Kitchen Trends to look out for in 2025

New year, new kitchen? What’s hot and sizzling in kitchen design in 2025, and what trends are ready to be put on ice.

Like all aesthetic areas, trends in kitchen design have a way of pulling you in, making you feel like what’s popular has always been and will always be this way. But it’s not that long ago that some of the most universal aspects in kitchen decisions were hot new ideas, only tried by the boldest of early adopters.

In 2024, we saw a focus on statement splashbacks, earthy tones and natural textures in kitchen designs. Eco-conscious material choices were prevalent, and colour schemes moved towards more muted, pastel versions of some of the vibrant colours we’d seen embraced in recent years.

Heading into 2025, we’ll see some continuation of trends, some evolutions, and some eye-catching new arrivals.

Kitchen trends to look out for in 2025

Making a splash

Of course, attention-grabbing splashbacks are here to stay. In fact, we’re seeing them extending higher up the wall than ever, and being designed as a continuation of the worktop, in what is being dubbed “waterfall splashbacks”. Combined with the trend for high contrast marbles and bold worktops, these striking features are certain to impress.

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Our experts say: “Waterfall splashbacks are a great way to really highlight the style you love for your worktops and gives us so many options for memorable designs.”

Concealed kitchens

It’s not quite Narnia, but there’s a touch of magic to the trend of concealing kitchen counters behind cabinetry. Open the doors to reveal your counter tops, hobs and even sink, which can be neatly closed away when not in use. For those of us not lucky to have the space to accommodate a scullery kitchen, or ‘messy kitchen’, as they’re becoming known, a concealed kitchen lets us shut away our workspaces, leaving a streamlined, minimalist feel. Just the flick of a door and all your mess is out of sight.

Our experts say: “There’s so much scope to use space innovatively, whether it’s your tea and coffee making station, or your whole workspace, this trend for concealed kitchens allows for creative solutions that are both functional and elegant.”

Planet-friendly kitchens

We’re not about see a shift away from eco-conscious design, if anything, we’re expecting kitchen designers to double-down on it. That means that everything from appliance choice to recycling and composting facilities, to materials used, will need to be considered from an environmental standpoint. Designs will be embracing the natural grain and imperfections, and seeking out interesting tones and textures. This extends to the inclusion of plants in designs as well, adding natural greenery to your décor to bring nature inside.

Our experts say: “Expect more use of natural wood like oak worktops in 2025. Reclaimed wood will also be a big part of the kitchen scene this year as more homeowners become conscious of how sustainable all aspects of their home are.”

Kitchen colours and tones

Colour trends for the year ahead include an extension of those rich, earthy tones, such as terracotta and forest greens that were seen last year. We’re also seeing continued use of pastels, which we expect to see teamed up with matte cabinetry to creative soft, inviting spaces. These will go beautifully with wooden worktops as well as marble or quartz styles. For the bolder amongst us, keep your eye out for contrasting colour schemes.

Our experts say: “Instead of one statement colour, the use of daring combinations will be on the rise, offering a lot of scope for innovation and unique choices.”

That’s so last year – the 2024 kitchen trends we’ll say goodbye to

Those single-colour schemes that were popular in 2024 are going to get less focus this year. But don’t worry if you’re sitting in a single-shade space reading this, the good news is that you can update a monochromatic look easily with some thoughtful additions to the space. Depending on your chosen style, it could be a refresh of bar stools, appliances, a well-positioned table lamp.

Our experts say: “We recommend choosing a contrasting colour or two and doubling down on it with accessories that complement your style. Don’t be afraid to go for something that breaks away from the styles we saw in 2024.”

Endless open shelving

It’s not that open shelving will disappear, but we’re expecting to see it used more alongside other options, such as glass display cabinets and closed cabinets. Open shelves have been a significant design focus in recent years, because of how much lighter the room can feel without over-counter cabinets. However, the trend has been around for a while now, and for many, it’s not the most practical of solutions. Items require dusting and cleaning more often, and need to be kept in order to retain the design impact.

Our experts say: “In 2025 kitchen designers will be turning to alternatives such as glass-doored cabinetry, and including built-in lighting solutions to retain that lighter feel. We will see a real shift toward more light and airy kitchens throughout this year and in years to come.”

Worktop materials

Artificial stone has been a hugely popular material for worktops in recent years, being cheaper than natural stone. However, in 2024, experts called for a ban on its use due to health concerns in the manufacturing process. While no legislation has been passed in the UK as yet, we expect caution from designers in using this option, which will also increase the use of other more affordable alternatives to expensive natural stone, such as compact laminate and wooden worktops.

A move away from extreme minimalism

We’re seeing less of the hyper-minimalist design trends, and a turn to charm and character in kitchen designs. From light fittings to handles, cabinetry to soft furnishings, the fashion for space-age sleek is giving way to more timeless and traditional styles, that can be brought right up to date in 2025 trends with the use of contrasting colours and bold textures.

Our experts say: “We’re seeing more and more customers looking to turn away from clean, sleek kitchen spaces in favour of more homely styles. While we expect to see minimalism around for a good few years still, there’s definitely been a downturn in demand compared to previous years.”

The most important kitchen trend – that you love it!

We spend so much of our time in our kitchens. As all these trends change and evolve, the most important thing in any kitchen design is that it meets your needs and brings you joy. So, if you passionately love your open shelves in your monochrome scheme, it doesn’t matter that trends are moving on.

If you have recently invested in a kitchen design that you fear is going out of style, the great thing about 2025 trends is several of them involve textures and colours being added, rather than removed. Additions such as table lamps, large natural wood chopping boards with a striking grain, or a refresh of some of your handles or appliances could make a difference. Or if you’re feeling bolder, you could opt to respray some of your cabinet doors in a contrasting colour, or add an eye-catching splashback to a wall.

Whether you’re updating your current kitchen, or looking towards a complete re-design, enjoy diving into some of these exciting emerging trends, and enjoy planning your dream kitchen in 2025.