Gray kitchens have been in for a while, but it is the deeper, bolder charcoal shades that are staying around to make an impact. 'One of the primary reasons dark kitchens are on trend for 2023, is their ability to create a sense of depth and character,' says Mara Rypacek Miller, managing director of Industville.
Dark-stained wood is trending, a departure from the lighter tones of previous years. Unique hardware can help you refresh your space, even if you aren't ready for a full remodel… yet. 2023 is the year to go bold, whether with two-toned cabinetry or bright colors.
Amber toned wood in pine, oak and maple are the new trend for stained kitchen cabinets. The MIX of wood tones and solid colors is the most important kitchen design trend in 2023. Warmer wood tones will be the forward trend to watch, as they are paired with dark moody hues and pops of bright jewel tones.
White is still the most popular kitchen cabinet color in 2023 and beyond. However, we are seeing a shift towards warmer and more natural tones. We cover the best colors for cabinets from Benjamin Moore and Sherwin Williams like Simply White, Dove White, and Chantilly Lace.
A well-loved, class option, Shaker-style cabinets will remain a top kitchen design trend in 2023. Shaker-style cabinet doors are known for their recessed center panel and clean lines. These doors are so versatile they work with various design styles, from traditional to modern.
Reassuring Neutrals
Blank Canvas by Behr is Behr's Color of the Year, which their paint experts expect to flourish in kitchen designs. "Neutrals like white, cream, gray, and greige are trending in 2023," says Erika Woelfel, vice president of color and creative services at Behr Paint Company.
Curved Sofas, Chairs, and Tables
When asked about the future of furniture in 2023, every interior design expert we spoke to agreed that curved pieces are dominating.
Here, designers, decorators, and color experts reveal why beige is replacing gray for 2023, and how to decorate with beige for a beautiful scheme every time.
This year, homeowners are craving organic and natural pieces. So, it should come as no surprise that a prominent trend for 2023 is transitioning your outdated kitchen cabinet design to dark wood cabinetry.
Vibrant Orange-y Reds
Benjamin Moore announced its 2023 Color of the Year as Raspberry Blush, a fiery red-orange that's basically the best color in a really good sunset. The vivacious color marks a pull toward bold, warm hues.
Even though dark wood tones are outdated, some dark colors have grown in style and will continue to in 2022. Matte black or deep navy blue are both modern choices, particularly for lower cabinets.
Arguably, the most timeless kitchen cabinet color is white. Bright white cabinets suit a variety of beautiful kitchens, including modern, contemporary, and farmhouse styles. Brilliant whites work to give kitchens a light and airy feel, and off-white options, like the White Dove shade, provides warmth.
The overall goal, whether it's artwork or furniture, is to choose timeless pieces and stay away from short-term trends. This may be a surprise to many, but we are expecting more dark wood tones to pop up in homes in 2023! Last year we saw a lot of DIY bleached furniture and light wood floors.
White. Few paint colors stand the test of time quite like white. "Honestly, the only color in my opinion that will never go out of style—in the sense that you can never really pinpoint when it was done—is white cabinets," says Shaolin Low, principal and founder of Studio Shaolin.
There is a certain range of colors that are widely considered to be timeless, both in the fashion world and in the realm of interior design. Many of these colors actually cross over as they are timeless in both. The two most timeless colors of all, are white, and black.
In other words, you can explore a greater variety of designs with dark cabinets. They're good for large kitchens. In large kitchens, lighter cabinets can sometimes make the room feel a bit sterile. Dark cabinets can be great for warming up your space — especially in contrast with lighter walls and flooring.
Make your dark kitchen cabinets pop with a contrasting white countertop. White varieties of marble, quartz, or laminate look stunning surrounded by dark wooden or painted brown cabinetry. White countertops are luxurious and tasteful, making them the perfect refresher for a kitchen fitted with brown cabinets.
Neon colors are becoming more popular in decorating, but yellow is the number one choice for kitchens with dark cabinets. The simple reason is because it lightens the room so well while adding a huge statement piece. Working best with black units, try using monochrome accents to add more depth to the room scheme.
Navy Blue and Dark Green
Holland says navy blue and saturated shades of green are also on their way out for 2023. The reason for this is that these colors were mostly used for accent walls, and becasue that look is no longer on trend, these colors aren't either.
Digital transformation in the worlds of Artificial Intelligence, Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, the Internet of Things and cloud computing is going to accelerate in 2023.
This year, design trends are primed to shift into pops of color, playful patterns, texture-rich materials along with a blend of handmade pieces and bespoke touches that lend warmth and character to a space.