A beautifully designed kitchen is the sum of all of its parts. From carefully chosen luxury appliances to the perfectly appointed pantry, every design decision made contributes to the overall aesthetic, functionality, and liveability of this essential home space.
Another crucial design choice is countertops. Make no mistake, the options are seemingly endless. However, there are a few emerging kitchen countertop trends that have caught our eye and the attention of luxury homeowners.
Let’s explore three specific trends and take a look at some tasteful displays of each.
Rounded Corners
Sharp lines and straight edges have reigned supreme in kitchens for years. But today’s luxury kitchens are taking a softer approach to their design. Rounded countertops provide an unprecedented warmth, making the space both inviting and approachable. They provide a subtle sense of flow and sophistication you simply won’t get from hard, straight lines. Take a look at some tasteful incorporations of the rounded countertop trend.
Bold Veining
Granite, marble, and quartz have long been the preferred countertop and backsplash materials in luxury kitchens. They’re not only hardy, but given their natural veining, each slab is one-of-a-kind. Luxury kitchen designers are elevating the look by going bold with the veining in slab selections. Striking and sleek, these materials and their eye-catching designs easily become the centerpiece of the overall aesthetic. Take a look at some breathtaking displays of bold veining in the kitchen.
Zellige Tiles
Zellige tiles make a bold statement in today’s luxury kitchen design. Outshining the once-popular subway tiles, Zellige tiles have a timeless charm and artisanal quality that’s hard to replicate with any other material. While these Moroccan-made tiles have most commonly been used in luxury bathroom design, they’re increasingly turning heads in the kitchen.
Used for both countertops and backsplashes, Zellige tiles are known for each handmade piece being completely unique in color, texture and crazing. A word of caution for those opting for this exceptional countertop selection: the surface will not be smooth, which is fine for a backsplash but may prove cumbersome on a countertop. Take a look at some stunning spaces in which Zellige Tiles were used in both applications.
Today’s kitchen countertop trends marry function and flair, showcasing materials and designs that bring warmth, individuality and sophistication to the kitchen. Once you have created that design for your clients, send them to Friedman’s Appliances, where our friendly sales professionals can assist in their appliance selections to complete the space.