The Future of Kitchen Design: Trends to Watch in 2025

Kitchens have evolved beyond mere functional spaces to become the heart of the home, blending style, innovation, and personality. During 2025, as fresh design trends take centre stage expect to see a desire for rich colour tones, natural materials, open shelving, smart tech and thoughtful lighting in modern kitchens.

“Kitchen design in 2025 is already shaping up to be defined by rich colours, sustainable materials, smart technology, and layered lighting - creating a perfect balance of style, function, and innovation. As these trends continue to evolve in the coming years, Appliance House is ideally suited to help customers find the perfect products to bring their dream living space to life.” Chris Reid, managing director at Appliance House.

From earthy tones to tech-savvy appliances, here are the kitchen trends to watch this year that will transform your home decor.

1. Earthy Tones: White is Out, Warmth is In

Say goodbye to stark white kitchens! In 2025, expect to see richer, moodier tones gracing walls, cabinets, and accents.

Deep, Olive Toned Greens are trending for those seeking to add warmth and character. Deep green shades create a welcoming and luxurious feel. 

Earthy Neutrals in shades of beige, taupe, and terracotta serve as a base colour or accent tone, providing a natural, timeless backdrop while tranquil muted blue shades bring a sense of calm and serenity to busy kitchen spaces.

Pairing these popular kitchen colours with natural textures will create a cohesive and inviting space.

2. Bold Splashbacks: Functional and Fabulous

Splash backs are no longer just practical; they’re becoming a key design feature and are set to be big during 2025. Whether you opt for intricate patterns or striking materials, these bold additions can transform your kitchen.

Marble and marble-effect splash backs are very popular choices this year with many designers extending the worktop up the wall to create an upstand for a seamless and sophisticated look. 

The desire for creative splash backs is rising with many opting for mosaic tile designs like herringbone, chevron, or metro tiles which add texture and visual interest.

For a kitchen that wows, invest in an expressive splash back that reflects your unique style while combining beauty and durability.

3. Sustainable Natural Materials: Design with a Conscience

The growing focus on sustainability means eco-friendly materials will dominate kitchens in 2025. We expect reclaimed and recycled materials including glass, cork, copper, and reclaimed wood to feature throughout kitchen decor schemes. These materials are not only environmentally friendly but also add unique character to the overall aesthetic. 

Natural materials like organic stone and marble plus, sustainably sourced wood like oak and walnut, will be popular choices. These materials look great paired together and showcase the beauty of imperfection, ensuring each kitchen feels one-of-a-kind.

They bring authenticity and texture to your kitchen. Mixing wood with stone or light and dark tones creates balance and harmony in your design.

4. Visual Displays with Open Shelving

Open shelving will continue to be a popular design trend this year, offering both functionality and style. There’s no need to hide your favourite glassware or ceramics; pop them on show to add visual interest! 

Thoughtfully positioned shelves ensure your daily essentials can be close at hand to enhance the natural work flow in the kitchen and they're cost effective too as they use substantially less material compared to a kitchen wall unit!

Open shelving adds personality while keeping everyday essentials within easy reach. Many homeowners are now creating dedicated zones like breakfast stations or coffee preparation zones to add a personal touch to their space.

5. Double Lighting: Layered Illumination

Lighting is crucial in creating a warm and functional kitchen space, and layered lighting is the go-to trend for 2025. The choices are vast with strip lighting, spotlights, under cabinet lighting and pendants all featuring within the kitchen lighting options.

The use of double lighting makes perfect sense in a kitchen; pendants add elegance while under-cabinet lighting enhances functionality.

Having the option to adjust the lighting to suit the task at hand is important too which has seen a significant rise in the popularity of dimmable lighting. With a dimmable switch you can control brightness to suit different moods and times of day.

Mix pendants, wall lights, and strip lights for a well-lit, stylish space. Thoughtful lighting design will elevate your kitchen’s ambiance and functionality.

6. Stainless Steel: Sleek Meets Industrial

The stainless steel kitchen is staying strong in 2025, offering a modern edge that’s versatile and easy to maintain.

Sleek stainless steel paired with warm woods or textured stone is a great option for a balanced look. Stainless steel appliances and worktops are both durable and stylish too, perfect for contemporary kitchens. 

This industrial-inspired material is ideal for creating kitchens that feel both professional and inviting. The above image showcases a bank of Caple Sense Premium appliances including (from left to right) C2600 Single Built In Pyrolytic Oven, CMS260 Combi Microwave, WD140 Warming Drawer, CM465 Built In Coffee Machine, WC6100 In Column Wine Cabinet.

7. Smart Tech: The Rise of Intelligent Kitchens

Tech-savvy kitchens are all about convenience and efficiency in 2025. Boiling Water Taps have been increasing in popularity for some years now and they continue to be the sought after tap for the modern home. These taps save space and energy while offering instant hot water for cooking and drinks.

Below, the Quooker Flex has been highly sought after. This modern boiling water tap features a pull out hose for added convenience and is available in a range of colours making it a versatile choice for any stylish home. 

Faced with demands in many aspects of life, de-cluttered spaces are very much on trend as people look to create a sense of calm in their home. This year concealed charging stations, pop-up sockets, and integrated sound systems will bring functionality and luxury in minimalist form.

Smart home appliances featuring sensor technology will continue to increase in popularity as we look to streamline our routines. With the ability to schedule functions to work around our lifestyle these innovative kitchen appliances and accessories ensure our kitchen will be as forward-thinking as it is beautiful. 

Our blog about How to Simplify Household Chores With AI is an interesting read. 

8. Brass Hardware: A Timeless Touch

Brass is back, and it’s here to stay. This versatile material works beautifully in various kitchen styles.

Expect to see brass taps and accessories in new kitchens throughout 2025. This versatile material adds a touch of elegance and introduces warmth and charm.

Perfect for industrial, farmhouse, and modern designs, brass hardware is the ultimate finishing touch. We offer a huge range of brass kitchen taps and additional brass accessories including soap dispensers, hand sprays and the Evoline Blackflip Socket in an elegant brass finish.

Final Thoughts: Transform Your Kitchen in 2025

From bold splash backs to earthy tones and sustainable materials, the kitchen trends of 2025 cater to a wide range of tastes and lifestyles. Whether you’re looking to update your cabinets, appliances, or overall layout, these ideas will inspire a space that’s both stylish and functional.

Ready to bring these trends into your home? Explore our range of kitchen appliances, stylish taps, splash backs, and accessories to create your dream kitchen today!