Nicole is a graduate of Eastern Michigan University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design. She has 20 plus years of experience in the kitchen & bath cabinet industry/and loves assisting people in finding the perfect solution to their remodeling projects. Nicole and her husband reside in Brownstown and Cockapoo “Aero Smith”. In her free time, she enjoys traveling with her family, camping on the west side of Michigan and spending time with friends.
Our homes are a place to reflect our style, as well as our lifestyle. We need it to work for us, but we also want it to be a place we enjoy. Trends may come and go, and you don’t want to hop on each and every one. Over time, we curate a feeling in our home, freshening it up over time with large or small changes, layering in new textures and pieces.
The kitchen has long since been referred to as the heart of the home. It sets the tone for the home, often a place where the family comes all together to catch up, share a meal, play a game, or host a get together. We want this space to be functional to meet the needs of our lifestyle, yet be comfortable and inviting. As we dive into the trends for 2025, grab your vision board and start dreaming!
We can expect to see kitchens having large windows or window walls that slide open to a beautiful outdoor space, finding creative ways to bring the “outside” in. These window banks add more natural light to the home and create a sense of openness. We all know the benefits of sunlight, it’s proven that natural light exposure is mood-boosting, energy enhancing, and helps to harmonize our circadian rhythm.
Having a bank of sliding glass or accordion doors also helps to extend your home to the outside, continuing the popularity of outdoor entertaining. We think of this outdoor entertaining space as an extension of the kitchen, a second room to be used as an open concept entertaining area.
Vintage-inspired designs remain a popular trend in home decorating for 2025. Homeowners appreciate the charm and nostalgia that vintage styles bring, blending retro elements with modern functionality. This year, expect to see vintage trends combined with contemporary materials, like pairing antique-style fixtures with minimalist designs. Distressed finishes, mid-century modern furniture, and vintage color palettes (think muted tones with pops of jewel hues) are also making a strong comeback. The appeal lies in creating unique, personalized spaces that honor the past while embracing the future.
Some ways you can incorporate vintage items into your design are:
Earthy neutrals will dominate, accented by bold shades like terracotta or deep blue for vibrancy. These tones offer timeless appeal and warmth.
Benjamin Moore’s Color of the Year for 2025 is Cinnamon Slate. This rich, versatile shade blends plum and velvety brown, offering a sophisticated yet approachable hue. It reflects a growing trend toward “in-between” colors, with undertones of brown, red, and purple that create depth and warmth. Designers are embracing this shade for its flexibility and its ability to make spaces feel grounded and inviting. These colors are also expected to complement metals (like brass, gold, or matte black) that are currently in vogue for hardware and fixtures.
Cinnamon Slate works well in various applications, from accent walls and kitchen cabinets to entire rooms. It pairs beautifully with Benjamin Moore’s 2025 Color Trends palette, which includes calming neutrals like Sea Salt and deeper, earthy tones like Leather Saddle Brown and Ashwood Moss. These combinations highlight the ongoing trend of creating cozy, restful interiors using muted yet colorful hues.
If you aren’t ready to paint walls or cabinets, but want to incorporate these dreamy, earthy tones into your home shop for throw pillows, art, and accent pieces.
The crown jewel of concealed storage may be a scullery, a smaller scale kitchen, directly off or adjacent to your main kitchen, offering more cabinetry, appliances and prep space. This could be as elaborate as a second kitchen to allow the chef to prep food and wash dishes behind the scenes keeping the kitchen clean for guests. Or a scullery could be a large walk-in pantry with countertops and cabinets to house appliances out of sight.
As technology continues to advance, the use of smart technology in the kitchen is expected to increase. Want to talk to your appliance similarly to how you interact with Alexa? Or have AI suggestions on how you might prepare your food? Real Simple highlights trends like voice-activated appliances, AI-enhanced cooking tools with smart food ID systems, and multifunctional induction cooktops that double as counter space. Other innovations include deluxe wine fridges and tech-focused features like smartphone integration and UV sanitation. These advancements cater to convenience, sustainability, and personalized functionality in the modern kitchen.
While an open-concept kitchen is fabulous for hosting gatherings and having a number of “cooks in the kitchen”, we are seeing an evolution in this regard. Adaptable layouts with specific zones for cooking, dining, and working enhance flexibility for modern lifestyles and families.
