Décor trends in the kitchen change so fast it seems I can barely keep up with what’s new. Of course decorating, especially when it comes to one of the most expensive rooms in the house, is sort of a matter of personal taste anyway. While I can’t predict what color will be hot next year and what materials will become undesirable as fast as they became the next big thing just a couple of years ago, I can reasonably conclude that a few kitchen design trends will be around for awhile. Here are my best bets:

Keeping Green in Mind

The movement towards green design and using sustainable products such as bamboo flooring and cabinets made of environmentally friendly materials and wood is not going to go away anytime soon. In fact, I don’t even think going green has come close to peaking as a trend yet. If you’re thinking about doing a green remodel, the kitchen is certainly a fantastic place to get started, even on a budget.

Doubling Up On Appliances

This might shy away from the green movement, but as we are getting busier and busier in our everyday lives, I almost think we’re begging for more conveniences to help us relish what little time for relaxation we have available. For big and busy families especially, doubling up on certain appliances such as dishwashers is a growing trend. In fact, they’re even becoming essential for getting the job done. If having more is better or saves time, expect to see it more in kitchens too.

Adding More Space by Better Engineering

This is almost a gimmie. Designers are starting to figure out that space is almost always at a premium no matter what. The more space we have, the more space we’ll quickly fill up.  While there’s really only one perfect solution to the problem (getting rid of the stuff), advanced design might improve kitchen functionality in the short run. ; Expect to see more and more innovation such these increased storage space cabinets.

More Beautiful Copper Finishes

The trend on this is clear - copper is definitely in when it comes to kitchen design.  As copper is already becoming more and more expensive as a commodity everyday, we’re still seeing a huge increase in its interior application. And why not? It’s versatile and beautiful for a whole range of uses such as sinks, range hoods, and even wall accent tiles.