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The top 7 kitchen trends for 2023

Whether you want a total renovation or just a refresh, take a look at these kitchen trends for 2023. Vibrant colours and things that spark joy are cropping up in many interior design trends this year, as well as biophilia, texture and tactility.

Underpinning all of the 2023 kitchen trends is sustainability. Eco-friendly materials and energy-efficient design will lead the way for the future.

1. Bold cabinets 

Given that the cabinetry is such a focal point in a kitchen, coupled with the popular trend for dopamine decor, bold cabinets are in for 2023. ‘With the rise of open plan spaces, the look and feel of cooking, dining and socialising spaces needs to feel harmonious,’ says Ben Burbidge, MD at Kitchen Makers. ‘This together with a move towards colour confidence has led to an increasing demand for coloured cabinetry.’ English Red is a new colourway for Kitchen Makers (pictured), it can be used as a standalone shade or teamed with neutrals such as classic grey and subtle pale pink. This Haddon design starts from £15,000. 

English Red is a bold new colourway for Kitchen Makers

Photo: Burbidge & Son Kitchen Makers

 2. Tactile surfaces

No longer deemed outdated, wood cabinets are back on trend with tactile surfaces, clean lines and industrial styling for a fresh, modern look. Mix and match contrasting materials such as metallics and fluted glass or keep it simple with a neutral backdrop. The stylish Smile Kitchen Löfte collection, is available in 10 distinct textures including natural wood grains, metallic finishes such as rust and iron as well as concrete, charcoal, and marble. Prices for an eight-unit kitchen start from £2,391. 

Forget flat surfaces, tactile cabinetry is a popular kitchen trend 2023

Photo: Smile Kitchen

3. Metallic detailing

Warm tones such as brass and copper look sleek and stylish when paired with other materials. Brushed finishes create a modern, luxe look over large areas such as a splashback or island or opt for detailing such as edging and handles to lift a plain design. This sleek combo by DesignSpace London includes the Modulnova Twenty kitchen in Rovere Carbone wood veneer with the Modulnova Blade collection in Aluminium with a Brass Dust finish. Prices start from £25,000. 

Brushed metallic cabinets are a hot 2023 kitchen trend

Photo: DesignSpace London

4. Stand out splashbacks 

A decorative option is a great way to add personality to your kitchen as well as providing a focal point to your design. Choose a printed glass design or create your own using colourful tiles or an interesting laying format on your splashback. It also adds a more interesting view to do your cooking or washing up. Floor in Marrakesh terracotta brick tiles, from £71.98 per sqm; Splashback in Grain leaves mural, £264  for 20cmx 20cm all The Baked Tile Company.

5. Statement flooring 

From painted designs to patterned tiles and vinyl, statement flooring will completely transform your kitchen. The key is to keep the other elements understated to make it really stand out. Try doing it all with paint. For inspiration, the look pictured, features Annie Sloan paint with the wall in Oxford Navy and Oure wall paint, both £55.95 per 2.5ltrs. The armoire is in Oxford Navy and Athenian black chalk paint, the chair is in Barcelona Orange chalk paint and floor in Graphite and Old White chalk paint, all £23.95 per 1ltr.

6. Concrete & stucco

Stucco is ‘a cement-type mixture made of Portland cement, lime, sand and water’, according to Forbes and ‘the stucco trend of cement-like textures is becoming more prevalent. As traditional stucco is not waterproof, this look can be achieved with surfaces that look great, are waterproof and extremely durable,’ says Laura Davie, Marketing Manager at Cosentino UK. Cosentino’s Dekton surfaces are ultra-compact and carbon neutral and its Kraftizen collection of five new shades includes Nacre which features trowel marks to create a subtle interlay of light and shadow. Dekton prices start from £450 per sqm.
Try the sleek, chic stucco look of Cosentino Dekton's surfaces

Photo: Cosentino Dekton

7. Sustainable solutions

From eco-friendly materials to energy-efficient lighting and appliances, consider all the elements of your design including what they are made from and how they can be disposed of at the end of their usage. Arpa Bloom (pictured) is the most sustainable high-pressure laminate on the market and Plykea’s fronts and worktops are available in the company’s Ker finish in a range of colours. Prices for a kitchen start from £3,500. 

Across the board sustainability is a key and vital trend for 2023

Photo: Plykea

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