Design experts are taking the final month of 2019 to look ahead to 2020 and project styles and trends that will emerge in the year ahead. Home design platform Houzz recently highlighted ten design trends it expects to see in 2020 and now Hausera has identified several emerging trends to keep an eye on. The kitchen and bath specialty retailer, set to launch in early 2020, highlighted three kitchen trends that could be seen everywhere in 2020, based on conversations with design experts.
Two-toned kitchens. According to Hausera, there is no longer a mandate to stick to single-color kitchen cabinets that blend with the rest of the room. Designers are beginning to experiment with two-toned elements. White marble countertops are being mixed with charcoal cabinets and gray cabinets are being paired with matte black countertops.
The contrast between cabinets and countertops creates a stunning visual impact that fits into both modern and traditional kitchens, according to Hausera. Color diversity will also allow for the choice of a kitchen accent color that can be matched up with the rest of the kitchen décor.
Chevron. Chevron, a stylish, inverted V-shaped pattern, dates back to 1800 BC in Greece, where it has been found carved into pieces of pottery and stone carvings. The timeless pattern is still around today and can be seen on clothing items, in artwork, and in home décor.
In the kitchen, backsplashes with chevron patterns are becoming increasingly popular across the country, according to Hausera. Such backsplashes are a nice way to spice up the walls of a kitchen without changing the color scheme of the entire space. Chevron can also be incorporated into curtains, rugs, and accessories such as drying mats or towels.
Hard accent patterns. Inspired by colorful, patterned wallpaper seen in homes throughout the 1970s, hard accent patterns are making a big return, according to Hausera. Such bold designs typically include flowers, spheres, spirals, and leaves.
Hard accent patterns can also come in the form of kitchen backsplashes or the walls themselves. Hausera says this design trend brings forward a mid-century look without feeling cold or uninviting. It also can add a pop of color, transforming the entire look of a kitchen without breaking the budget.
