on latest kitchen trends
Home fashion trends are just as relentless as clothing fashion – they just cycle at a slower pace! Anyone doing a home renovation or building today wants to ensure that their project incorporates all the latest styles and trends that not only improve the look of their home but also make day-to-day living easier.
Kitchens have became an integrated part of the living area. No longer are they hidden behind walls and doors but part of a trend towards open-plan living. In keeping with this trend, more people are opting for the same floor covering in their kitchen and living areas. Most popular floor covering options for kitchens are porcelain or ceramic tiles with a growing demand for natural stone tiles as well as for the solid pre-finished or engineered timber floors and laminated timber looks.
Some pointers:
- Make a design statement by using glass, stone or metal look mosaic for your splashback;
- The look and feel of your flooring should complement your choice of countertop and cabinets;
- Natural stone is increasing in popularity;
- Neutral and natural tones are the most popular flooring colours (your splashback provides the opportunity to introduce an accent colour); and,
- Larger format floor tiles are being used throughout the home.