5 trends in custom AZ kitchens

My husband has been a cabinet designer/builder/consultant for 13 years and he just schooled me on the latest and greatest kitchen trends he's noticed in the high-end homes he's been working in this summer.



Trend #1: Inset cabinet doors

An inset cabinet door is a door that is flush with the face-frame. The overall effect is very clean and modern, although he has been noticing this cabinet style making its way into traditional kitchens, as well.



Trend #2: Electrolux appliances

Electrolux appliances are becoming a staple in custom high-end homes. Move over Wolf, Subzero, Bosch and GE. Stainless steel is still the finish of choice for kitchen designers.



Trend #3: U-shaped kitchens

Many kitchen designers are re-thinking space layouts and opting for U-shaped kitchens, with an island in the middle. Open kitchens remain popular and kitchens are opening to living rooms, so the U-shape doesn't feel disconnected from the rest of the house.




Trend #4: Dark cabinet finishes

Kitchens are popping up in many higher-end homes with very dark finishes such as wenge and walnut.



Trend #5: Asian fusion

This trend is being seen in hardware selections, as well as overall design. Asian fusion is almost an extension of contemporary/modern. Patina brass hardware, bamboo doors, and ornate detailing are a few of the key elements of this design.





For more information on Arizona custom kitchens, contact Matthew Hibbard, owner Hibbard Custom Cabinets 602-315-0525.