3 Kitchen Trends That Are Going To Be Everywhere In 2019
What's hot in the world of kitchen design for 2019?
From House Beautiful
While minimalism and rose gold appliances were huge for 2018, the new year is bringing in a few different ideas for your kitchen. If you're planning a kitchen reno—or just want to make sure you're staying on top of what's trendy—you need to know what designers are doing for 2019. We spoke with Los Angeles-based interior designer, Natalie Meyers, to get you the deets on what's about to become all the rage.
Incorporate Stone
Get a little rustic in the new year and consider incorporating more stone. According to Meyers, "people are falling in love with the abstract canvases painted by Mother Nature and using natural stone beyond countertops. Designers are continuing the stone material to waterfall edges and tall backsplashes." Sometimes they carry the stone all the way to the ceiling, and you can even fabricate drawer fronts and hood vent covers out of natural stone.
2. Mixed in Beadboard Accents
Considering adding beadboard accents on drawer fronts, hood vent surrounds, or island fronts. They are an "eye-catching way to add subtle texture to a kitchen," Meyers says.
3. Matte Black
"Matte black fixtures and hardware are growing in popularity," Meyers says. "What was once a minimal and stark choice in all white modern kitchens is now a fun way to subtly add contrast to wood cabinets and more traditional Shaker style kitchens."
Thermador Stuns In the New American Home
By Natalia Elko from Thermador
Every year I find myself counting down the days until the reveal of The New American Home® – what is always a gorgeous, inspirational show home presented by the National Association of Home Builders. I am certain this year’s unveiling will not disappoint.
The 8,226 sq. ft. Henderson, Nevada show home, designed and constructed by Sun West Custom Homes, includes a full suite of Thermador cooking, cooling, cleaning, and ventilation appliances, plus, revolutionary features like the exclusive Thermador Connected Experience By Home Connect™. Seamlessly integrating culinary ambition with exceptional living, Thermador delivers a connected experience across all product categories – allowing luxury entertainers to get the most out of their appliances and further enhance their extraordinary lifestyles.
The 2019 groundbreaking show home is part of the International Builders’ Show (IBS), and will be officially unveiled to the public Feb. 19-21 in Las Vegas.
The home is brimming with contemporary design, dazzling details, and luxurious glass features. The kitchen showcases an unbelievable assortment of showstopping Thermador refrigeration columns from Under Counter Refrigeration, to the Wine Preservation Column, to the customizable 36” Fresh Food Column. The columns are thoughtfully placed and flawlessly integrated throughout the show home not only in the kitchen, but also the bar, guest suites, garage, and master bedroom.
The home is brimming with contemporary design, dazzling details, and luxurious glass features. The kitchen showcases an unbelievable assortment of showstopping Thermador refrigeration columns from Under Counter Refrigeration, to the Wine Preservation Column, to the customizable 36” Fresh Food Column. The columns are thoughtfully placed and flawlessly integrated throughout the show home not only in the kitchen, but also the bar, guest suites, garage, and master bedroom.
The kitchen’s daring island houses the entirely redesigned, custom-paneled Star Sapphire® Dishwasher. The perfect addition to any entertainer’s home, the ultra-innovative appliance ensures dishware, bar tools, and delicate items are left sparkling. Featuring StarDry™ with Zeolite™, the Star Sapphire® reduces the need to towel dry items, leaving more time for hosting and visiting with guests.
Last but not least comes an appliance full of energy: the Thermador Built-In Fully Automatic Coffee Machine. This coffee machine is every espresso connoisseur’s dream as it offers exclusive personalized coffee content, can customize up to 8 personalized beverages by name, and can be controlled remotely with the Home Connect™ app. The Built-In Automatic Coffee Machine exudes a sleek stainless steel finish and flush installation so striking that designers opted to include it in two different places in the show home.
It’s impossible to pick a favorite space in this stunning show home as each room is deliberately designed and beautifully imagined. Registered 2019 IBS and KBIS attendees can tour The New American Home® during show hours. Tickets are required and are available on-site to registered attendees by visiting The New American Home® booths in the IBS lobby.
For those at home who wish to share in the excitement, be sure to follow along on our social platforms: www.facebook.com/thermador, @ThermadorHome and @Thermador.
The Pantone Institute announced its Living Coral Elmira/Northstar Appliances. 2019 Color of the Year.
Swimming in a Sea of Color
In December, The Pantone Institute announced its 2019 Color of the Year, the hue the color experts believe will be front and center in home decor and fashion during the coming year. This year’s color of choice is Living Coral, which – according to Pantone – is a “vibrant, yet mellow hue that offers warmth and nourishment to provide comfort and buoyancy in a continually shifting environment. The nurturing color appears in natural surroundings while also representing the fusion of modern life and embodying the desire for playful expression.”
