7 of the Top Kitchen Trends of 2024

If you no longer love the all-white kitchen you had back in 2012 or the Tuscan-inspired one that you dreamed of back in 2002, you’re not alone. Approximately 42% of people decided to renovate their kitchens in 2023, because they couldn’t stand their outdated style. According to Houzz’s 2023 U.S. Kitchen Trends Study (which polled 2,380 people on their renovation projects), this was the main reason why people chose to remodel their kitchens.

According to a 2024 report by the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA), more than 600 industry experts agreed that their clients want to create “sociable, welcoming kitchens that encourage healthy habits with simple clean designs that connect to the outdoors.” So, you can expect to see big changes in color (with green being predicted as the most popular choice for cabinets, walls, and backsplashes). Almost 60% of respondents said that a lot of people will want to have a dedicated beverage area.

Here are some of the top kitchen design trends of 2024.

#1: Fluted Wood

Wooden cabinets took over in 2023, but that trend is being elevated this year with the rising popularity of fluted wood (which has ribbed, textured lines that give it an accordion-like effect through rows of vertically-placed grooves). They’re starting to take over cabinets, backsplashes, and islands with natural wood finishes. Experts believe that trend will continue through the coming year (with a particular emphasis on natural, high-textured wood).

#2: Dedicated Beverage Areas

Dedicated beverage areas have been in high demand this year, with most of them looking to incorporate a coffee center in their kitchen design. Many of them are also looking to create a dedicated area for small appliances. These beverage centers can include spaces for any of the following:

• Coffee and tea service.
• Water dispensers.
• Under-counter refrigeration.

They can also include frozen good storage for smoothies, shakes, and acai bowls (which are becoming a large part of what people consume). People will usually ask for a countertop espresso machine if they don’t have the resources for a built-in wall or under-counter unit.

#3: Wrap-Around Islands

This is often considered to be the heart of a good kitchen design, which is why most designers say it would be their main priority in 2024. But there has been a growing trend that’s moving from the “all in a row” island design to one with wrap-around seating. Many people are choosing to open their floor plans for eat-in kitchens with a maximized island instead of a formal dining room that’s closed off from the rest of the house.

#4: Green Finishes

When it comes to color choices, many designers say that green is their clients’ top choice for everything from walls to cabinets and tile. Many people love this color because of its ability to connect someone with nature. It’s a bolder choice, so someone has to not be afraid of color to make it work. Green cabinets can be blended with natural wood and even creamy whites. Even a green backsplash that’s combined with cabinets that are painted in a neutral color can create beautiful results.

#5: Layered Lighting

Many design experts say that layered interiors that use many different textures instead of a single pattern are the best choice for a kitchen design, but that same school of thought has made its way into lighting. Different types of ambient lighting are being used in current kitchens, so people can create different moods. Task lights can be placed above work areas, but people also add LED strip lighting to supplement countertops around the room’s perimeter. Toe-kick, under-counter, and in-cabinet lighting can also be dimmed to create a warm atmosphere.

#6: Induction Cooktops

Because gas stoves have been connected to an increased risk for childhood asthma (along with other health concerns), the fact that induction cooktops are replacing them shouldn’t come as much of a surprise. Gas ranges are also being banned in many states for new construction builds. Berkeley, CA was the first city to ban natural gas hookups in 2019. Since then, other areas (including the entire state of New York) have followed suit.

#7: Bold Porcelain Backsplashes

Most designers say that backsplashes are becoming statement pieces with the use of bold colors and unique patterns, and many people are choosing ceramic or porcelain tile for this part of their kitchen designs. There has also been an increasing trend toward bold and vibrant patterns, especially ones that feature organic shapes.

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