We created the 2023 Kitchen + Bath Insider to focus on design trends that are on the rise. This curated series will help you get inspired to incorporate the latest trends, and discover how you can pair them with your aesthetic. In this edition, we will be focused on cabinetry, exploring the emerging styles to keep your kitchen looking fresh in 2023 and beyond. We have gathered the ideas, now you just need to add your aesthetic!
Choosing the perfect cabinetry
Cabinetry is a foundational piece of design. From style to the finish, it defines your space and helps you achieve the aesthetic you wish to bring your vision to life. The cabinets you choose help anchor the design because in many ways they are at the core of the design, and many design choices are made around them. Cabinetry establishes the style and lays the groundwork for the rest of the space. When it comes to choosing the cabinetry, remember that it’s a significant portion of your renovation budget, so it should be the exact finish and style that you love and imagine in your home. Since so many design decisions are made around the choice, it’s important to think about your personal aesthetic, and how much of that you wish to incorporate in your space. Take a look at the cabinetry trends of 2023.
Adding a pop of color
Colored cabinetry is something that can add plenty of contrast and pull in all the right tones to accent your design. To choose the right color for your cabinetry consider the style of the space and other elements such as fixtures, counters, and furniture. You may be able to pull out a color or tone from another design element that could be a perfect choice for the cabinetry and tie everything together. However, in kitchen design specifically, it’s important to consider whether you want your upper, lower, and island cabinetry to all be the same color or create contrast with two different colors.
Creating contrast
While you’re thinking about cabinetry, considering the layout of your kitchen might help make the decision easier. If you think through the layout. Typically, when a kitchen has an island, clients consider making it a different color than the perimeter cabinetry, making it a focal point in the space. Having a variety of colors in a kitchen can also give a kitchen the customized look that will elevate your home.
Zones create peace
How your kitchen functions is just as important as the way that it looks. Deciding on zones within your kitchen will create better flow and a layout that works well with your lifestyle. It’s a way to maximize the space and place things such as the stove, sink, and dishwasher in places that make sense relative to the size of the space. If you think about your kitchen and what spaces you use the most, this will make the decision easier. Most importantly, the space needs to work well for your daily lifestyle. While the aesthetic is an important piece of kitchen design, the balance of functionality and form should be at the heart of the design. Find out more about zones can create a beautiful, and functional space. The whole space is truly a place that needs to work well for you, we hope you get inspired to think about your kitchen with zones, so thinking more about the usage of the space will function better for you.
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