Podcast
Kitchen Trends 2023 (That I’m Loving)
Published on:
2/01/23
written by:
Carrie Barker
If you’re building a new home or remodeling an existing kitchen, you’re in luck because the kitchen trends in 2023 are GORGEOUS! And, even better, many of these trends are rooted in a classic design that will stand the test of time. Whoo hoo!
In this blog post, I’m sharing the top kitchen design trends we’ll see in 2023.
I’ve scoured design websites to get an idea of the kitchen trends we’ll see in 2023. Most of the trends this year are beautiful design elements that I would gladly incorporate into my home (if I were building or remodeling in 2023).
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Honestly, the trends haven’t changed much at all since last year … and this is a good sign because it means that the current design trends have long-lasting appeal.
In other words, these kitchen design elements won’t be going out of style anytime soon (with the exception of one trend that I am NOT a fan of … we’ll get into this later).
And just so you know, I would never recommend trends that you’ll want to rip out by the time you finish building or remodeling. That is NOT what I want for you! Soooo … we’ll focus on kitchen trends that ensure your kitchen is current but remains timeless.
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Do keep in mind that while home design trends are fun, this is ultimately YOUR kitchen and it’s important to design it in a way that will make YOU (and your family) happy for years to come.
As we go through the kitchen trends below, pick a trend or two (or more) that fit your personal style. Your kitchen doesn’t need to look like every other kitchen on Instagram and Pinterest. It should reflect your family’s personality and style.
All right, let’s get started …
KITCHEN CABINET COLORS 2023
WHITE KITCHEN CABINET COLORS
First, let’s answer the question: Are white kitchens out of style in 2023?
Umm, no way!
White kitchens aren’t going anywhere in 2023! A white kitchen continues to be a timeless classic design that never truly goes ‘out of style’. It may not always be the current trend, but white kitchen cabinets are always beautiful.
We’ll also continue to see the two-tone cabinet color trend in 2023.
In other words, if you want to add a bit of a trendy flair to your white kitchen, you can have a different color on your island … whether you stain your island a natural wood tone or you paint it a deep, rich color, this pairing a primarily white kitchen with a contrasting (trending) color on your kitchen island will still be popular into 2023.
I happen to love this look!
Popular white paint colors (click on any option to view the color and/or order a peel-and-stick paint sample):
- Benjamin Moore ‘Simply White’
- Benjamin Moore ‘White Dove’
- Benjamin Moore ‘Chantilly Lace’
- Sherwin Williams ‘Swiss Coffee’
- Sherwin Williams ‘Creamy’
- Sherwin Williams ‘Alabaster’
- Sherwin Williams ‘White Flour’
WHAT COLOR CABINETS WILL BE IN STYLE IN 2023?
We’ll continue to see painted kitchen cabinetry as a top trend in kitchen design. Whether this is white painted cabinets, black painted cabinets, or taking a more colorful approach and incorporating more color into your design.
Design experts predict that we’ll see A LOT of greens and blues in kitchen cabinetry again this year. This includes all shades of green and blue from subtle and neutral to deep, rich hues.
We’ll also see warm neutrals such as creamy off-whites, warm grays, dark moody colors, natural wood, and dusty pink. Yep, I said dusty pink for kitchen cabinets.
I love all the trending colors except dusty pink, which is interesting because pink is actually one of my favorite colors and I use it as an accent color throughout my home.
Plus, the colors of the year for Benjamin Moore and Sherwin Williams are in the pink family. Hence the reason why it’s probably trending in kitchens this year.
Personally, I’m not a fan of pink kitchen cabinets in any shade. However, I do think pink cabinets are adorable in a little girls’ bathroom and would even look cute in a laundry room, but definitely not in my kitchen. That’s just my opinion … you do you!
You have a couple of options when it comes to painting your cabinets …
- You can paint all of your cabinets green, blue, black, or even pink (yikes), but if you want to do a fun color but don’t want to fully commit,
- You can just do a pop of green (or whatever color you choose) on your kitchen island (or possibly just your upper or lower cabinets) and all of your cabinets can be painted white
If painting your kitchen cabinets (any color other than white) freaks you out a little bit, you can always incorporate this fun trend in a small bathroom or your laundry room.
Below are some popular green and blue paint colors (click on any option to view the color and/or order peel-and-stick paint sample).
Kitchen Colors Green 2023:
- Sherwin Williams ‘Evergreen Fog’
- Sherwin Williams ‘Basil’
- Benjamin Moore ‘October Mist’
- Benjamin Moore ‘Storm Cloud’
- Benjamin Moore ‘Hunter Green’
- Farrow & Ball ‘Pigeon’
- Benjamin Moore ‘Intrigue’
Kitchen Cabinets Blue Colors 2023:
Neutral Paint Colors for Kitchen:
- Benjamin Moore ‘Creamy White’
- Benjamin Moore ‘Classic Gray’
- Benjamin Moore ‘Gray Owl’
- Sherwin Williams ‘Repose Gray’
- Benjamin Moore ‘Natural Cream’
- Farrow & Ball ‘Lamp Room Gray’
- Benjamin Moore ‘Revere Pewter’
Sherwin Williams + Benjamin Moore Colors of the Year 2023:
- Sherwin Williams ‘Redend Point’ (I actually love this color … but not for the kitchen!)