The Perfect Splash
While Living Coral is not for the faint of heart, there are many subtle ways to incorporate this inviting hue into your home.
Small pops of Living Coral can brighten and energize a space without overwhelming it. For example, consider adding a couple of throw pillows, candles, a throw blanket, or a piece of art in the sunny hue to infuse any room with an uplifting vibe. More adventurous spirits might opt to showcase the color in dining room chairs, a colorful side table or a painted accent wall.
Get Cooking
Another great place to bring in a pop of color is the kitchen. Lately, color has been making its way back into kitchens – from cabinetry to appliances and everything in between. Introducing small appliances, mugs and dinnerware in Living Coral is an easy upgrade that will deliver an extra dose of personality and charm.
Ready to make a bolder statement? Then, consider adding a retro fridge or range in Living Coral – or, even an entire suite of appliances. There’s no better way to bring new life to your kitchen!
The complete line of Elmira’s retro-styled Northstar appliances, including refrigerators, ranges, range hoods and splashbacks, microwaves and dishwashers, can be ordered in Living Coral as a custom option.
If Living Coral isn’t your cup of tea, the Northstar line is also offered in nine “not so standard” colors, including Candy Red, Robin’s Egg Blue, Mint Green, Buttercup Yellow, Tropical Blue, Black, White, Bisque and Quicksilver.
Kick off your year in style with Northstar appliances!
Creating Mandy Moore's Laundry Room with Style and Function by Electrolux
Interior designer Sarah Sherman Samuel shares how adding style and function to Mandy Moore's laundry room started with Electrolux appliances.
When people think about remodeling their home, the laundry room isn’t necessarily the first thing that comes to mind. But designer and blogger Sarah Sherman Samuel knows it’s a space where you get a lot of work done and probably spend quite some time. That’s why when she worked on Mandy Moore’s home renovation, the laundry room was anything but an afterthought. “Mandy and I share some mutual friends, and one of her best friends suggested working with me, so we met at the house just after they purchased it and hit the ground running,” Sherman Samuel explains. “[Regarding the laundry room], we knew we wanted to reconfigure the space to create a better flow by swapping the sink and laundry machines’ locations. We also wanted to make it a little larger, so we worked with the architect, Emily, to move one wall out about a foot.”
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The Right Appliances
The washer and dryer are the centerpieces of any laundry room, and Moore’s features an Electrolux white combo. “Since there are no windows in the space and we wanted to use a palette of black and white, white was the obvious choice for the machines and the cabinets to keep the space bright,” Sherman Samuel says. But appliances are not just about looking good — they need to get the work done. “The thing I love most about the Electrolux washer that other brands don’t have is its ability to mix the detergent and water together before it ever reaches the clothes,” Sherman Samuel says. “I recommended Electrolux to Mandy after having used their machines in our Palm Springs house, and it turned out that she also had Electrolux in her previous home.”
Design and Functionality
When working on your own laundry room, there are a few things to keep in mind. “Functionality is always the first thing to consider when tackling a laundry room design. You want the room to follow the flow of the work being done in the space,” Sherman Samuel says. “The laundry room is a space where functionality and aesthetics can really come together, which is the essence of design. It creates an opportunity for design to shine.”
There are also a few must-haves, according to Sherman Samuel: “Counter space for folding, room for hanging items, closed storage, a sink is handy, and of course great machines.” Sherman Samuel knows Moore actually enjoys doing laundry and spending time in her laundry room, so it needed to feel like part of the house, not just an addendum. “The flooring is poured terrazzo, which we used throughout the house and brought into the laundry room for continuity. The wallpaper is a little whimsical while still being elegant and modern, and I think wallpaper in general works so well in a laundry space. It is such a good chance to make a statement and bring some personality to a utilitarian room. The rest of the house has a softer color palette, but I wanted this space to be bold and graphic, and there is no better way to go graphic than with black and white. I’ve wanted to use this wallpaper for as long as I can remember seeing it, and this seemed like the perfect spot for it.” Asked if she has any tips to achieve all this on a budget, Sherman Samuel adds, “If wallpaper isn’t in your budget, you can still create a statement wall with paint. And clearing the clutter is always my No. 1 tip for a quick makeover. Use baskets to organize cleaning products if you don’t have closed storage.”
As for if Sherman Samuel is a “This Is Us” fan? “I am! We started the project during the middle of the first season, so of course I had to start watching it as I heard such great things, and what better way to support a client than to be able to see her work? First episode in I was hooked.”
