Interior designers share 6 kitchen trends that'll be huge this year, and 4 that will be out

Sophia MitrokostasJan 20, 2021, 03:24 IST

Some kitchen interior-design trends will become more popular in 2021, and others will start to disappear.Shuttershock

Insider asked interior designers about the kitchen trends you should expect to see in 2021.
Open shelving and monochrome color palettes are likely on the way out.
High-end appliances and big sinks are gaining popularity.

Modern kitchens are a hub for cooking, eating, socializing, and working, so a good design strikes the balance between function and beauty.

Insider asked professional interior designers for their thoughts on the kitchen trends that are set to take 2021 by storm, and the ones that should be left behind in 2020.

Green cabinetry is gaining popularity.

Some green cabinets can be both neutral and versatile. Shutterstock

High-end appliances will likely outshine budget models.

It may be good to splurge on your most-used kitchen appliances first. James Ransom

Quartzite countertops are expected to become more common.

Quartzite is well-loved for its durability. StudioDin/Shuttershock

Installing extra outlets may be a popular kitchen upgrade.

Extra outlets are useful for juggling several kitchen appliances. Ana Anderson/Shuttershock

Borrowing kitchen storage from other rooms may become more common.

There are creative ways to upgrade your storage space without remodeling. Pipas Imagery/Shuttershock

Larger sinks are trending.

Roomy sinks are more versatile. John Keeble/Getty Images

Monochrome kitchens seem to be falling out of fashion.

Pops of color are becoming more popular. Hero Images/Getty Images

The trend of adding fancy cabinet hardware may be waning.

Many people are removing handles and knobs from their cabinets. Evgeny Pyatkov/Shuttershock

Open shelving may become a dated concept.

Open shelving requires constant cleaning. Shutterstock

Visual clutter may be losing its charm.

Decluttering will likely be popular this year. united photo studio/Shuttershock

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