Style platter for your kitchen

Rubina Chadha

Furniture-style cabinets: Using furniture-style cabinets in modular kitchens has  been one of the top trends this year. These cabinets are multi-purpose — these serve as furniture, storing spaces and also look stylish.  

Whether you’re building a new home or your current layout needs a complete redo, keep your ear to the ground to stay updated on the current trends. Before you set about planning the initial stages of a kitchen remodeling project, it’s essential to know what your kitchen to look like and what others are trying for the perfect appearance. While last year we saw everything from two-toned kitchen cabinetry to banquet-style seating, the current year offers mature and fresh designs to suit different tastes and pockets. Infuse your space with more functionality and personality with the following:

Less is more: For a modern contemporary kitchen, minimal is the buzzword as space and stretches of uncluttered surface have remained the desired look. Seamless cabinets are in and 2019 has not been the year of over-the-top brass hardware trend. Consider updating your kitchen with clean-lined cabinetry with sleek minimalistic approach and save on cabinet hardware, too.

Two-tone cabinets: Nothing can be as dramatic and appealing as dual-tone kitchen cabinetry. In fact, many homeowners have already begun incorporating this design trend in their kitchens while moving away from an all-white or wood-finish cabinetry. A combination of the darkest and the lightest colours is in high demand. We’ve successfully paired this trend with fixtures and hardware in brass and other metals.

Integrated appliances and storage: Integrating all appliances in the design makes sense practically as well as aesthetically.  Microwave, ovens, rice cooker, coffee maker, blender and other latest appliances can be “fitted” seamlessly in the overall design. For budget-conscious homeowners, hiding kitchen appliances behind sliding doors will work too. 

Along with this ceiling-high cupboards with overhead cabinets make space for additional storage for modern kitchens, while maintaining the minimalistic look. The comfort and style offered by tall storage units is a huge trend for kitchens of all sizes.

— The writer is founder & creative head of Panchkula-based Studio Home Works