{"id":21356,"date":"2023-03-07T03:31:00","date_gmt":"2023-03-07T03:31:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/?p=21356"},"modified":"2024-08-08T15:07:56","modified_gmt":"2024-08-08T20:07:56","slug":"kitchen-evolution-top-kitchen-trends-2023","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/lifestyles\/kitchen-evolution-top-kitchen-trends-2023","title":{"rendered":"Kitchen Evolution: Top Kitchen Trends 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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The heart of the home continues its evolution in 2023. This year, the top kitchen trends are more thrilling than ever. As lake lovers<\/a>, our never-ending quest for soothing spaces, natural materials, and nature-inspired hues has reinvented how we think about this favorite gathering space. No longer considered a purely functional place where you prepare meals, the kitchen has transcended into a real living space where people come together, dine, celebrate, and work from home. Plus, our desire to integrate the kitchen with other living spaces has also inspired us to embellish it like other rooms with artwork, collectibles, and refined materials.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, color is making a comeback in 2023, with cabinet hues in dusty blues, sage greens, neutral browns, and earthy terracottas. B<\/a>o<\/a>ld <\/a>pattern is trending in opulent stone slabs cladding kitchen countertops, waterfall islands, and backsplashes. Natural stone elements, lustrous metals, wooden accents, and eco-friendly materials that create an organic vibe are also having a moment in 2023.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So even if you\u2019re not looking for a full kitchen remodel, don\u2019t be afraid to try out some of these ideas for a fresh, updated look. Apply a new backsplash, paint your cabinets or island base, and bring in some new artwork and accessories. Here\u2019s our list of some of the top kitchen trends for 2023.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Full Circle<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Who says a kitchen island has to be rectangular? Like a round dining table, rounded edges are delightfully inclusive and inviting. They inspire convivial group conversation and encourage guests to gather \u2018round<\/em>. Last year, we saw the emergence of curvaceous, rounded furniture, and 2023 has extended that idea to the kitchen\u2014taking the trend full circle. This one from Cesar\u2019s Tangram<\/a> collection was inspired by the ancient Chinese game of geometric shapes that can be combined to create endless figures. The collection includes five curved elements that can be added to Cesar\u2019s modules to build kitchen islands with unusual shapes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Statement Stone<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Dramatic stone features are becoming the central focus of the modern kitchen. Marble waterfall islands, countertops, and backsplashes that showcase the beauty of the material are becoming increasingly popular. Plus, the natural stone brings a lustrous organic element to the kitchen and pairs exceptionally with warm wood finishes. Here, the cabinetry color echoes the soft gray veining in the marble. Additionally, it creates a striking contrast against the light finish of the wood-plank flooring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Brilliant Backsplashes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Backsplashes are front and center this year as one of the hottest kitchen trends. The options are endless, and it\u2019s one of the best ways to give your kitchen a complete makeover without breaking the bank. As functional as they are decorative, the ideal backsplash should not only protect the walls behind your countertops but also complement the cabinetry, flooring, and other design elements of your kitchen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Available in an impressive range of options and styles, backsplash materials run the gamut from marble and natural stone to metal, stainless steel, and glass. To select one that fits your functionality needs and budget, here are some easy guidelines:<\/p>\n\n\n