Custom Kitchen Design for 2022
Remodeling Your Kitchen This Year?
If you're considering a new kitchen design and remodel, you'll want to be aware of the latest trends and styles of custom kitchen design for 2022. Kitchens are more than just a place to cook and eat—they've become the center of activity in homes today. When planning your custom kitchen design, it's important to consider how you want to use your space before deciding on materials, finishes, appliances, and other details. A great way to get started is by looking at some of the top trends for kitchens in 2022:
Incorporating new materials in your kitchen design.
As you consider new materials for your kitchen, make sure to keep the following in mind:
Durability and longevity. Many new kitchen materials are extremely durable, but some will age better than others both physically and in style. In addition to durability, it's important that a material be easy to clean and maintain.
Look and feel. The look and feel of a material can be as important as its durability when choosing what to incorporate into your custom kitchen design. Consider how the material will react over time (for example, wood may darken or change color), what color options are available (white marble is always classic), and whether there is a wide range of styles (like wood) or just one type (like more traditional marble vs quartz).
Cost. The cost of certain materials may fluctuate depending on factors such as availability or popularity at any given time; while others remain relatively stable through time even though they're extremely expensive now compared with their counterparts from decades ago!
Kitchen design trends and styles for 2022.
Kitchens are getting bigger, thanks to the popularity of open floor plans and large kitchens. That means that you have more space for entertaining, and there’s room for more appliances.
Kitchens are getting more colorful with tile accent walls, backsplashes and cabinets in bold colors like orange and pink!
Kitchens are becoming more modern with a focus on streamlined designs that use less material, such as stainless steel or glass backsplashes instead of tile or stone countertops. Cabinetry is also becoming more streamlined and modern with a myriad of additional details like lit interiors and tons of interior detailing options.
What to consider when choosing appliances.
There are a lot of things to consider when choosing appliances, but there are also some guidelines you can use to make sure you’re making the right decision.
Look for Energy Efficiency: The Department of Energy recommends that you only buy appliances with an Energy Star rating. These products have been certified by the Environmental Protection Agency as being at least 25% more efficient than standard models and will save you money on your energy bills over time.
Match Your Style: You want an appliance that matches the overall design of your kitchen! This can mean different things depending on what style room you have, so it's important to do your research before making a purchase—look at photos from other kitchens with similar features (in terms of colors and materials), or ask friends who have remodeled their own homes about what brands they like best and why those choices were made in particular situations. Don’t go for what is always the hottest design style, pair functionality and design together!
Modern kitchens require a lot of planning to ensure they will be comfortable and convenient, as well as beautiful.
A modern kitchen design is more than simply a place to cook. It’s the heart of your home, a statement about who you are and what you value. A modern kitchen can be comfortable, beautiful and functional all at once.
It's true that most kitchens don't need to be ostentatious or extravagant; they just need to work well for the people who use them every day. And while it may seem like there are countless things to consider when designing your dream kitchen (and there are), there are some basic principles that should be kept in mind throughout the process:
Your dream kitchen should be beautiful: Your home is an expression of who you are as an individual—so why shouldn't your kitchen reflect that too? Whether it's sleek minimalism or modern maximalism, ensure that your new space feels right by making sure it matches with your overall style.
Make sure it works for you: Your dream kitchen should make cooking fun again! Everyone knows how important food is as fuel—so choose appliances based on their efficiency rather than their aesthetic appeal alone if necessary (though both aspects matter). Consider where they'll go before installing them; if possible try out different models beforehand so everything fits your cooking methodology when finished. There are so many new cooking styles now available in appliances like Sous Vide that you must consider what you will cook as well as how!
Conclusion
Kitchen remodeling and design can be a very difficult process with a lot of moving parts, both functional and design based. Although we hope you have gleaned some insight into the future of kitchen design here, we know it can be overwhelming. If you would like more information or assistance with your project, please contact us today to schedule an appointment with Ashleigh!
