Kitchen Trends 2025 - What We Anticipate

As we step further into 2025, kitchen design trends focus more on personalization and functionality. We are in an industry insider’s position to discuss what’s coming for kitchen trends in 2025. Here’s what we anticipate leading the way in kitchen design this year!

Elevated Storage Solutions

With open-concept kitchens still popular, homeowners are looking for ways to keep clutter out of sight. Expect a resurgence of larder cabinets, walk-in pantries, and ‘back kitchens’ (hidden prep areas tucked behind the main kitchen) as solutions for keeping messes contained while the front of the house looks fresh and ready for entertaining. 

The Shift from Smart to Selective Tech

While smart appliances continue to advance, there’s a growing pushback against tech overload. Homeowners are more discerning about where automation truly enhances convenience versus where it complicates the experience (TVs on the freezer door!?). Expect more voice-free, intuitive functionality and a return to beautifully designed, manual-control appliances prioritizing reliability over gimmicks. There’s a sense of a return to something more analog: quality of experience over suggested convenience. 

Beverage Centers & Coffee Bars

The kitchen’s role as a hub for socializing and daily rituals will only continue to grow. Beverage centers and coffee bars are becoming standard, with dedicated spaces for espresso machines, wine coolers, and mixology stations. This shift helps declutter countertops and create a more intentional, organized kitchen flow.

Bold & Bespoke Cabinetry

Gone are the days of one-size-fits-all white kitchens. In 2025, beautiful cabinetry will take center stage, with a mix of matte finish and wood veneer, offering a sleek yet natural feel. The trend of dramatic color drenching is also gaining momentum, with bold hues extending across cabinets, walls, and even appliances. 

We feel black and darker-toned cabinetry will be a sought-after design choice in 2025. It makes a strong statement, often complemented by warm wood accents to balance the bold aesthetic. Additionally, hidden appliances are becoming more prevalent, allowing for a more seamless and integrated look that maintains a clean, uncluttered appearance.

Hardware & Motion Innovations

Thanks to hydraulic and motion-based cabinet hardware, interacting with kitchen storage is becoming more intuitive. Lift-up cabinet doors make it easier to access upper storage without strain, while drop-down mechanisms bring hard-to-reach items down to a convenient level. Soft-close and motion-detection systems continue receiving more attention, making everyday interactions with kitchen cabinetry smoother, quieter, and more efficient.

Lighting as a Design Element

Lighting has evolved beyond practicality—it’s a defining feature of modern kitchens. In 2025, we expect to see a greater focus on ambient illumination. Accent lighting in unexpected places; picture, lit cabinet tops casting a warm glow on the ceiling, creating an inviting atmosphere, while toe-kick lighting adds a floating effect along the floor. 

Under-cabinet and in-cabinet lighting will enhance visibility. Additionally, overly ornate pendulum lighting is set to become a striking focal point in many kitchen designs, adding a decorative/artistic conversation starter. 

Kitchen Trends of 2025 - What Speaks to You?

Ready to reimagine your kitchen? Contact us today to learn more about our kitchen remodeling process.