Hot Kitchen Design Trends to Inspire Your Custom Home
The kitchen is often called the heart of the home, and for good reason. It’s where we gather with family and friends, cook delicious meals and create lasting memories. So it’s no surprise that kitchen design is always evolving, with new trends emerging each year.
If you’re building a new home, you’ll want to stay on top of what’s new. Here are a few of the hottest kitchen trends we’re seeing right now:
Minimalism
Clean lines, sleek cabinets and integrated appliances create an open, uncluttered look in minimalist kitchens. If you love contemporary style, this trend could be right up your alley.
Natural Elements
Wood accents, stone countertops and natural light bring warmth and texture to the kitchen. Creating this kind of kitchen is perfect for open-concept plans where the kitchen ties right into living spaces.
Quality Lighting
Don’t overlook the importance of quality lighting: Find the right balance of affordability, temperature and fixture quality to light up your kitchen. A good lighting design will also ensure proper placement for optimal illumination.
Bold Colors
Don’t love neutrals? This trend is for you. From deep blues and greens to vibrant yellows and oranges, bold colors add a touch of personality to the kitchen.
Open Shelving
Open shelving is a great way to display your favorite dishes and cookbooks. Unless you’re super neat, you might consider mixing open shelving with closed cabinets for a hybrid approach.
Large Islands
Here’s a place where bigger truly can be better. Large islands provide ample space for food preparation, dining and gathering with friends and family. They can also have a style all their own with an accent color or a special countertop material that complements other counters in the kitchen.
If you want to see these hot kitchen trends in person, take a peek inside the NAHB International Builders’ Show (IBS). This annual event, which is only open to people in the building industry, showcases the latest and greatest in home building products and design.
Here are a few tips for incorporating hot kitchen trends into your custom home:
- Work with a professional designer. A designer can help you create a kitchen that is both stylish and functional.
- Choose materials that are durable and easy to maintain. You want your kitchen to look beautiful for years to come.
- Don’t be afraid to mix and match trends. Create a unique space that reflects your personal style.
- Consider your lifestyle. How do you use your kitchen? Choose trends that will make your life easier and more enjoyable.
Additional resources to help you stay on top of 2025 custom kitchen trends:
With these hot kitchen trends as your guide, you’re well on your way to creating the kitchen of your dreams.Ready to begin planning your custom luxury home? Contact us today. We’d love to hear about your ideas.
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Chris Gorman
Chris grew up in a family landscape contracting business, gaining early exposure to construction. After earning a degree in landscape architecture from The Ohio State University, he transitioned from commercial landscape construction to home building, founding Chris Gorman Homes on the principles he learned along the way.
