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By Deborah von Donop

2025 Kitchen Design Trends Report

Fresh from the oven, Kitchen and Bath trends for 2025.

People are always interested in what’s new and popular. We will review the trends in kitchen design, such as color palettes, cabinet styles, countertop materials, backsplash options, and appliance trends. Our kitchens aren't just culinary havens, they're the beating heart of the house. Gone are the days of tucked-away cooking nooks. Walls dissolve, spaces flow, and the kitchen becomes an open invitation to gather, to connect, to savor the good life.

Whether you are looking to refresh or remodel a kitchen, you will find these trends and new introductions refreshing, along with a few carryovers from 2024. As much as we might try to deny that trends have any sway on our décor choices, there's no doubt they influence us.

Kitchen Trends Theme for 2025

The overall theme for kitchen and bath design in 2025 is quiet luxury, personalization, and increased interest in wellness. While I don't typically speak in terms of trends, because clients should choose what they love and what works for their lifestyle, these shifts in preferences are real and worth considering.

My Top Design Introductions

and Influences for Kitchens

1. Color: Dark and Moody

Moody kitchens are a growing trend in the design world. This trend is likely inspired by the popularity of Hale Navy and other dark, rich colors in living and dining rooms now showing up in our kitchens as well.

Today, darker-toned kitchens are often paired with warm wood tones to create a cozy and inviting atmosphere. You can also add pops of color with artwork or accessories to create a more personal space.

Metal cabinetry is having an impact. as resources become available. As shown above, Architectural finishes such as black metal windows are mirrored in the kitchen with Matte Black metal doors and cabinetry.

2. Color: Black and grey metal for Cabinetry, windows and fixtures are here to stay

There is a rise gunmetal and matte black finish for fixtures in the kitchen and bath. Matte Black was the finish of 2022, but for 2023 there is lots of discussion about a stunning new metal color, “graphite grey” a 90% grey in my book. Wall Shelves are on their way out.

3. Cabinet styles - New Surfaces with Reeded panels for kitchen and bath

While the all-white kitchen still remains popular for many years, in 2024 we see it diminishing. A continuing shift towards warm neutrals for cabinetry, accented with wood tones in walnut and oak, combined with luxurious stones and metals.

4. Cabinetry: increased use of warm wood tones complimenting painted cabinetry

Quietly Luxury- well crafted, in luxurious material, like, stone and wood with warm neutral colors.

Adding color is seen in the use of neutral that complements the stone and wood cabinetry choices. Wood is usually walnut or Oak .

• Plus- And don’t forget as mentioned above, more textures with reeded wood and stone.

5. More Texture with Reeded& Fluted Stone

The crown jewel of this kitchen is MyCambria Harlow Matte—a new design exclusively previewed at the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show—featured on the island and full-height backsplash (above )

Trends come around time and time again, so it’s no surprise that fluting has been popping up in homes recently. We are seeing it on everything from bathroom vanities, kitchen cabinets, and vent hoods to side tables and glass vases.

• “ Encapsulated” i’m really excited to see this texture added to the island and on other features like the backsplash, fireplace and kitchen cabinetry, a little finesse if I may say.

See my post here: Engineered Quartz versus Quartzite: Which material is best for your project?

6. Mixed Metals and Traditional Lines

Mixed metal faucets, they are more a classic work of art than a faucet, yet highly functional with all the demands of a faucet. Uber chic

Mixed metal lighting, and cabinet hardware.

7. Countertops with movement and drama

Clients are requesting slabs with more drama. Note the waterfall edge of this island , and how the stone pattern flows over the edge. Beautiful stones, Neutral colors, for cabinetry often accented with mixed metals are all indicators of the most recent and exciting approaches to color and materials for the kitchen in 2025.

Embracing Natural Stone

Natural stone is a popular choice for countertops and backsplashes in moody kitchens. It adds a touch of luxury and sophistication to the space.

