When considering a kitchen remodel for your St. Charles, IL, home, it is vital to pick a style that is modern but also fits your preference. If you are struggling to come up with ideas on how to make your kitchen look brand new and up to date, check out some of these 2023 trends to help you brainstorm some ideas!
No Upper Cabinetry: To clean up the interior of your home, more storage is being added below the waist to leave more room for clean finished walls, or even extra windows for more natural light to reach your kitchen. This design could make your kitchen remodel design in your St. Charles IL, home stand out and allow for an open and bright look.
Dishwasher Drawers: A dishwasher drawer is exactly what it sounds like; a dishwasher disguised to look like a cabinet. This allows for a better finish to your below the sink cabinets, while also increasing the practicality of your kitchen. Adding two to three of these drawers stacked up on top of each other can minimize your dish loads, creating less work for you and your family.
Usage of Stone: Stone has always been used in kitchens throughout history, however, the modern use involves using stone as a centerpiece, for things such as islands, right in the middle of the kitchen. Consider the use of stone during your St. Charles, IL, home kitchen remodel.
Lower Drawers: Drawers below the waist in your kitchen are starting to become a more popular trend in modern homes. They are more accessible and typically store more than above the head cabinets would. This is a great addition for people who are shorter and have a hard time reaching above head cabinets. It will also help those with physical disabilities who are unable to stand up or walk around their kitchen. If you fall under those categories, take a look at below the counter drawers for your St. Charles, IL, kitchen remodeling project.
Metal Usage: Putting different metals like stainless steel, bronze, or copper, can give your home a more rustic but modern look that is starting to become a highly sought out trend. If you are someone who likes a clean rustic look, then consider using some medals to your finishes in your St. Charles, IL, kitchen remodel.
Sculleries: A scullery is an extra room to help with any overflow that may occur from the kitchen. Typically, a scullery will match the current design of your kitchen, but tougher materials will be used since the goal is to provide a durable space for any overflow your kitchen remodel may have. If you are someone who has a big family or just simply struggles with finding enough room in your current kitchen, adding another room that is dedicated to prepping, storage, or even cleaning, may help you a great deal.
Bright Islands: Islands are a center point of any kitchen, so designing them correctly is important. A new trend of painting your island a bright color like a blue or green, while the rest of your kitchen consists of typical soft colors, allows for your island to POP. Consider this trend when you’re putting the finishing touches on your St. Charles, IL, kitchen remodel in your home.
Butcher Blocks: A butcher block countertop can be a very practical and all sleek looking addition to your St. Charles IL, kitchen remodel. A butcher’s block is one of the easiest things to maintain, aside from a few coatings of mineral oil here and there, it stays relatively clean on its own, while also proving to be very durable.
Hidden Appliances: If you do not like the look of a stainless steel fridge, or dishwasher, it is very easy to solve this issue. Hiding the fridge in plain sight using woods to replicate the design of your cabinets could be the way to go.
Open Shelving: If you have young ones in the house, this may not be the very best option, but if you are not worried about anything breaking in your home, having shelves to display your kitchenware, or antiques may add more flare to your St. Charles, IL, kitchen remodel.
Backsplash: A backsplash is a great addition to your St Charles, IL, home because it pulls your entire kitchen together. Adding a vibrant color or a stone finish to help offset the other colors used to design your kitchen. Doing this can add a brighter feel to your kitchen that will catch anyone’s attention.
Statement Lighting: When in the kitchen, whether you are cooking, eating, or entertaining, the lighting is extremely important. Adding a chandelier above the island, or pendants above the dining table, can make your kitchen appear brighter and more welcoming.
If you are considering any modern trends to make your kitchen in St Charles, IL, home stand out, Contact Ellie by phone at 630.356.4441 or by email ellie.whelanbuilders@gmail.com