Making the most of your space is key in the kitchen because it always seems like no matter how much you have you will use it. When thinking about your kitchen design – whether you are embarking on a remodel, building a new home, or just daydreaming, it’s important to take stock of how you use your kitchen today, what you love, and what features you would like in your ideal kitchen.
Some popular ideas for zones or spaces in the kitchen:
The trends for kitchen islands in 2025 emphasize versatility, functionality, and aesthetic appeal, making them central to modern kitchen design:
Multi-Functional Features: Kitchen islands are increasingly designed with integrated appliances such as hobs, sinks, or pop-up outlets. This trend promotes functionality and a seamless look, allowing the island to serve as a hub for cooking, charging devices, or even socializing without clutter.
Bold and Contrasting Colors: Using kitchen islands as a focal point with bold colors or contrasting tones is a key trend. For instance, pairing a darker or richly pigmented island with lighter perimeter cabinetry creates visual interest and depth
Natural Materials and Rustic Designs: The use of wood and butcher block tops is growing in popularity, reflecting a return to earthy, warm aesthetics. These materials not only offer a timeless appeal but also add texture and warmth to the space
Storage and Hidden Features: Storage innovations like hidden drawers, built-in shelving, or concealed charging stations are making kitchen islands more practical. These designs help maximize space while maintaining a sleek, uncluttered look
Streamlined Layouts: Clean lines and angular designs are making a comeback, replacing previously popular curved edges. Islands are being reimagined as social centers, incorporating seating areas for dining or working.
For 2025, the kitchen countertop trends highlight a mix of natural elegance, bold designs, and practical choices, catering to a wide range of aesthetic preferences and functional needs.
Bold Veining & Natural Patterns: Materials like marble, especially with bold veining are highly popular. These dramatic patterns can turn a countertop into a statement piece, particularly in high-traffic areas like kitchen islands. Feather veining, offering softer, more subtle lines, is also trending for those looking for a serene and sophisticated design.
Resilient and Sustainable Materials: Quartz continues to dominate, offering a variety of colors and patterns, while remaining low-maintenance and highly durable
Natural & Warm Textures: Butcher block countertops, which had previously fallen out of favor, are making a comeback. Their warmth and organic appeal are now being embraced in modern kitchens, often paired with lighter elements to balance the space
Waterfall or Live Edge Countertops: In a waterfall edge, the countertop flows seamlessly over the sides of an island, creating a sleek and continuous appearance. For a more organic look, raw or live edges, which preserve the natural shape of the stone or wood, remain popular. These edges are often used in more rustic or natural designs, where the raw beauty of the material is showcased.
Natural stone, such as granite, marble, and quartzite, is often coveted for it’s uniqueness. No two slabs are the same, meaning you can treat your countertop selection like choosing a piece of art to showcase in your home. Countertops aren’t the only way you can incorporate natural stone in your home, it is also suited for backsplashes, flooring, and coffee tables.
Classic marble countertops like the Carrera and Calacatta marble will always be classic and widely popular. We are also seeing bolder, richer colors of marble being on trend this year. When paired with a light wood tone or other shades of the deeper colors for your cabinets, you create a nice tonal effect that speaks of luxury and timelessness.
Quartzite has a similar look to many marble stones, with the natural beauty, veining and pattern in the stone. Because quartzite is a natural stone, no two slabs will be the same. With durability that is closer to that of granite, standing up to heat, resisting stains and scratches, and withstand normal wear and tear it is a versatile stone for kitchen countertops.
Many homeowners choose granite for the rich, unmistakable elegance it offers as a natural building product. Because it’s an extremely hard material, granite is suitable in many different applications: It resists scratches and stains, and can withstand normal wear and tear with proper sealing and maintenance. Granite is also heat tolerant, suitable for installation near a range or cooktop, or in a bathroom where high-heat hair tools may be present.
While you want to maintain your natural stone, remember there is a certain charm that comes with the use of natural stone surfaces. When your stone patinas, or even ends up with scratches or stains, those all tell a story of that fabulous meal shared with friends and family, the kids helping with dinner, or a family craft. Embrace the loved, lived-in feel that comes with enjoying your home.
