As an interior designer, something that I love so much is seeing how trends evolve overtime throughout homes. In addition to bathrooms evolving over the years, another space that has immensely changed throughout the home are kitchens!
What once was primarily a space to simply cook and enjoy family meals has now become a true focal point inside homes and is a space that gets a lot of attention in the interior design world.
As we move into 2025, kitchen design trends continue to shift and it’s always exciting to see what’s on the horizon.
So, whether you’re planning a full kitchen renovation, a modern kitchen remodel, or simply seeking inspiration for small changes, these five design trends for 2025 will transform your kitchen into more than just a room for cooking and eating.
5 Kitchen Design Trends for 2025
1. Smart Butler Pantry Design
Butler’s pantries have been trending for quite some time now and I don’t see them slowing down anytime soon. If you’re unfamiliar with a butler’s pantry, it’s a separate room off the kitchen that allows for extra storage and is a great space for prepping food.
The reason a butler’s pantry is so desirable is because it allows you to hide appliances and other items that often create clutter on your countertops in the central kitchen.
Most often, you’ll find microwaves, toasters, mixers, and even extra refrigerators inside a butler’s pantry along with your typical pantry cabinets to house your food.
As an interior designer, it’s rare that I come across kitchen inspiration that doesn’t involve a pantry of this kind, so I expect to see the same in 2025!
One thing that’s changed over the years with these pantries, however, is that we’re now seeing them be disguised more and more by concealing them into the cabinetry for a hidden entrance.
I personally love the concept and can’t wait to see how the butler’s pantries continue to shine in kitchens in the coming years!
2. Modern Smart Kitchen Features
Being in the age of modern technology, you can imagine that we’re going to start seeing more and more smart technology throughout homes – and no, I’m not just talking about your average Alexa or Ring doorbell.
In kitchens specifically, I expect us to start seeing more technology such as touchless faucets, smart ovens, and more push-to-open appliances.
All of these gadgets can make your home feel more luxurious, but can also serve a great benefit in various ways.
For example, smart ovens are a big hit if you have a rigorous work schedule and want to save time on your commute home. With the click of a button on your phone, you can have your oven preheated by the time you walk in the door!
While there are some who will continue to prefer a more traditional route when it comes to their kitchen appliances, smart technology is here to stay and I think we will all be shocked by the new inventions and possibilities in the years to come.
3. Open Concept Kitchen Design
As mentioned, kitchens aren’t what they once were – a place for just cooking and eating meals.
Kitchens are now considered to be the heart of the home and serve various functions, in addition to your traditional cooking and dining experience.
With that in mind, we’re seeing more kitchens designed as versatile spaces with open floor plans that seamlessly flow into other parts of the home, like the living room and eating quarters.
Open-plan kitchens maximize space and create a more social environment. In addition to the floor plan itself, the way kitchens are being designed furniture wise has changed as well.
You’ll often find bar stools, breakfast nooks, and other convertible furniture, like fold-away tables or stools, all of which allow the kitchen to adapt to various needs – whether it be for the homework station afterschool, morning coffee, charcuterie night with friends, or a full family meal at dinner time.
4. Kitchen Lighting Trends
Something that I always see evolving in the interior design world is lighting. There’s always a new type of lighting that’s trending and that everyone seems to want to incorporate into their home.
When it comes to kitchens, people are getting more creative and clever with the way they display lighting throughout the space.
In 2025, I expect to see more under-cabinet LED lights, pendant lighting, and strategically placed mirrors to enhance the sense of space.
These elements not only add functionality, but also elevate the aesthetic of the kitchen!
5. Luxury Kitchen Features
Lastly, and very similarly to how people are making their bathrooms an in-home oasis, many homeowners are embracing the same concept in their kitchen by adding luxurious extras that make you feel like you’re on a true vacation.
Things like built-in coffee machines, wine fridges, and even retro-style small appliances (if that’s your style) are all amenities that are making kitchens more than just a cooking space, but rather a hub for entertainment and daily enjoyment.
While extra amenities like this can bring an extra expense, the goal for many people is that they want to design a space that they truly never want to leave – and as an interior designer, I think that’s a pretty great goal to have!
Your home should be a space that you 100% love and feel your best in, so if an extra luxurious amenity is the key to achieving that, then I say go for it!
Additional Resources For Your Kitchen Renovation
Overall, your kitchen truly is the heart of your home and serves as a central hub for various activities that are integral to daily life and family bonding.
By incorporating these kitchen design trends into your remodel or redesign, you’ll not only achieve a stylish space that you love to look at, but you’ll also create a space that’s welcoming for everyone that walks in.
As an interior designer, I love helping people make their kitchen dreams come true, whether it’s through a complete kitchen overhaul or simply adding a stylish and functional element to your existing space.
If you’re in search of additional interior design resources to help you with your kitchen design, you’re in the right place!
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