Trendy designs draw attention to themselves and help kitchen features stand out. The problem is they also go out of style quickly. This doesn’t mean that there’s no point in keeping up with the latest design trends. Rather, it just means you need to choose a kitchen design that can easily be updated. 

Here’s what makes a kitchen design timeless. 

• Neutral color schemes – While choosing a color scheme for your kitchen is mostly a matter of preference, we recommend sticking to neutral colors if you’re planning a kitchen with timeless appeal. Neutral colors never go out of style, not to mention they complement a wide variety of colors. If you’re looking to add a pop of color to your kitchen, we recommend pairing white with a darker shade. The great thing about the color white is that it goes well with any color and provides contrast that enhances the colors paired with it. 
• Ample storage space – Trends come and go, but functionality never goes out of style. Ample storage space is always a feature of timeless kitchens. For design flexibility, we recommend installing transitional kitchen cabinets, which combine the rustic charm and warmth of traditional cabinets and the clean lines of modern cabinets. If you want to keep your old cabinets, there’s always the option of kitchen cabinet refacing to update their style. 
• Kitchen accessories – Just because kitchen accessories aren’t the most noticeable feature doesn’t mean they have less of an impact on your kitchen’s overall design. Remember: when it comes to kitchen design, consistency is key. The great thing about choosing new accessories for your kitchen is that you have more flexibility when it comes to picking styles and metal finishes. Since accessories can be easily replaced, you can afford to be trendy with them. 

Modern Kitchen Design Trends: Mixed-Metal Finishes

Here’s a design trend you might want to consider: mixed-metal finishes. Accessories with mixed-metal finishes can add a bit of color to brighten up your kitchen and keep it from becoming too one-note. Important note: while you have more flexibility when choosing new accessories for your kitchen, there are still some rules you should follow. For instance, don’t mix nickel and chrome finishes. There’s also a limit to the number of finishes that can be used in a single kitchen. In general, there should only be two: one as the main finish and the other as the accent finish. 

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For kitchen remodeling contractors you can trust, depend on DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of St. Louis Park. To get started on your project, call us at (954) 637-6386 or get in touch with us via our online form. We serve homeowners in Roseville, Vadnais Heights, Whitebear Lakes and surrounding communities. For more information about the DreamMaker Virtual Modified Process and updates related to COVID-19, please visit our website.