The Top Kitchen Cabinet Trends for 2020
Planning a kitchen remodel? Maybe you’re finally embarking on building your new home and want to make sure that you get the kitchen you’ve always dreamed of having. Whatever the case, there has never been a better time to consider kitchen design, particularly when it comes to kitchen cabinets. Whether you want something refined and luxurious, charming and classic, relaxed and sophisticated, or traditional, it’s out there. Of course, you’ll need to know more about the top kitchen cabinet trends for 2020 so you can make an informed choice.
All White
Interestingly, one of the growing kitchen cabinet trends for 2020 is going with an all-white motif. White cabinets, cabinet fronts, drawers, and using marble countertops give your kitchen a bright, airy feel. Combine white with pale flooring and light-colored cabinet hardware to really make the most of this trend. However, note that it can be difficult to maintain white in a working kitchen, particularly when it comes to countertops. Rather than white marble, consider something like engineered quartz to help resist staining.
The Larder Makes a Comeback
The larder or pantry was once a big part of kitchen design, but it faded out over time as people decided to store some of their goods in cabinets. However, today, they are staging a comeback. Today’s larder is a standalone cabinet with plenty of shelf space for canned and jarred foods, dry goods and more. Opt for a larder that’s a related but slightly different color to accent your overall kitchen design, and make sure you have doors to enclose those shelves and hide everything from sight.
Custom Cabinets
Once, semi-custom and prefab cabinets were the rule for all but the highest-end homes. They were cheap, readily available, and served their purpose. Today, custom kitchen cabinets have become more affordable and more widely available, ensuring that you can custom design your kitchen storage and workspaces even if you don’t have a massive budget. Going the custom route allows you to design the ideal amount of storage space, settle on an organizational plan for the kitchen, choose countertop materials, and more. Plus, when you work with the right custom cabinets designer, you get an installation that will last the life of the home.
Going Green
We’re not talking about the color, although that’s increasingly popular, too. No, what we mean is the use of reclaimed materials in your custom kitchen cabinets, from glass panes to cabinet doors. It also means using more sustainable materials than in the past. Think bamboo and solid surface counters, cork flooring, and low or no-VOC finishes throughout the kitchen.
Unexpected Colors
Traditionally, kitchens were pretty neutral in terms of colors. You had natural wood cabinets and maybe a few accents here and there. Those days are gone, and we couldn’t be happier to wish them farewell. Today, kitchens can (and are) almost any color under the rainbow. Go with bright, bold yellow to infuse the room with energy and life. Sage green is soothing and understated. Gray is a timeless choice that is at once modern and classic. Really, the sky’s the limit here, so why stick with boring and stodgy?
Unexpected Shapes
When you think of kitchen cabinets, chances are good that you imagine a series of boxes and rectangles. That’s natural, but it’s not the only thing possible. In 2020, you’ll see an increasing number of unexpected shapes throughout the kitchen, particularly curves. They offer a more organic and aesthetically pleasing appearance and, when professionally designed, they don’t sacrifice anything in the way of storage space or organizational capabilities. Not a fan of circles, ovals, and the like? You can go the opposite route with sharp angles and still benefit from the unexpected shape trend. Think triangles and recessed rectangles, for instance.
Natural Wood
Kitchen cabinet design trends have changed a lot over the last few years. Wood cabinets and cabinet doors are making a comeback in 2020, but don’t expect to see a lot of oak or walnut. Instead, you’ll see paler woods like ash on display. These species features subtler grain and a smoother, more modern appearance that ties in with concrete, natural stone, and synthetic stone used for countertop materials.
Going Dark
A number of kitchens have gone from light to dark. These bold spaces make big statements in terms of style and beauty, but it can also be a practical choice, particularly for hard-working kitchens where staining is a reality. If all-white makes you cringe thinking about stains on your counters and cabinets, think about going with a range of gray shades, from charcoal to light gray. This can be particularly effective when paired with wide-plank wood floors or with a sleek, minimalist overall kitchen design.
Hidden Hardware
In keeping with the modern design theme, many homeowners are choosing custom kitchen cabinets that have less visible hardware. Handles and drawer pulls are being removed in favor of grooves built into the cabinet doors and drawer fronts themselves. The result? A sleek, ultra-modern feel. Don’t want to go super modern? Don’t worry. When paired with the right design elements, the right colors, and the right cabinet designs, hardware-less cabinets can help you achieve almost any aesthetic.
How We Can Help
At Knotty Nuff Wood, we have worked with homeowners and designers in Orange County and Los Angeles County for many years. We offer custom kitchen cabinets in keeping with 2020’s design trends, but we’re also happy to help you buck the trend if you’d prefer something else. Get in touch with us today to discuss your needs and to schedule your free consultation. There has never been a better time to think about remodeling your kitchen or building the kitchen of your dreams. We also go well beyond designing custom kitchen cabinets. From the bathroom to the den, the bedroom to the dining room, we can custom design furnishings that enrich your life.
