When one thinks of childhood memories, the kitchen is an inseparable part of that thought-cloud. The food cooked with love that you eagerly chomped on, comes from this humble part of every household. And unless the chef of every kitchen, man or woman, is inspired it is almost impossible to turn a simple ladle into a magic wand. The fact is every kitchen has a certain style and life of its own; just like our bedrooms. Today kitchens are turning into socialising areas with spouses cooking together, friends getting together to try new food experiments and more. So, what are those key trends for 2014 that will redefine your kitchen experience and rejuvenate your culinary skills? We list down some of the upcoming and most innovative kitchen trends of 2014. Check them out!
A warm and inviting environment works best in the kitchen. Incorporate clean, straight lines and simple Danish design. It'll be elegant, functional and create more space. Use a mix of wall textures, a few indoor plants and some knick-knacks to create interesting corners and bring a highlight factor.
Use materials, paints, metals that are friendly to the environment. Also, if you're a kitchen gadget lover, use energy saving kitchen appliances. An Energy Star rated refrigerator, for instance. Remember, the food you eat is going to be chopped, blanched, grilled, etc. in this very room. Treat it like a place of worship.
Traditionally kitchens have always had light shades, typically white, cream or off-white. This is a way to make the kitchen look and feel more spacious. But like all things, this trend is pass and a new one is emerging - the inspiration wall. One wall, amidst other muted walls, which has a colour, or a medley of colours that uplift your mood. It could even be a textured wall or a mural painting.
Of Countertops and Cabinets
Choosing the perfect material for a countertop is very important. Because the countertop is one surface that is constantly exposed to multiple elements, both external as well as by-products (like spillage) of cooking. While porcelain, cermanic, basalt, limestone, marble, etc. are available as countertop material choices, Quartz is extremely durable and hassle-free. Wooden tops are also making a big comeback. Not only does wood make the kitchen look warm, it's also natural and strong. Two-tone cabinets are becoming increasingly popular. They represent a modern, classy look and infuse some colour into the kitchen. Try hydraulic or feather touch doors and channels for a truly hassle-free kitchen life.
Like we said earlier, kitchens are turning more social with each passing day. Having a small but dedicated seating area, with large cushions for lounging and long conversations. You can also keep a portable Bluetooth speaker, so even in times of solitude you have music to enliven your mood.
The sink is one of the most important sections of the kitchen. Unfortunately it's also the most ignored. Instead of the regular stainless steel, you can go in for a brass/copper finished one, with a deeper bowl (so, less water spills out).
Flooring for a kitchen can be a tricky proposition. Wooden flooring for example looks gorgeous, but it's tough to maintain. You can use wider planks with some hand-scraping to give it a more natural look. Alternatively you can go for vitrified tiles that look like wood, making them attractive, cost effective and easier to maintain. However, a vitrified tile can never match the warmth of real wood.
As age-old as they are Subway tiles are arguably the best for kitchen walls. They look modern, are easier to clean and can be customized. For example, you could go in for a dark grout space between tiles, which will give it extra depth and make it a breeze for cleaning. Perhaps, you could use a combination of tile colours and make the walls a tad more interesting.
Modern kitchens today have modern appliances and equipment. From smart refrigerators, wi-fi enabled dishwashers and even a coffee tap (controlled by your smartphone). So, you can decide which applicance works in the kitchen even when you're in a taking rest in a different room.
Normally when people design their kitchen, they hire an interior designer. Now, while this is a tried and tested formula, you should also realise that it's your kitchen. So, while someone else may design it for you, you should take the final decision on choice of colours, textures, knick-knacks, etc. After all, your kitchen is a reflection of your soul.
Say goodbye to the boring and foggy old concept of a kitchen. And welcome the swish, social and savvy gastronomic adventure land.
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