Upcoming Kitchen Design Trends to Watch in 2018

Your kitchen is where you and your family spend the most time when you are at home, so it is no wonder that you want to give it a few upgrades or redesign your kitchen.

In the past this meant a complete overhaul that would cost tons of money but that is no longer the case.

With such an expanse of kitchen design ideas it is now possible to re-invent your kitchen with just a few additions or removals, and we expect more of the same in most kitchen design briefs in 2018.

Here are some trends that we expect to see in the 2018.

Different cabinet finishes

Once upon a time it used to be that all cabinets in the kitchen had to look alike. That is not the case anymore.

Today, two tone cabinets are becoming common in many kitchen designs on offer. These are kitchen design incorporating cabinets with different finishes and in different shapes. They are cobbled together in a stylish fashion and the end result is a wonderful looking kitchen revamp or upgrade.

Integration

The kitchen is no longer a place to cook and eat. It is where kids do homework after school, and where you entertain guests later in the evening.

In the coming year many kitchen designs will be seen with the inclusion of areas to accommodate these activities, so kitchens will become more versatile.

There will be a tucked away area where kids can work after school, and there will also be a small bar for easy drink service.

The counter top will probably continue to reign since it is where you cook, but there will also be counter top designs that allow you to easily dine in your kitchen.

Clip on colours

These are quickly becoming the rave, and it is expected that by 2018 many kitchens will have them.

They are colourful parts of kitchenware that you clip on - you can buy, for example, a lid top handle in a bright colour that you can clip on different lids.

Make sure that you coordinate the colours with your existing decor.

Dark colours, plenty of lighting

It used to be that most kitchens were painted egg shell white, but this is no longer the case.

People are experimenting with different colours and with great success.

You can expect to see bolder, darker colours in the coming year, and lots of layers and soft lighting.


Instant pots

These are a must in the coming year. Unless you have all the time in the world you want a pot that can cook everything at once, and that is what these pots do.

You can expect to see one in most modern kitchens by the end of the year.

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How to Freshen up Your Kitchen in preparation for the New Year

You were excited about the kitchen in your Barnsley home when it was installed a few years ago but it no longer inspires you. This is no surprise - the average person spends most of their time in the home in their kitchen. If you are thinking of making changes but don't want to do a complete overhaul there are several simple things that you can do that will not cost you very much.

Give it a new coat

Paint can transform any room if it is used correctly. You may want to paint the walls, but a lick of paint on the cabinets will give your kitchen a completely new look. Think about the colour scheme carefully before you get started - if your kitchen is predominantly made up of dark colors painting the cabinets in light ones will make it look completely different.

De clutter with great storage ideas

Clutter in the kitchen is normal - over the years we accumulate items that we really don't need. The problem with clutter is that it makes your kitchen look shabby. One way to get rid of it is to install better storage. There are lots and lots of new storage ideas that you can find online and they will leave your counter tops completely free.

Change the lighting

Lack of light will make any kitchen look dull so it may be time to consider some new lighting options. More light will make the room look bigger and brighter so install an overhead light that illuminates every inch of the room. You can also add a window if it is possible - natural light is even better. Make sure that there is a light above the range.

Clean it up

Grime and dirt will accumulate over the years in all kitchens and it can have a huge effect on how your kitchen feels and looks. If you want to make your kitchen look better you should take the time out to clean it from top to bottom. If the family is available they can help, but if they are not and you are you are not able to clean it yourself you can hire a professional cleaning service.



Install a kitchen garden

A kitchen garden is one way to make your space feel more natural and new, and it will provide you with herbs during the coming year. Find some creatively shaped pots and fill them with enriched soil and then put the plants in. Make sure that they get some sun each day.

Who to make the changes for you?

We recommend that you go with The Kitchen Company. They are an excellent kitchen design Barnsley service that can make simple and affordable changes.

You can see how they do it on their website, http://www.kitchencompanyltd.com/.

How to glamour up your kitchen for Xmas 2017 - We could include a re-furb.

When many of us think of Christmas decorations we think about the living room and the outside, but who said that your kitchen doesn't deserve some of that glamour? The kitchen is where you will spend the most time this coming Christmas - you will be cooking and most likely entertaining family and friends there. There are plenty of kitchen Christmas decorations that you can implement that will not cost a ton of money.

