Sifting through the maze of product offerings for your kitchen or bath renovation can be just as overwhelming as finding finding professional help to complete the project. According to a recent Houzz Survey it is most challenging for Millennials and younger Baby Boomers. Staying on budget is a close second.
Kitchen and bath cabinets are a significant design element and a serious hit to your overall renovation budget, so avoiding a mistake here will ensure staying on target financially with the entire project. The best decisions are informed decisions. Knowing what kitchen and bath cabinet styles to choose will keep your renovation looking modern and fresh for many years. The following trends are based on a summary of purchase volumes within the United States and if followed will keep your kitchen or bath looking stylish and enjoyable.
Kitchen Cabinets – Type of Cabinet Frame
- Frameless (European Style)
- Face-framed (Traditional Style)
- Other
Kitchen Cabinets-Type of Door
- Wood finish, raised panel in frame
- Wood finish, flat panel in frame
- Glass panel in wood frame
- Laminate with raised panel look
- Wood finish, flat panel with no frame
- Laminate finish, flat panel with no frame
- Other
Bath or Vanity Cabinets – Type of Cabinet Frame
- Frameless (European Style)
- Face-framed (Traditional Style)
- Other
Bath or Vanity Cabinets – Type of Door
- Wood finish, raised panel in frame
- Wood finish, flat panel in frame
- Glass panel in wood frame
- Laminate with raised panel look
- Wood finish, flat panel with no frame
- Laminate finish, flat panel with no frame
- Other
The best renovation projects take on a classic and timeless look driven by great decisions based on a combination of modern trends, personal style and purchasing the best product lines within your budget.
In summary, although European style cabinet frames are leading kitchen and bath renovation choices, traditional styles will continue to be a popular choice with wood finish, raised panels in frames more popular than flat panels in frame.
Choose wisely and enjoy the process in making your house your home.
Source: Home Innovation