- Benjamin Moore ‘Raspberry Blush’
NATURAL WOOD KITCHEN CABINETS
Natural wood kitchen cabinets are also trending in 2023.
As far as natural wood cabinet colors go, light oak still continues to be a top trending color … whether it’s your full kitchen or just your kitchen island. Either way looks beautiful!
And, of course, you can’t go wrong with beautiful stained dark natural wood kitchen cabinets.
And you can’t go wrong with beautiful stained(or painted) dark kitchen cabinets.
KITCHEN COUNTERTOP TRENDS 2023
What countertops are in style for 2023?
One kitchen trend that I see over and over (and over) again is marble countertops. Luckily, marble is a classic and timeless look that will never go out of style. Yay!
From what I’ve read, marble in bold patterns will be trending, but we’ll also continue to see subtle veining and subtle patterns. I personally prefer subtle patterns and don’t feel like bold patterns will stand the test of time.
Unfortunately, marble isn’t the most practical material if you’re looking for a low-maintenance countertop.
However, you can achieve a very similar look for less $$$ and less maintenance with man-made quartz for kitchen countertops. Just throwing out an alternative!
You may enjoy reading:
- ‘Popular Countertop Materials: A Roundup’
- Granite vs Quartzite Counters: A Comparison
- Quartz vs Quartzite Counters: What’s the Difference?
KITCHEN BACKSPLASH TRENDS 2023
The small subway tile backsplash is kinda out (well, it’s still a classic, but it isn’t exactly ‘trending’ in 2023). The 2023 trend is a slab backsplash … and it’s a gorgeous trend (I kinda want to rip out my subway tile and put up a slab backsplash).
A slab provides a wall of uninterrupted stone (or a man-made product that mimics natural stone) that looks sleek and provides a focal point for your kitchen.
We started seeing slab backsplashes rise in popularity over the last year or two, but these will continue to dominate in 2023.
If you aren’t interested in a slab backsplash (or want a more economical option), you can find beautiful backsplash tile options in my Curated Backsplash Boutique.
OTHER KITCHEN DESIGN TRENDS 2023
NATURAL (AND TEXTURED) ELEMENTS
We’ll continue to see the use of natural (and textured) materials such as natural wood beams in the ceiling or incorporating natural wood in your stove hood, kitchen island, or open shelving.
Adding organic materials to your kitchen adds warmth and creates a cozier feeling by offsetting the hard (and cold) cabinet and countertop surfaces.
KITCHEN CABINET HARDWARE TRENDS
So … if you’re wondering if gold hardware is still in style in 2023, the answer is a resounding YES. Gold is still going strong!
The two dominant colors we’ll see in cabinet hardware in 2023 are gold and black, which really isn’t very different than last year.
However, if you prefer satin nickel, it’s A-OK! Silver is classic and timeless (plus I have it in my home because it never goes out of style and I built my home before gold hardware made a comeback a few years ago).
No matter what cabinet hardware finish you choose, you’ll find what you need in my Curated Cabinet Hardware Boutique.
And just so ya know … this black and gold finish trend extends to light fixtures and door hardware in 2022 as well.
KITCHEN FLOOR TRENDS
Light (and medium) oak flooring will continue to be on-trend in kitchens in 2023.
You can create this look via solid wood floors or engineered wood flooring (or even LVP).
This is most definitely a (classic) trend I would incorporate if building in 2023. Just sayin’!
SMART TECHNOLOGY
This isn’t exactly a trend but just the wave of the future … we’ll see more fully integrated smart kitchens in 2023 (and beyond).
Examples of smart technology include appliances or light switches that can be accessed from your phone or from voice technology. I personally would love a fancy coffee maker that basically is a robot barista :).
NEXT STEPS
Well, there you have it … an overview of the kitchen trends for 2023. Again, the trends are very similar to last year (with the one big exception of dusty rose as a trending color for kitchens in 2023).
Other than those pink cabinets, everything else we’ll see trending is truly timeless and classic design options.
I shared trends that I think have the potential to have a long shelf-life and remain in style for years to come.
But always remember … this is YOUR house and you should design your kitchen in a way that makes YOU (and your family) happy! Follow your gut and only implement trends that you love and would incorporate whether or not they happen to be the current trend.
Now if you want to dive a little deeper into designing your dream kitchen (without regrets), I have a free training that will help you get started on the right path.
Grab a seat in my *FREE* on-demand training, 3 Simple Keys to Design Your Dream Home with Confidence … without second-guessing your decisions or making costly mistakes you’ll later regret’.
