden. A refrigerator that looks like a cabinet, or a vent hood that looks like part of the wall. This gives your kitchen a more natural feel and simplifies the room.
The modern trend is very popular among many celebrities. I will attach below several celebrity kitchen styles as inspo such as Julia Richards, LeBron James, and Jennifer Lopez.
Designing your dream kitchen is all about your creative style and vision. I recommend looking up inspiration on places like Pinterest and blogs to get a feel of what you really want before designing. A helpful tip if you cannot decide on a particular product is to look up the product already installed in a home and you can see how it looks already. This will help you better visualize your home and what it might look like.
