These 10 kitchen design ideas will dominate in 2023.

The kitchen has always been the heart of our homes, but this highly-trafficked space gained increasing importance during the coronavirus pandemic when millions found themselves housebound and learning to adapt to their smaller worlds.

No longer relegated to just cooking and eating, kitchen duties have expanded, transforming into office, social gathering, crafting, and study spaces. It’s also no accident that over the last few years we’ve seen homeowner interest in kitchen renovations and additions explode.

If a kitchen remodel is on your wishlist, or you’re just looking to spruce up your space—these 10 kitchen design ideas will help you create the kitchen that you’ll love to cook, and do everything else in, for years to come. 

So, what’s in store for kitchens in 2023? 

In no particular order

1. Black Appliances & Details

Black matte or gloss appliances, fixtures, and hardware are perennially ‘in’ and here to stay.

Bosch black stainless steel appliances

2. Mixed Metals

Bring a touch of modernity to your kitchen by mixing metals. Black and rose gold, nickel and brass, chrome and bronze—mixing metals remains a strong design trend that we’re more than OK with.

Matte black with gold accents ‘Juxtapose’ faucet by Kallista

3. Downdraft Ventilation

Downdraft ventilation is discreet, sophisticated, and often, very effective in clearing smoke and odors in the kitchen. If you want a streamlined look and ventilation in a space where traditional ventilation may not be possible—here’s your solution.

Vario 400 Downdraft Ventilation by Gaggenau

4. Bold Countertops and Backsplashes

Marble, quartz, concrete, granite or terrazzo…the options are endless, and the choice is yours. 

Cambria Surfaces Bentley style

5. Built-in Coffee Machines

The days of having ugly appliances sitting on countertops are gone. Or could be. Indulge in a barista-like coffee every day with a built-in coffee maker, by Wolf Appliances, that seamlessly blends in with your environment. 

Wolf Built-in Coffee Maker

6. Design Sinks

Banish the basic basin—the statement sink is having a moment and we’re here for it. If you’re looking for a way to upgrade your current space but want to avoid a major renovation—this could be the way to go. 

Farmhouse 30 Sink in Polished Copper by Native Trails

7. Pop of Color

The timeless look of an all-white kitchen isn’t going to be losing popularity anytime soon. However, if you want to imbue your kitchen with a bit of personality, introducing a splash of color might be worth exploring. 

Viking Range in Black Forest Green

8. Non-Stacked Appliances

Placing your appliances horizontally, as opposed to stacked, is a popular, modern trend and can make it easier to access control panels, doors and interiors.

Miele Generation 7000 Appliances

9. Workstation Sinks

Whether you’re preparing, cooking, serving, entertaining, or cleaning—sleek, innovative sink workstations can make your life easier. Your guest’s ooh’s and ahh’s won’t hurt either. 

The Galley Sink Workstation in Natural Golden Bamboo

10. All-In-One Faucets

Hydrate your family while adding intelligence and innovation to your kitchen with a faucet that delivers filtered, chilled, boiled and sparkling water.

HydroTap by ZipWater