6 Kitchen Tendencies That We Are VERY Assured Will Be Large In 2026

We thought that it was solely proper to have our first official submit of the yr be probably the most beloved…our annual kitchen developments submit. I’m getting chills as I sort these phrases! It’s a brand new yr, a renewed sense that issues might be higher and hopefully extra lovely. And for a few of you fortunate readers, a little bit of that magnificence could also be coming from a kitchen transform or perhaps a gentle refresh. That’s the place this submit can really be useful. Although, if you’re merely on the lookout for common design information, that’s simply as legitimate:) Everyone seems to be welcome. I additionally really feel inclined to say that whereas that is labeled as a “pattern submit,” we give attention to design concepts that we love and don’t suppose might be “out” in a couple of years. Plus, no matter how “2026” one thing could also be, if it’s carried out effectively, it’s going to look superior eternally. So with out additional ado, welcome to EHD’s 2026 Kitchen Tendencies Picks…

Stainless Metal Kitchens (And Accents)

We now have talked about this one up to now, however now greater than ever, I’m CONVINCED we are going to see stainless-steel kitchens in every single place this yr and past. And as you’ll be able to see above and beneath, these kitchens are usually not chilly, sterile designs. They’re stylish, recent, and combined with lovely supplies. I imply, burlwood partitions, matte stainless-steel cupboards, and marble tiled checkered flooring??! To not point out that unbelievable chandelier, which can be a brand new purpose for my kitchen. LA.M Studio created such a shocking area.

This unreal kitchen by Preserve Studio fully flips the “cover your home equipment” on its head and takes it a step additional. All the home equipment are stainless-steel, which then match the entire stainless-steel drawers. The combo of cool-toned wooden and metal feels each distinctive and easy. It’s inconceivable for this design to not crack open your mind and consider the chances of incorporating stainless-steel in actually sudden methods.

Right here’s one other angle and a more in-depth have a look at that unbelievable window. Wow, wow, wow. I additionally adore the curve of the nook cupboard and the way it talks to the curve of the wall and excessive shelf.

Now, the good Sophie Rowell whose designs are cozy, sudden, a little bit conventional but playful, designed this glorious kitchen above. She didn’t lean laborious into the stainless-steel vibe however did add that superior trendy backsplash. It provides a juicy quantity of distinction to the general model of the area, but in addition balances with the home equipment. Possibly an extra “kitchen pattern” is that stainless-steel home equipment are again!

This kitchen, which belonged to stylist Colin King, is now The Loft, Beni Rugs’ new area. The stainless-steel actually simply is available in with the sink and home equipment, but it surely exhibits how really elevated and comfy it could look in a kitchen with the best supplies designed with it. All that wooden paneling is a good looking distinction.

Tiled Cabana Stripes

This one might really feel a little bit dangerous for some, however in the best residence with the best design, it’s every little thing! Working example, Leah Bradley’s California coastal residence. With out the stripe sample, it is a lovely, very impartial kitchen. However WITH the tile, a daring but gentle injection of power is immediately felt.

Colour and tone are main elements on this design working. The gentle colours not solely move with the tones of the remainder of the kitchen but in addition with the vibe of the realm. Coastal, beachy, and enjoyable. This was a threat that couldn’t have paid off extra.

I LOVE this kitchen. I additionally know I’m stretching it a little bit with the definition of cabana stripes, but it surely’s what I instantly thought after I noticed this photograph. I additionally love that you just nonetheless get the impression of the look while not having to go for longer stripes.

So, versus the lighter colours with lengthy stripes of the primary kitchen, right here, White Studio & Co Inside Design used darker colours with a “brief stripe” (or in order that’s the way it feels to me:)). Oh, and did you discover the stainless-steel sink and chrome stools??

One other one for the brief stripes! I like this small however massively impactful design alternative Abbie Naber made on this kitchen. It simply takes it to the subsequent degree visually. It’s additionally an awesome reminder that tile accents might be taken into eating areas, particularly in an open idea.

Right here’s a more in-depth have a look at the detailing on the island. It’s not a traditional, two strong coloured tile combo. See that little diagonal? Simply so particular.

Now, have a look at this kitchen render! That brief backsplash is one other nice solution to have that pop of sample, even in the event you don’t wish to go all the best way up the wall. It’s so cool and recent, and with that blue cupboard and shelf, I couldn’t find it irresistible extra. Additionally, whereas this isn’t a accomplished, photographed area, I do suppose renders are a VERY good indicator of developments. It’s what designers are imagining of their superb state of affairs:)

I needed to embody this one as a result of it was a special take and appears lovely. Vaughan Design & Growth designed an ideal kitchen after which made it even higher with that horizontal stripe on the backsplash. What makes it nice (and all of those stripes on this part) is that they’re made with bigger tiles and never these mini ones (you recognize which of them I imply). These are intentional and particular, and I’m excited to see extra of them this yr!

Tonal Wooden {Hardware}

Tonal wooden {hardware} is making itself identified, even when it matches completely with the wooden cupboards:) Workstead can do no fallacious in my ebook, and this kitchen is one more instance. There are one million particulars I like, however a giant one is these spherical wooden knobs. So easy however (say it with me), so particular.