The first and most essential is a Christmas tree - it is the true embodiment of the season and there is no reason why you shouldn't have one in the kitchen. Find one that can fit in the kitchen and then decorate it stylishly. In addition to the usual red and green you can add a metallic finish to ensure that it stands out.

Since you will be doing a lot of entertaining in the kitchen you don't want people to have to go back and forth between the living room liquor cabinet and the kitchen. You can install a small liquor cabinet right there and make it easy to get refills. Make sure that it is stylishly made, and that the accessories such as glasses, wine screws and stirring sticks match the decor.

A kitchen wreath is a great way to spruce up your kitchen counter, a window or the door. This is an especially good idea if you feel like your kitchen is too small for a tree - wreaths do not take up any space. You can make one yourself if you know how, or you can have one made. If you choose the latter make sure that you choose the decorations to match the rest of your Christmas decor.

Kitchen accessories for Christmas are a great idea. They include things like kitchen towels, tea towels, coffee and tea mug set, oven mitts, bowls, trays, votive, straws and more. All these tiny elements add to the atmosphere for the coming festivities and will spruce up any kitchen design in Barnsley for Xmas 2017. You can have these especially made to match the Christmas mood so that everyone who walks into your kitchen is immediately greeted by a warm festive air. After Christmas you can easily store them for use next year.

Table accessories are another way to glamour up your kitchen design. Instead of your usual white napkins you can red and green ones made in simple but elegant design. You can also have table mats and coasters made in the same design for a complete look, and make sure that you get shakers and other table accessories with Christmas motifs.

Feeling a bit overwhelmed by all these ideas? Worry not; if you call us at The Kitchen Company we can give you a kitchen that truly says "Christmas!"

We offer one the most reputable kitchen design services in Barnsley.

We work fast and efficiently and are very affordable.

You can find out more about us here:  http://www.kitchencompanyltd.com/.

A top seven of 'Cool Kitchen Accessories' - You simply must have these in your next contemporary kitchen design

Whether you are a professional cook or an amateur one thing is for sure - whipping up a meal is no easy task. You have to plan, prep and then cook the meal. While the family may offer their help there are definitely gadgets that can be a great help in the kitchen in the coming year. As you shop for your 2018 contemporary kitchen design make sure that the list includes the following:

1. Devil oven pull

Remember how annoying oven mitts can be? They are clunky, make movement clumsy and worst of all, they always seem to end up in the food. You can end all that by investing in a devil oven pull, an easy to use gadget that you can use to pull food out of the oven.

2. Flexicado slicer

Do you love guacamole but find preparing it a bit messy? Not anymore with the 'Flexicado slicer'. It makes it super easy to get your avocado in nice, neat slices.

3. Carrot sharpener

Your carrot peeler may work, but this gadget works so much better - it shapes your carrot into a great shape, and you can also use it to slice carrots into shavings that can go in your stir fry or blender for a smoothie.

4. Open sesame bagel slicer

You know how magicians chop their assistants in the middle while they are in a box? This one works the same way except you will not be cutting through your assistant. Instead, you will use it to hold your bagel while you slice it down the middle, meaning that you don't have to worry about cutting yourself.

5. Ice cream slider maker

You love ice cream sandwiches but don't make them very often because of the mess that they make. Well, we found the solution for you, and it is an ice cream slider maker. You pop your favorite cookie in, scoop ice cream on it, top it off with another cookie, turn the whole thing over on a plate and there, you have an ice cream sandwich with no mess at all.

6. Zipstrip herb stripper

If you use lots of fresh herbs you know that it can be tedious to try and strip the stems off the leaves with your fingers. Not any more - with the 'Zipstrip herb stripper' you can do it in a second.
 

7. One stop shop cutting board

No more hassle of cutting veggies and putting them in bowls. This chopping board comes installed with trays underneath that you can pop out and sweep your chopped veggies in, and then pop them back under. It makes it so much easier for you because you don't have to deal with a bunch of bowls, and it is also a space saver.

We at The Kitchen Company love these new kitchen gadgets, of course we can also help you with whatever kitchen design you have in mind for 2018. Most of the gadgets show here are available on the good old Amazon shopping website and also make ideal gift ideas for this Xmas when shopping around for any budding chefs.

You can find out more about our Barnsley kitchen designs and services on our website: www.kitchencompanyltd.com.