Wondering what design features will be all the rage in 2024 kitchens? We’ve done all the research to help you get ahead of the crowd 👩‍🎓

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Earth-first materials

Year by year, there is an increasing awareness of the climate crisis, causing people to adjust their lifestyles to better protect the planet. As such, home-owners and designers are shifting focus towards eco-friendly materials and sourcing secondhand furniture. 

Natural materials will be seen throughout kitchen designs, whether that’s cork flooring, bamboo worktops or responsible cabinet hardware. Hop on the trend with our Aluminum Collection, which generates less carbon emissions than hardware produced from brass or stainless steel. The plus? Aluminum is infinitely recyclable ♻

“To try out the earth-first kitchen trend, introduce elevated earthy tones to your scheme, like pale yellows and leafy greens. Stick to eco-conscious materials, such as a cork splashback and dark oak countertops, to create a sleek and considered kitchen space,” according to Tom.

Ornate details

Originally seen in ornate, spherical shaped furniture legs during the 17th Century, the bobbin motif has re-gained popularity over the past year, often on bar stools, mirrors and picture frames. In 2024, we’re taking it up a notch and welcoming the striking bobbin motif on finer kitchen details, such as cabinet hardware 🌟

”Beyond the bobbin motif, we'll expect 2024 kitchen designs to embrace sculptural pendant lights, featuring ribbed glass and unique, curved forms, as well as splashbacks using handmade Moroccan Zellige tiles,” states Tom.

Back to old-school

Say goodbye to prim n’ proper modern design, and bring on the cozy, idyllic farmhouse look. 

Having spent plenty of time at home during the pandemic, many retreated inside their family homes, embracing a more cozy, lived-in space. We’ll continue to create that familiar feeling by welcoming vintage-inspired design features, such as shiplap walls, fluted apron front sinks, as well as built-in pantries with barn doors or double larder units.

Tom predicts that “in 2024, we’ll see plenty of shaker-style kitchens with paneled splashbacks and cabinetry painted with warm, enveloping colors, such as chocolate brown, all topped off with contrasting, vintage-inspired homeware.”

Retro revival

Chunky, ‘70s-inspired cylindrical shapes have been the talk of the interiors town and, in 2024, we’re ditching straight edges altogether. Combined with the sleek, tubular steel of Bauhaus design, the latest retro revival trend helps reinvent minimalist silhouettes ⚪ 

There you have it, the 2024 kitchen trends to inspire your upcoming remodeling plans. Be sure to share your journey with us at @plankhardware 📸