Homeowners who are planning to upgrade and remodel their kitchens often ask themselves questions like: “What type of kitchen countertop should I get? Is my kitchen layout functional and comfortable? What are other homeowners doing with their kitchen designs?” Today, we will explore the latest kitchen countertop design trends for 2024 and provide some ideas for inspiration.
Longer Kitchen Islands
Kitchen islands are a staple in modern kitchen designs. Longer kitchen islands are becoming more popular than shorter islands because they provide more room for cooking, gathering, entertaining, and working at the kitchen counter.
This trend also includes adding more storage space to the kitchen. Many homeowners are even adding cabinets with doors below the island countertop, which is a great place to store cookware and kitchen appliances.
Dark Kitchen Countertops
The trend of using dark-colored kitchen countertops, such as black, dark gray, and brown, has taken off. Today, with the wide variety of colors and patterns available in quartz countertops, homeowners are not afraid to use dark, dramatic stones for their kitchen countertops, islands, and even pair them with other dark-colored and bold cabinetry, adding a luxurious, modern touch to their space.
For example, a black kitchen cabinet with a minimalist design paired with a black AM550 – Starry Sky quartz countertop is a stunning combination that adds depth and character to any kitchen.
In addition to Starry Sky, you can pair black kitchen cabinets with other dark quartz countertop colors from Vcomquartz, such as AQ940 – Golden Marquina, AQ939 – Marquina, AQ152 – Dark Gray. Non-veined stones with smooth and uniform surfaces create a clean look and are often preferred in modern, minimalist kitchens. On the other hand, dark-colored stones with veins often mimic the beauty of natural stones, adding a luxurious touch and complementing a wide range of design styles from classic to modern.
Quartz Backsplashes
Most modern kitchens feature a kitchen countertop edge that extends and connects to the backsplash and sink, creating a seamless and sophisticated look. The purpose of a backsplash is to protect the wall from grease and food splatters during cooking.
In the past, backsplashes were commonly made from materials such as ceramic tiles, glass, wood, and natural stones. However, with the introduction of hundreds of beautiful and easy-to-clean quartz countertop designs, backsplashes are now commonly made from this material, creating a cohesive look and matching the veining patterns of the kitchen countertop.
Matching Kitchen Cabinet and Countertop Colors
Matching the colors of your kitchen cabinets and countertops helps create a cohesive and unified look in your kitchen space. If the colors don’t complement each other, the space can feel disjointed and lack connection. On the other hand, matching colors can make your kitchen feel larger and more open, creating an ideal space for cooking and spending time with family.
Some popular color pairings used for kitchen cabinets and countertops in interior design include: White & black, Gray & natural wood, White & light gray, Brown & white, Gray & bright accent colors like green, yellow, or blue, Black & natural wood, and more.
With a wide range of colors and styles, Vcomquartz’s collection of hundreds of quartz countertop designs provides plenty of options to help you create your dream kitchen.
Mixing and Matching Different Countertop Designs
To create visual interest, homeowners can mix and match different quartz countertop designs for their kitchen countertops, islands, and backsplashes. Here are some examples of how to combine countertop designs:
– White non-veined kitchen countertop with a lightly veined black backsplash
– Light yellow veined kitchen countertop with a solid light gray backsplash
– Light gray non-veined kitchen countertop with a white veined backsplash
– Lightly veined brown kitchen countertop with a solid light gray backsplash, and more.
These color combinations create subtle contrasts that can complement most interior design styles, from classic to modern.
Kitchen design trends are constantly evolving and changing over time. While some people prefer to stick with a certain style for a long period of time, adding some new and innovative touches to your kitchen space can create an exciting and inspiring experience.
