#13 Fresh Kitchen Trends in 2014 You Must See

Outdoor Kitchens are in for 2014

The kitchen industry is seeing a shift away from the almighty all white kitchen trend which has swept the industry over the past couple of years and is now seeing a move towards natural materials, brass accessories, monochrome minimalism and patterned splash backs.  Here, we at Freshome will predict what we believe will be the strongest kitchen trends in 2014.

1.  Warmer Metal Fixings

This year there will be a shift toward warmer metal tones such as brass and copper, edging away from the brash, stainless steel and chrome colder metals.  Iron and similar tones are making a come back, very much learning towards the timeless traditional.  Unlike the photo below which only highlights a minimalistic use of brass on handles fixings and trim, bold brass and copper kitchen hoods and appliances (where possible) will be big in 2014.  They re littered throughout the trade fairs and expect to see them in shows such as KBB (Kitchens, Bedrooms and Bathrooms) which will run from March 2nd-5th, in Birmingham, UK.

2.  Natural Materials for Walls

Likened to a snowball gathering momentum, natural tones and materials is big across all interior design hemispheres, including kitchens.  Brick veneer (or even brick if possible), adds a rustic one with nature feel, and if done right, will look terrific for time to come.  We ll see current kitchens being ripped apart to expose old natural beams, which look fantastic with stain or beeswax.  New builds and designs will seek to build beams and tongue and groove into the walls and ceiling: An extra cost yes, but absolutely worth the finish it gives.

5.  Outside Kitchens

Outside kitchens, like the one below and the pool house kitchen in the cover picture are on the up.  While they ve been growing and have been popular in the United States, other countries have yet to pick up on the trend.  Weather is a limiting factor to some degree, but it won t stop this trend from growing in those harsher climates, such and the United Kingdom and other areas in Europe with questionable weather.  In wet, cold and blustery environments, a sliding glass screen would work well to prevent the need for constant cleaning from weathering, while enabling versatility in its use, both in gorgeous and questionable weather conditions.  Impressive and glamorous: A definite showpiece for any home which can host an outdoor kitchen.

6.  Interesting Colorful Splashbacks

Kitchens are yearning for a sip of excitement and edge which is why interesting and colorful splashbacks will be popular in 2014.  Grand Designs magazine has placed this as the number 1 Kitchen trend for 2014 and we at Freshome believe it ll be a winner too.  Look for tiles with interesting patterns, in colors (blue), colorful splashes of the rainbow or exotic designs.  Keep the rest of the kitchen minimalistic.

8.  Burst of Blue

Anybody who read my last article on interior design trends in 2014, you would have noticed a continuing trend within it: Loads and loads of blues.  Blue is the color for 2014 and is without a doubt a winner for kitchens also.  Don t feel constricted to one type of blue either, mix it up; use soothing navy blues, uplifting sky blues, energetic electric turquoise; they all have their merits, and if done right, they ll hit the spot if combined together.  Look for blue accessories, cupboards and tiles in 2014.

Soft Blue Soothing Cupboards in a Cottage Kitchen

9.  Au Natural

12.  A Chefs Paradise

This is what a kitchen is (primarily) all about: Cooking.  Any large, impressive kitchen with all the utensils, counter space, ventilation and appliances which would be fit for a chef is impressive, and when designed and implemented right, can be the centerpiece of the entire house.  Chunky wooden countertops, brush steel appliances, ample ventilation, accessories which would make Jamie Oliver tear up with joy; this is what to look for in 2014.  Go big, or go home; create a chefs paradise in 2014.  Tip. Try to cultivate the culinary ability to match the kitchen to avoid embarrassment.

 13.  Bold Copper Statements