5 Design Considerations for Custom Kitchen in 2024
One of the main allures to building a custom new construction home is being able to design a kitchen that suits your unique personality and preferences. Maybe you live in a house with a hardly functional kitchen and are ready to start fresh with a kitchen built just for you. Or perhaps you are a foodie who loves to cook for your loved ones.
Whatever your reason for choosing to design a custom kitchen, the professionals at Creative Home Designs have you covered with 5 design considerations you won’t want to miss when creating the customized kitchen of your dreams.
LIGHT FIXTURES THAT STAND OUT
Unique and standout light fixtures continue to grace kitchens in 2024. Elegant pendants, curved blown glass works of art. Crystal clear geometry and eye-catching light fixtures for the kitchen are typically found hanging over the kitchen island. Match your light fixtures with the colors of your kitchen or choose complementary colors.
EXPOSED NATURAL WOOD BEAM CEILINGS
Exposed natural wood beams for kitchen ceilings are popular for 2024. Look for wooden beams that extend from the kitchen out into the Grand Room. We are also seeing rich brown and framing black beams, it’s all about your personal style and preference.
SLEEK, MINIMALISTIC LOOK & AN EYE FOR ORGANIZATION
Kitchens in 2024 are sleek and minimalistic. A home that feels less cluttered feels more relaxed and produces less anxiety. You can use custom shelving to organize your items as decoration. An example here would be hanging frying pans by size or organizing colorful bowls or mugs on your built-in shelving.
We are also seeing homeowners ask to include utility cabinets in their kitchen which are floor-to-ceiling cabinets typically positioned on one side of the countertops. Handy utility cabinets provide amazing storage and minimize visible clutter tremendously.
Homeowners in 2024 also include kitchen appliance garages to stow away their toasters, blenders, and air fryers.
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LUXE KITCHEN UPGRADES & INTEGRATED SMART TECHNOLOGY
Add backlighting for mood and place your kitchen blinds on a smart timer. You can also integrate smart technology like kitchen sink faucets that start when you tap them to make your life easier.
You can also make your kitchen feel luxurious by adding trendy gold hardware such as faucets, lamps, and cabinet handles and knobs. Look for matte, satin, or brushed finishes in warm gold hues. You can also consider a decorative kitchen hood or intricate, hand-painted backsplash centerpiece to add a luxe feel to your kitchen design.
CATERING KITCHEN LAYOUTS TO YOUR UNIQUE COOKING STYLE
When working with your home designer to finalize the layout of your customized kitchen, think about your cooking style. If you meal prep at the start of each week, you’ll want to ensure you have enough counter space to serve this function. You'll also need dedicated space for your Tupperware collection.
If you wash your hands frequently when cooking, you’ll want to place your stove near your sink or ensure your plan includes more than one sink. If you like to cook with an audience, or if your children do their homework while you make food, you’ll want to include bar seating on your kitchen island. A butlers’ pantry like the one shown above is handy if you frequently serve meals for a large family or host friends for dinner parties.
A customized kitchen is all about you, your loved ones, and your individual lifestyle and needs, so make sure your kitchen serves your routine instead of working against you.
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