See?! It doesn’t harm that the wooden is insanely beautiful.

I consider there has but to be a January kitchen developments submit (at the least that I’ve carried out) that hasn’t included Shapeless Studio. Their work is, effectively, at all times inspiring, and these picket custom-designed handles are simply that. White oak, like the cupboards, and robust sufficient to be equipment pulls too!

Wish to know a very enjoyable truth? These wooden cupboards you’re taking a look at are literally lined with contact paper! Drew is an unbelievably designer/DIYer, so no shock that it turned out lovely. However what I additionally beloved was that he used actual wooden DIY handles to essentially promote the entire “actual” wooden look.

So this kitchen went from a bit chilly and and not using a ton of persona to a good looking, heat, renter-friendly dream. The wooden on wooden look actually takes the area to a really elevated degree:)

I additionally suppose it is a pattern that’s extraordinarily attainable to simply incorporate into your current wooden cupboard kitchen. No reno needed! Simply discover the best wooden match {hardware}, and you might be set.

Flat Panel Cupboard Fronts

Shaker and micro Shaker cupboard fronts have been king for years now, however I believe that flat panels are about to formally take over. That’s to not say we nonetheless don’t LOVE shakers and suppose they’re lovely (as a result of they’re). However child, issues are shifting. Let’s take this unreal kitchen by Katy Popple Design. Flat panel fronts with a mixture of actually superior {hardware}. It’s clear, lets the supplies and colours shine, and feels trendy in the easiest way. Really, in the event you have a look at the entire kitchens on this submit, nearly all of them have flat panel cupboard fronts. Jussssst saying.

Right here is one other dream kitchen by Rebecca Zajac that’s extra trendy natural, and people flat fronts are good. It’s so clear to the attention and lets the supplies actually sing. I imply that stone is unreal!

In case you wished extra proof of how lovely they’re…

…and one other. However this instance exhibits a extra trendy conventional look (love the 2 tones!). It’s additionally proof that Shaker isn’t the one “conventional” possibility.

For my ultimate instance on this class, this one gives a slight twist. From what I’ve seen, most flat fronts are flush to the framing. The wooden ones on this area are barely set again, which I additionally love. A teeny element that makes them a little bit totally different from the stainless-steel ones. Intentional and fascinating. No notes, this kitchen by Monika Michalowska is ideal.

Creamy Tiles

One other designer that I at all times look to for developments, Nina Farmer. Her model is so traditional, however is at all times particular and layered. A lot soul in each area. However with this area, we’re focusing our consideration on these creamy wall tiles. We love an all-bright-white in the best area, however the softness of a cream or heat beige is sort of a hug for the eyes. This kitchen feels similar to that – heat, lovely, and simply the correct amount of coloration.

Now, the good Mandy Cheng used very comparable, if not the identical, Zellige tiles as Nina, and it’s simply as heat however in a totally totally different means. The ability of design!! Together with the live-edge wooden cabinets, the tiles soften the white cupboards, stainless-steel accents (one other instance!), and the black stone island.

It’s that seemingly small alternative of selecting white versus cream/beige that may make the most important impression.

Whereas Zellige remains to be one of many main gamers in residence tile, this cream-toned brick that Ome Dezin selected for this kitchen is so superior. Virtually a heat brutalism model that’s warmed up much more by that unreal darkish cabinetry and trendy island. Their work is at all times so thrilling and exquisite.

Inexperienced Counter tops

It could possibly really feel a little bit unusual utilizing our personal work in a pattern submit, however hey, inexperienced stone counter tops are completely going to be a significant participant in 2026. I imply, it’s already taking place! Selecting a colourful stone can really feel like an enormous threat as a result of stone and fabrication aren’t low cost (or returnable). However inexperienced is a coloration that’s additionally roughly a impartial relying on the tone chosen. It goes with a lot and is visually calming. Would this kitchen have been fairly with a white stone? Sure. Is it way more fascinating and exquisite with the inexperienced? I believe, YES.

Here’s a render by Finch studio that I actually love. It’s very trendy, and at first look, the blue tiled island is what you discover. However then your eyes transfer to the inexperienced countertop, and it’s a wow. So fascinating however quiet, and that gentle inexperienced with the mid-toned heat wooden is perfection.

However you can even go a lot darker, as a slight different to black, like Electrical Bowery superbly did.

Or go for a tonal model like the good Heidi Caillier selected to do. I simply love the inexperienced on inexperienced look.

There was a debate on whether or not Rosso Levanto marble(pink marble) was on pattern, and I couldn’t discover it in sufficient kitchens. I completely suppose sure for smaller areas like bogs and items of furnishings like accent tables, however for kitchens, I’m not completely satisfied but. I really feel positive about inexperienced, however will fortunately be fallacious for pink:) I assume solely time will inform. Oh, and we’re undoubtedly holding our eyes on butler pantries, too. We’ll test again in for our midyear kitchen developments report.

Thanks for studying, and hope it was enjoyable! Any ideas??

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Opening Picture Credit: Design by Preserve Studio | Picture by Alexander William