{"id":11833,"date":"2019-03-08T15:15:06","date_gmt":"2019-03-08T23:15:06","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.roryc.ca\/blog\/?p=11833"},"modified":"2019-02-27T12:36:19","modified_gmt":"2019-02-27T20:36:19","slug":"on-trend-elements-for-kitchen-updates","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.roryc.ca\/blog\/2019\/03\/on-trend-elements-for-kitchen-updates\/","title":{"rendered":"On-Trend Elements for Kitchen Updates"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Whether you\u2019re looking to invest in simple updates or a complete kitchen renovation, you can\u2019t go wrong incorporating the latest design trends to enjoy now as well as boost your home\u2019s value when it comes time to sell. If you\u2019re not sure where to begin, check out our list below featuring on-trend elements we think will give you the most \u201cbang for your buck.\u201d<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>1. Cabinet Color.<\/strong> Replacing or repainting dark, dated cabinets is a priority in any kitchen update as cabinets are both an aesthetic and functional focal point which get noticed immediately by buyers. In the kitchens pictured above, we use bright white shaker cabinets which remain a current favorite to brighten the space and provide a clean, modern appeal. For the first kitchen pictured, we introduced on-trend navy blue for perimeter cabinets and a built-in pantry and coffee bar to add depth and contrast to the white subway tile backsplash, white Quartz counters, wood flooring and stainless-steel appliances.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>2. Custom Storage.<\/strong> According to a recent Houzz study, \u201ca top functional priority, cited by 63 percent of renovators, was having a kitchen in which it\u2019s easy to store and find items.\u201d In the kitchen above, we chose a large island that functions as both a work area with extra storage below as well as a casual eating space with bar stools. The surrounding custom cabinetry and built-in storage units add to the room\u2019s efficiency and enhance the clean lines and modern style.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>3. Quartz Countertops.<\/strong> The Houzz study also found that Quartz (used for the island and counters in our kitchen remodel above) was the most popular countertop material in 2018. It has become a growing alternative to granite and marble for its durability, versatility and custom appeal.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>4. Full-Tile Feature Walls.<\/strong> With the popularity of open first-floor layouts and kitchens with wall-free transitions, there is more of a need for a focal point. One of the trends we continue to see is beautiful feature walls with counter-to-ceiling tile either behind floating shelves or a range hood (as shown above). Whether choosing a shimmery glass finish or a bold geometric pattern, it\u2019s a cost-effective way to add high-end style, texture and depth.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>5. Mixed Metals.<\/strong> Designers are now selecting a mix of metal finishes for faucets, hardware, lighting and appliances to add a new level of depth, sophisticated style and personality to a space. Be careful not to choose too many different finishes that compete with the surrounding colors and materials. Keep it simple with two metals that balance the room well. A primary finish such as a cool chrome or stainless steel should take up two-thirds of the fixtures then choose a warmer accent such as antique brass for the remaining third.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.coldwellbanker.com\/5-kitchen-update-trends\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">5 Kitchen Update Trends<\/a> by Patti Stern &amp; Sam Shalom | Coldwell Banker Blue Matter<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Whether you\u2019re looking to invest in simple updates or a complete kitchen renovation, you can\u2019t go wrong incorporating the latest design trends to enjoy now as well as boost your &hellip; [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.roryc.ca\/blog\/2019\/03\/on-trend-elements-for-kitchen-updates\/\">read more<\/a>]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[10],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-11833","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-home-lifestyle"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.4 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>On-Trend Elements for Kitchen Updates &#8226; 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