For many of us, the kitchen is the center of home comfort. Let's face it: this is more than just a place to prepare food. It is in the kitchen that the whole family gathers at dinner, and this is where all the most intimate conversations take place. Of course, it’s more pleasant to sit in a beautiful, clean and modern interior. Therefore, today Dekorin presents you with the hottest fashion trends for kitchen design, which you can confidently follow when renovating in 2022. And, as always, a new portion of inspiring photos has been prepared for you!
Trend 1. Smart or Smart kitchen
The popularity of high technology for the kitchen is growing day by day. Multifunctional multicookers and self-defrosting refrigerators are present in every second home today; more and more kitchen appliances are made with built-in Wi-Fi. This function allows you to connect the device with your mobile phone, so you can remotely control your kitchen: turn coffee machines, ovens and other devices on or off, receive notifications when food is ready, etc.
Trend 2: Black Kitchen Cabinets
Black kitchen cabinet fronts can give an elegant and even chic look to any size kitchen. In 2022, it is very fashionable to combine them with natural wood finishes, as well as shiny metal fittings, glass and crystal.
Modern classic
The interior is done in white. Wooden kitchen drawers, a dishwasher is installed to the right of the sink. The compact dining table is located by the window.
The entire kitchen is decorated in white, so it is suitable only for very neat owners.
Trend 3. Cozy kitchens in Shaker and Provence style
Understated yet very cozy, shaker-style cabinets remain very popular in 2022 kitchen design. They are distinguished by simplicity of finishing, compactness, convenient design and natural colors. Use them together with rustic decor in the spirit of Provence and country styles so that the kitchen interior will delight you with the uniqueness of its style and warmth.
Coziness of the past and comfort of the present
Here is an example of a project in which the long history of the apartment is not erased, but rather continues and is emphasized in the design. But at the same time, the interior does not look outdated, since family heirlooms coexist with modern materials, and the layout is thought out so that cooking is as comfortable as possible.
For meals, the apartment has a full-fledged dining room, so in an area of only 4.4 square meters it was possible to allocate enough space for storage and all the necessary equipment. The room is decorated in a classic three-color scheme - gray, white, black. They are diluted with bright red details. A full-fledged L-shaped set is placed on two walls; the upper partial facades have glass inserts to “unload” the dense composition. The accent element here is a contrasting black and white floor with an active pattern.
Textile
Huge oversized curtains are not recommended for use in the kitchen, regardless of its size. This is due to the fact that they not only absorb odors and quickly become dirty, but are also a fire hazard. Moreover, their moderate use applies to small kitchens.
To protect from the sun's rays, you can use a short tulle in the form of a curtain or a thick fabric hung with a narrow strip like a visor. A universal solution would be blinds and roller products made of bamboo. Roman blinds that resemble an accordion are also popular and comfortable.
Advice! If, nevertheless, the choice fell on fabric curtains, then it is better to use synthetic materials than natural fabrics, since they are easier to care for and have fire-resistant and water-repellent impregnation.
Roller blinds or Roman blinds, or maybe no curtains at all?
They are practical, ideal for small spaces, take up minimal space and are inexpensive. If you accept the option without curtains, then this solution is also acceptable.
Try hanging the curtain rod higher than the top of the window. Thanks to this, the window will “stretch” upward, and the ceiling will visually appear higher.
Trend 4. Kitchen design in warm gray tones
Taupe and taupe tones are the hottest shades for kitchen design and renovation in 2022. Like the color black, they help give the interior an elegant, cozy and sophisticated atmosphere.
Also read: Fashionable combination of gray and beige in 30 photos in the interior
Modern
A small dining table is located opposite the work area. A combination of calm tones (beige, brown) with bright light green. A small refrigerator by the door does not clutter up the space. Everything is arranged compactly and simply. The work area is located by the window.
Trend 5. Multifunctional islands in the kitchen interior 2018
Multifunctional kitchen islands are another modern kitchen idea that is becoming especially popular in 2022. Today, the “island” is not just an additional work surface. It can also have many convenient compartments for storing kitchen utensils, pull-out and fold-out countertops, a bar counter, a built-in oven, a sink and other useful features.
Also read: 20 ideas on how to create an island in a small kitchen
Trend 6. Two-color kitchen cabinets - a current novelty
The trend of decorating kitchens with cabinets in two different shades began to gain momentum last year and clearly shows no signs of slowing down in 2022. Whether it's contrasting shades or complementary tones, two-tone cabinets help make your kitchen design brighter, more interesting, and more versatile.
Also read: Fashionable corner kitchens - new for 2016
Trend 7. Plants, herbs and fresh vegetables in the kitchen
Today, proper nutrition and a healthy lifestyle are in fashion. To have fresh vegetables or herbs in your home all year round, you should organize a small garden in your kitchen. It can be arranged in pots and old containers, on wall shelves or windowsills. Some ideas for this are in the following photos!
Workplace organization
To achieve the greatest comfort, use the following tips:
- Make a small triangle out of the refrigerator, sink and stove. This will increase the comfort and functionality of the kitchen;
- Choose furniture that will suit your height, not taller. It is better to give preference to innovative cabinets that are quite easy to use;
- When choosing a table, focus on a distance of fifteen centimeters below your bent arm. This method is used to prevent your arms from getting tired and your posture to remain perfect.
Trend 8. Combination of materials with different textures
Combining different materials is perhaps the biggest kitchen design trend of 2022. Wood, stone, concrete, marble and tiles have very characteristic colors and textures, the contrast between which gives the interior a special aesthetics and charm.
Trend 9. Pantry in kitchen design 2022
Another trendy modern kitchen idea for 2022 is built-in pantry cabinets with sliding or hinged doors and floor-to-ceiling shelving. Get 10 small pantry design ideas by following this link.
Popular trends of 2019
- Designs in the coming year are distinguished by their simplicity and practicality. The focus is on minimalism and convenience. This year the kitchen should be designed concisely and clearly to leave as much free space as possible. A minimum of decorations, simple and comfortable furniture.
- The room should not only be spacious, but also bright. For good daylight, it is best to use translucent light curtains, and for evening lighting, purchase powerful lighting fixtures that match the style of the kitchen.
- Naturalism and naturalness remain popular. This applies to both the appearance and arrangement of the home. Furniture should be made of high-quality wood; curtains are best purchased from natural fibers, such as linen or cotton. The finishing can be natural wood, stones or glass. The use of ceramics and metal is acceptable, but it is advisable to maintain naturalness.
- Simplicity and modesty should not apply to kitchen appliances. This year, you can and should use all available modern devices, such as food processors, built-in hobs and other items that can significantly simplify the cooking process.
- Wallpaper and curtains in the kitchen should be in harmony with each other.
- Read more about modern wallpaper here.
- And here about choosing curtains for the kitchen.
Trend 10. Dark metals with an industrial twist
The cold shine of chrome and nickel, the warm luxury of gold, bronze and brass, which were so popular in past years, in 2018 give way to matte black taps, furniture fittings and other parts made of dark and forged metal. They perfectly help convey the aesthetics of trendy industrial and steampunk styles to the kitchen, as well as a handcrafted feel. Latest photos for today:
As you can see, fashion trends in kitchen design give you the opportunity to take your imagination in different directions. Both combinations of styles and adherence to one would be appropriate here. We hope that the ten kitchen design options discussed above will help you decide on your fashionable style.
