Kitchens aren’t just functional; they make up a central part of one’s living space. So, to keep it looking fresh and well done up, is important. Fortunately, 2022 is bringing with it some exciting trends. Be it L-shaped kitchens or parallel kitchens, the coming year’s kitchen design trends are catering to all.
Right now, we’re focusing on the former – L-shaped kitchens. Kitchens done up in this style often zone in on functionality. And, rightly so. They’re great when it comes to making space in the kitchen, efficiency, and lend well to storage too. That being said, they definitely have the potential to be a design haven. Read on for the kitchen trends for L-shaped kitchens that are bound to rule in 2022.
The Best of Both Worlds
This coming year, you can design your L-shaped kitchen to have the best of both worlds. The solution is easy – use dual tones to spruce up the space. L-shaped kitchens are a great one for incorporating a two-toned colour scheme because they’re built in two primary sections – the lower half that usually features cabinetry and storage space and the upper half that accommodates more technical equipment like the chimney, exhaust and more.
In 2022, consider spicing things up with a dual colour palette that features one colour on the bottom and another on the top half. You could work with paint, laminated cabinets, or even coloured wood. This option also presents the opportunity of playing with feel. Keep it sleek with contrasting colours like black and white, grey and blue or brown and black or go bold with bright colour combinations like red and white, blue and yellow, and more.
Say Bye to the Endless Cabinetry
A kitchen design trend that’s primed to be popular in the coming year is the philosophy of “less is more”. Excessive storage space in the form of cabinets and drawers looks like it’s going to be on its way out in the coming year, as design experts predict that kitchen spaces will be built for efficiency and expansiveness.
So, in the coming year, consider switching things up and not using the space that L-shaped kitchens offer, for storage. Use either the top or bottom half for cabinetry and leave it at that.
This will help keep the appearance open and save it from looking decluttered; after all, the beauty of L-shaped kitchens is the space they provide.
Get Smart
In 2022, add intelligence and ease of use to your L-shaped kitchens. While smart furniture is becoming increasingly popular in all parts of the house, kitchens of this style lend themselves very well to accommodating smart appliances.
From ovens and microwaves to the lighting and cooking equipment, introduce smart appliances to your L-shaped kitchens this coming year. Sleek is the Way to Go
In the coming year, sleek countertops are going to make quite the appearance. Gone are the days of chunky, grandiose marble and in are the days of sleek, lightweight countertops that add to the minimalist vibe.
Keep in mind that sleek countertops will not leave your kitchen looking bare or unsubstantial. Countertops of this kind can be long-lasting, low maintenance and a great alternative to the bulky or chunky countertops of yesteryear (aka 2021).
Contrasting Materials and Textures are In
Dual tones for L-shaped kitchens don’t just have to be in the realm of colour schemes and palettes. The same concept can be applied to different materials and textures in the kitchen, this coming year. Think marble backsplashes and wooden cabinetry, or vice versa, even.
Combine different materials to create a unique aesthetic for your L-shaped kitchen in 2022. While this may seem like a task in terms of putting it all together, working with different materials, in particular, can be a really efficient design solution. Be sure to pick and work with materials that are long-lasting, durable and complementary. And, when it comes to textures, don’t be afraid of experimenting.
The coming year is going to be all about maximising the potential of the L-shaped kitchen layout using bold, exciting and experimental design trends. Kitchens of this style no longer have to be treated as purely functional spaces and can be elevated to aesthetic units in the home.
If you’re looking to get a head start on the L-shaped kitchen makeover but don’t know where to begin, reach out to the team of interior design enthusiasts at HomeLane and get cracking. The best design trends of 2022 await you, and they’ve got the answers!
