How does your neighborhood stack up when it comes to choosing kitchen styles, countertop materials, and appliances in the kitchen? Recently Houzz did a kitchen trends study to find out how different areas urban, suburban, and rural compare to each other in kitchen remodel trends.  While there was a noticeable difference in style, overall countertop materials and type of appliances were pretty close across the board.  

Style

It’s no surprise that kitchen style would vary among different neighborhoods.  A homeowner’s style of kitchen is a reflection of their lifestyle.  Typically individuals who live in the rural neighborhoods are 3 times more likely to go with a farmhouse kitchen style.  As you would expect, contemporary kitchens are more popular among the urban population. 

Countertops

Granite countertops have been a longstanding favorite in suburban and rural neighborhoods.  However many urban neighborhoods prefer quartz.  As individuals are looking for low maintenance materials we do anticipate that quartz popularity will continue to increase in suburban neighborhoods.  There are other countertop materials that are worth looking at, especially if you are considering using more than one countertop material in the kitchen.

Appliances

Overall a majority of homeowners are choosing stainless steel finishes for their appliances.  Gas remains the most popular choice of cooking sources for ranges and cooktops.  Some homeowners are branching out and using induction cooktops as homeowners are looking for ways to make their kitchen more energy efficient.

At Brakur Custom Cabinetry we understand that remodeling a kitchen is a long term commitment. Most homeowners will only remodel the kitchen once while living in their home. We also understand what homeowners are looking for in the Chicagoland area.  We can guide you in the right direction to those trends that are not just fads and where it is worth investing your money. 

If you would like to read the complete Houzz Kitchen Trends Study you can click here.  

At Brakur Custom Cabinetry we understand that remodeling a kitchen is a long term commitment. Most homeowners will only remodel the kitchen once while living in their home. We also understand what homeowners are looking for in the Chicagoland area.  We can guide you in the right direction to those trends that are not just fads and where it is worth investing your money.  If you would like to learn more about kitchen design trends you can contact us here.

If you would like to read the complete Houzz Kitchen Trends Study you can click here.  

To download a free kitchen layout guide click below.