Trends in kitchen and bath typically last for several years; however, the cycle for some trends may be shortening. Outside of paint and accessory colors, there are no defined rules for the life span of kitchen and bath trends. For example stainless steel appliances and ceramic back splashes have been incorporated in kitchen designs for years, but are a typical building block for trends.
At the opposite end of the spectrum is the homeowners view their kitchen area. How they choose to live in their kitchens continues to evolve as quality construction and functional design transforms the room from a kitchen to a social arena. The kitchen has become more of a gathering place where cabinetry is viewed as a piece of furniture rather than standard kitchen equipment .
People continue to place importance on quality and design when making decisions on a kitchen project and they are willing to add to their budget if they believe quality and design bring them long-term satisfaction. At the same time they want long-term styling and great design without sacrificing function.
After years of living in the same kitchen or bathroom, homeowners are now beginning to reinvest in these rooms. The National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) released its 2013 Kitchen and Bath Style Report, which surveys top design trends.These results along with the results from a recent Professional Remodeler kitchen and bath survey, make up this year's list of 15 design trends for kitchen and baths.
TOP KITCHEN AND BATH TRENDS FOR 2013
- Kitchens as social space, furniture-type cabinetry
- Cost-effective, unfitted bathrooms
- Transitional kitchen and bath styles
- Emergence of quartz countertops
- Color palette favors grays
- White cabinets and blending finishes
- Darker finishes, changing depths and heights
- Undermount sinks create extra space
- LED lights and reflectivity
- Glass, ceramic, metal backsplashes
- Creative use of ceramic and porcelain tiles
- Increase if touch-activated faucets
- Satin nickel, bronze, oil-rubbed finishes
- Larger showers, better amenities
- Pinterest & Houzz influence designs
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