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As we moved into 2011, a designer survey took a look at what changes may be in store in terms of preferred kitchen design elements and colors. According to the responses, the commonality in the shifts appears to be toward simplicity and neutrality.
Here are a few of the trends designers feel could be making their mark this year. Are you noticing any of these happening currently in your market or among your clients?
Cabinetry
Shaker-style cabinetry and furniture has been on the rise since 2009.Traditional is still the style leader, but the Shaker look is taking over second place this year, moving ahead of Contemporary in popularity.
At the start of this decade, cherry was the wood of choice for kitchen cabinetry. In 2011, maple appears to be edging out cherry to take the top spot. It’s important to note that both woods are being chosen by designers more than 2/3 of the time.
Finishes
Designers and homeowners will be opting for dark and natural finishes in 2011. The darker tones became the most specified finish at the end of 2010, chosen by more than ½ the designers. Glazed, white painted and medium natural finishes will be declining. Distressed looks are falling the farthest out in favor, with only about 5% of designers expecting to use that style.
Counter materials
Granite and quartz countertops still dominate, but look for solid surfaces, and notably butcher block and marble, to show up in more luxury kitchen remodels.
Color choices
Is the consumer mood trending more cautious this year? Homeowners appear to be favoring neutral shades for their 2011 kitchen and bath remodels. Beige, bone and gray are gaining ground on darker, brighter hues. White shades are on a slight decline, but remain the kitchen color of choice more than half the time. Deeper browns, terra cottas and bronze tones are currently in a no-growth pattern.
A key thing to remember in luxury kitchen design, however, is that whatever trends may take hold from year to year, the constant will continue to be design and implementation that accommodates and facilitates client life style needs and preferences.
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