The kitchen has long been the heart of the home for many families. It is not just a place for preparing and eating food. The kitchen is often the community room of the family. It is where business gets taken care of, homework is done, meetings are held, problems solved and fun and love is shared by family members. Custom kitchen renovations keep this important room updated and inviting.
Colors for 2018
Color plays an important part in every room in the home. Colors affect our mood, and they encourage or discourage certain behaviors. For example, it may be rather difficult to get to sleep in a room that’s painted bright red. On the other hand, you may find yourself nodding off to sleep if your office area is a soft blue. So what’s the perfect color for your kitchen?
In 2018, kitchen colors are going neutral and to the darker, bolder tones. You’ll see many custom kitchen renovations sporting dark blues and intense grays. White cabinets are still popular, but walls will be of the deeper tones. Don’t be surprised to see deep green walls or even plum. The jewel tones will be at the forefront of kitchen design in the coming year.
Cabinets Could Be Going Darker
Going into 2018, there are many kitchens with white or grey cabinets. This will remain the trend, possibly for years to come. There’s much that can be done with cabinets of these colors. The neutrality of grey allows you to dress your space up or down. You can follow through with a soft, calming theme or brighten things up with splashes of color, with your custom kitchen renovation. Against the grey cabinets, colored appliances can really make quite a statement.
White cabinets provide a clean slate upon which to indulge your whims. They can allow you to make striking contrasts with color, or you can have more of a pristine look by keeping accents neutral. While some kitchens may go with darker-colored cabinets, white will still be a mainstay in custom kitchen renovations for some time to come.
Countertops Go Lighter
Granite countertops have long been popular, however, quartz is now the top choice for high-end kitchens. Quartz does not require the upkeep of granite countertops. Additionally, newer technology has made it possible to have a larger variety of choices than ever before, with quartz. There is a selection of colors to choose from, with effects such as swirling, to imitate other natural stones. The newer shades of lighter colors are also more popular. People are leaning toward cleaner lines in their kitchens, and this is reflected in countertops as well.
The Sink in the Custom Kitchen Renovation
The stainless steel sink is pretty standard and, by far, the most popular in kitchen sinks, along with the farmhouse sink. Composite sinks are gaining popularity; they provide a nice continuity with the countertop. They may not out-do stainless steel sinks completely, but they will be a formidable contender.
If you are considering updating your kitchen, find out the newest in trends and work with professionals who are dedicated to making your new custom kitchen renovation go smoothly. Call Lucas Craftsmanship Inc. Let us walk you through the process of giving your kitchen a new updated look.