After a year working from home 2021 was regarded as the year of the sanity-saving kitchen. Our kitchen space became the home’s command room, the place for meal prep, answering the never-ending zoom calls and hub to connect with friends and loved ones. Being in our kitchens we tried to maximize every square foot of space in our homes so much so that the kitchen space ended up becoming the family room, the office, the birthday party and so much more.
2021 was a year of enlightenment and Kitchener kitchens and kitchens worldwide are finally getting the attention they deserve. Homeowners are looking at innovative ways to rediscover the utility that kitchens bring along with their future needs. If the last two years were revolutionary, then 2022 has even more promise. Here are five key trends that we will see in 2022.
These trends aren’t limited to the rest of the world but are key trends we see in Kitchener kitchens.
A new aesthetic is emerging where people have gone back to adoring the warmth and textures of natural materials. There is a rise in the use of organic materials, nature-inspired and environmentally conscious.
More and more people are discovering the relaxed outlook on their homes and want to feel comfortable indoors. The era of formal living rooms and natural and organic designs are going to take center stage.
People appreciate the blends of nature and want to incorporate these elements into the kitchen, which has now found significant importance in the home. People are working from home still and feel stressed. They want a kitchen that is not too busy, and the use of natural wood is a rising trend.
There’s nothing wrong with upper kitchen cabinets, but more and more people are coming to see their accessibility and simple utility. Homeowners are more interested in ditching bulky cabinetry and are heavily looking forward to open shelving or blending the two.
With the constant use of dining ware in the present times, it makes more practical sense to have dishes and other cutlery in places more accessible. With this in mind, the upper cabinets are set to take a back foot in the trends in 2022.
One key design element that we are seeing carrying through to 2022 will be the visual and physical connections to the outdoors. While staying at home for a significant part of 2020 and 2021. People have developed a sense of appreciating nature and their surroundings, and want that calm and tranquility added into their Kitchener kitchen.
Expect kitchens to have bi-fold doors and more oversized windows, especially windows that almost sit on the countertop to bring in the outdoor view. These windows aren’t just for simple aesthetics but also bring in ventilation and fresh air flow.
After a year working from home 2021 was regarded as the year of the sanity-saving kitchen. Our kitchen space became the home’s command room, the place for meal prep, answering the never-ending zoom calls and hub to connect with friends and loved ones. Being in our kitchens we tried to maximize every square foot of space in our homes so much so that the kitchen space ended up becoming the family room, the office, the birthday party and so much more.
2021 was a year of enlightenment and Kitchener kitchens and kitchens worldwide are finally getting the attention they deserve. Homeowners are looking at innovative ways to rediscover the utility that kitchens bring along with their future needs. If the last two years were revolutionary, then 2022 has even more promise. Here are 5 key trends that we will see in 2022.
These trends aren’t limited to the rest of the world but are key trends we see in Kitchener kitchens.
Homeowners are jumping in on the bandwagon choosing bold color choices which have expanded significantly. Forest green and burgundy have joined navy blue as the most popular colors lately. 2022 will see the darker shades re-introduced with more shades of green and metallic's with a sense of more earthy tones.
If the last two years have taught us anything, we can change and grow. At Kitchen & Bath World we are all about embracing change and progressing forward. No job is too big or small for us here and our goal has always been to be a part of every Kitchener kitchen.
With our competitive strategies and innovation, we are all about providing you with the best deal in town. From cutting-edge technology to the newest popular trends, with us on board, the kitchen of your dreams can be had without breaking the bank.
Answers to your renovation questions
Open shelving suits frequently used everyday dishes and adds an airy, casual feel, but most homeowners still want some closed upper cabinets for storage and to hide clutter. A blend of the two is the practical middle ground many Kitchener kitchens land on. Open shelves also need more dusting and tidy styling. For more enclosed storage ideas, see our kitchen cabinet storage solutions.
Yes. The move toward warm, natural materials has stayed popular well past 2022, as homeowners favour organic textures and wood grain over cold, all-white kitchens. Solid wood also lasts decades and can be refinished, unlike particle board. Kitchen & Bath World builds every kitchen in solid maple, never MDF or particle board. For current direction, see our 2026 cabinet colour trends.
Bold colours like forest green, navy, and burgundy add personality, but they date faster than neutrals and can narrow buyer appeal if you sell. A common compromise is a bold island or lower cabinets with neutral uppers, so the statement is easy to update later. Choosing a solid-wood finish that can be repainted keeps options open. Weigh finishes in our painted vs. stained cabinets guide.
For comfortable use, leave at least 36 to 42 inches of clearance around an island, which means oversized islands need a generous footprint many older Kitchener kitchens don't have. An island should add prep space and seating without blocking the work triangle. Measuring first prevents a cramped result. Our kitchen island size and layout guide walks through getting the dimensions right.
Quartz and porcelain pair well with a warm, natural kitchen because they come in soft stone-look patterns while resisting stains and scratches better than marble. They hold up to daily Kitchener family use without sealing. Matching a warm-toned counter to wood cabinetry reinforces the organic feel. Explore patterns on our quartz and porcelain countertops page to find one that fits the look.
Yes. Kitchen & Bath World handles design, solid maple cabinetry, countertops, and installation as one team, working with homeowners across Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, and Guelph. Every kitchen is designed in 3D first so you see the layout before any work starts, and estimates are free. Visit the showroom at 899 Victoria St N in Kitchener or browse our project gallery to see completed kitchens.
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Answers to your kitchen renovation questions
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We provide kitchen cabinets, bathroom vanities, countertops, and accessories. All products are available in a range of styles and finishes.
Yes, we work with both homeowners and contractors across Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, and Guelph.
Absolutely. Visit us at 899 Victoria St N, Kitchener, ON. No appointment needed during business hours.
All cabinetry and countertops come with a manufacturer’s warranty. Details are provided at purchase or upon request.
Most kitchen or bath projects are completed within 2–4 weeks after final measurements and product selection.
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