Kitchen Trends Shift: 5 Details Falling Out of Favor in 2024
Paris, France – A wave of change is coming to kitchen design, with several popular elements set to be replaced by more authentic and practical features in 2024. Experts predict a move away from sleek, overly-designed spaces towards warmer, more lived-in kitchens prioritizing natural materials and functionality.
The shift reflects a broader trend in interior design favoring authenticity and a rejection of “flashiness,” impacting homeowners and those planning kitchen renovations. Designers are observing a desire for spaces that tell a story, incorporating pieces with character and embracing a less rigid aesthetic.
Hear are five details expected to diminish in popularity:
- Fluted facades: Once highly fashionable, these are now considered impractical and visually overbearing.
- Overly Clean Lines: Kitchens where every object has a designated place are giving way to more instinctive and lively spaces.
- Lacquered/High-Gloss Finishes: Authentic materials like hand-polished stone, wood with visible veins, and matte paints are preferred for adding depth.
- Gray Color Palettes: The overuse of gray is leading to a preference for warmer tones like cream, peach, and ocher.
- Shiny Accessories: matte finishes are making a comeback for handles, taps, and other hardware.
“Authentic materials will now be favored,” assures Richard Davonport, director of the Davonport Kitchens agency. Tom Wicksteed, co-founder of the 202 Design studio, notes the move towards simplicity, “with open shelves and clear walls.” The emerging trend prioritizes practicality, allowing decorative objects and utensils to coexist on worktops.