Some people still may not want the maintenance and imperfections of marble, but still want that look. Quartz continues to come a long way with stone look-alike varieties from companies such as Silestone, Dekton, and Cambria.
Porcelain may be new to the homeowner scene, but it’s been a long favorite for restaurants and other commercial spaces. You get the look of marble or natural stone, without the maintenance. Porcelain is stain resistant, easy to clean, and comes in a variety of patterns and finishes.
For 2025, kitchen cabinets are trending toward sleek, functional designs with an emphasis on maximizing storage and modern aesthetics. Some of the key trends include:
Minimalist and Streamlined Designs: Simple, clean lines are still in style, with frameless cabinets and smooth surfaces becoming more common. These styles help create a modern, uncluttered look, while also providing greater storage efficiency.
Textured Finishes: Cabinets with fluted, ribbed, or other textured surfaces are becoming popular. These finishes add a tactile, custom feel, helping kitchens stand out with a more bespoke look.
Sustainability: Eco-friendly materials, like bamboo and reclaimed wood, are also trending, reflecting homeowners’ desire for sustainability in their kitchen remodels.
Smart Technology Integration: Many cabinets now feature smart tech, such as touchless opening systems and integrated charging stations, enhancing both convenience and modern appeal.
Multi-Functional and Custom Storage: Cabinets are being designed to meet diverse needs, such as hidden storage options, appliance garages, and organizers that reduce clutter. This focus on function allows for greater personalization and better use of space.
Overall, kitchen cabinets in 2025 are all about blending style with practicality, incorporating modern technology, and making spaces more personalized and functional.
In 2025, stove hoods are evolving beyond their functional role to become a focal point of kitchen design. One trend is the use of bold, statement-making range hoods, often crafted from unique materials like custom iron, stainless steel, or even glass. Designers are using these elements to add personality and sophistication to kitchens.
These hoods are not just about aesthetics—they’re also improving functionality with features like high-efficiency ventilation, adjustable speed controls, and quiet operation, ensuring that the kitchen remains fresh and inviting during cooking sessions.
For kitchen sinks in 2025, trends show a shift toward more functional, stylish, and innovative designs.
Undermount sinks continue to be popular, offering a sleek, seamless look, while apron-front sinks are also making a strong comeback due to their traditional charm and practicality. In addition, dual sinks are becoming increasingly favored to support multitasking, like meal prep and dishwashing, in busy households.
Another trend is the growing popularity of deeper, larger sinks that provide more space for washing larger pots and pans. Some homeowners are even opting for integrated sink designs, where the countertop material flows directly into the sink, enhancing both aesthetics and ease of cleaning.
Materials for kitchen sinks in 2025 are diversifying, with composite sinks in bold colors and materials like fireclay, granite, and stainless steel leading the pack. These materials combine durability and style, offering homeowners both functionality and visual appeal
Lastly, some innovative trends include sinks with built-in accessories like cutting boards, drying racks, and compost bins, which enhance both the aesthetic and practical value of the kitchen space.
In 2025, several kitchen trends are phasing out as homeowners shift towards more personalized and functional designs. Some trends to move away from include:
All-White Kitchens: After years of dominance, all-white kitchens are being replaced by more vibrant, personalized color schemes. The trend is moving toward deeper, moodier colors like black, navy, and dark green, as well as rich jewel tones and earthy neutrals.
Minimalism: While minimalist designs have been popular, the trend toward sterile, ultra-clean spaces is waning. In its place, there’s a growing appreciation for warmth and character, with elements like textured cabinet finishes, personalized touches, and bespoke design becoming more prevalent.
Industrial Styles: The appeal of industrial aesthetics, particularly raw stainless steel and concrete, is fading. Instead, there’s a shift towards softer, more inviting materials such as wood, stone, and rattan, which bring natural elements into the kitchen
These shifts represent a broader desire for kitchens that are not only functional but also reflect individuality and comfort. The focus is on customization, warmth, and creating spaces that truly feel lived-in.
The kitchen is the heart of the home, it is a room we spend a lot of time in. For that reason, it has to be functional for you, and designed in a style that you will love for years to come. The average midrange kitchen remodel is $75,000, so you want to be sure the design you decide on today is one you’ll love for years to come. Whether that means embracing vintage, going bold with colors or accents, adding seating areas or a coffee station, start your inspiration board now!
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