If you're looking for a unique and eye-catching backsplash, consider using handmade tiles or textured stone or porcelain. These materials can add a touch of personality and style to your kitchen.

All good in my book. Warm neutrals are replacing white, and accents in brown are warming the room, with an elegant outcome.

8. Appliances: Induction is HOT

Why are greens so dominant in this year’s color choices? It appears that people spending more time outside and reconnecting with nature is the biggest influence of this new color trend. Earthy tones give off a feeling of fresh, new starts also. It’s no wonder these hues are such a dominant presence in this year’s choices.

9. “Convertible” Refrigerator/Freezer Drawers

Storage and organization are top priorities for kitchens, I am excited with the latest introductions and new flexibilities offered in the refrigerator/ freezer drawers these days. These latest innovations are clever and convenient ideas for refrigeration. The  Fisher & Paykel CoolDrawer is an ever-popular appliance choice for kitchens of all shapes and sizes. ( I have had the FP (2 ) drawer dishwasher for over 7 years, and I can’t be happier.) The multi-purpose integrated drawer has five different food modes to choose from that include a fridge, freezer, pantry, chill, and a wine setting offering total flexibility in the kitchen.

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10. Integrated Wine Cooler Drawer

Hot product of 2023: Dometic just introduced a new wine cooler in the form of a standard 24" drawer named DrawBar. This compact drawer holds five bottles at the temperature of your choice and is not limited to the kitchen. Think of, an office, luxurious bath area, or home bar area.

11. new work Surfaces- Stunning Innovations with Corian

This is my favorite of current introductions, with new materials, come new ways to integrate appliances and countertops. Just love how the burners are one with the countertop.

This is a Corian® kitchen worktop! The burners are integrated! Love this

More on Kitchen Design

• “If you have time to go the DIY route, that will be a lot more affordable. You can do a high-end kitchen or bath renovation on a limited budget if you have the time to put into shopping for every item yourself and doing some of the labor yourself. See our post “Kitchen Refresh: 5 Ways To Update Your Kitchen On A Budget” Deborah | dvd Interior Design

• To learn more tips on Bath Design, see my post “5 Design Tips for Your Bath That will Make Your Life Better.”

• .See our post on the Best Kitchen Paint Colors from Classic to Contemporary “Our No-Fail Paint Colors for Kitchen Cabinets”.

• Curious about which countertop you should choose? See our post “What’s the Difference Between Quartz and Quartzite?”

12. Kitchen Lighting

Most renovations include a featured fixture over the kitchen island. Even if you aren’t undertaking a major renovation, updated lighting is an easy and effective way to refresh your kitchen.

Kitchen Lighting has 3 layers that must be used together for the best results. 1. Undercounter lighting is a must-have. 2. Recessed lighting in walkways and general areas. 3. Featured fixtures, with the kitchen island having the main lighting feature, setting the style for the whole room.

Lighting styles with staying power:

For more popular posts on kitchens and bathrooms.

To learn more about incorporating these or other updates and products into your new kitchen or bath design, contact me here at dvd Interior Design, or at #203-609-1547

See our tips for Kitchen Organization, “Get Inspired by Deborah’s Strategies For An Organized Kitchen”.

Kitchen Paint Colors For Your Cabinets You Will Love, “ No-Fail Paint Colors for Kitchen Cabinets” with a free color sheet download.

What’s new in backsplash tile? “Backsplash Tile Designs, Trends and Ideas”

My Top 10 Favorite White Paint Colors

MEET THE AUTHOR: Deborah von Donop

Deborah is the mom, wife, and design lover behind dvd Interior Design. She is obsessed with creating a timeless and authentic home. She has been an Interior Designer since 2003, guiding clients with functional layouts, the best products and finishes, and sharing her expertise in kitchen design and cabinetry. Deborah writes weekly and is also a contributor to Aspire Magazine, iBlog, Lush Design, a speaker on social media and digital products, and more!

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