6 Kitchen Trends To Watch in 2025
Discover the latest insights from the National Kitchen & Bath Association’s (NKBA) Annual 2025 Kitchen Trends Report. Dive into our curated highlights that are set to influence kitchen design and inspire your next renovation project!
1. MIX-AND-MATCH
Stemming from the personalized design trend, more homeowners are interested in mix-and-match cabinet finishes as well as blending different hardware finishes and lighting. Consumers largely prefer a different color on the island than on the main kitchen cabinets versus a consistent color scheme across the two.
Left: Design by Lisa Frahm. | Center: Design by Kristin Petro/Photo by Antonio Torres Sr. | Right: Design by Ekaterina Groznaya. Photos courtesy of NKBA
2. STYLE SPECTRUM
Popular styles will include Transitional/Timeless (69%); Contemporary/Modern/Minimalism (61%); Organic/Natural (57%); Midcentury/Scandinavian (45%); and Traditional/Classic (32%).
CLockwise: Design by Carley Gardener. | Design by Amanda Licce/Photo by The Vuvo Bandit. | Design by Lisa Frahm. | Design by Robert Reid. | Design by Kamal Moshg. Photos courtesy of NKBA
3. REIGN OF COLOR & FINISHES
Colorful kitchens that show personality are preferred (71%) over white kitchens (29%). Look for earthy colors such as greens, blues, browns and whites to dominate in 2025. • Past trends are also making a comeback, with 52% of respondents saying the bright colors and earth tones of the 1970s will be popular and 47% reporting that the muted Midcentury Modern aesthetic of the 1950s will see a resurgence. • For wood finishes, white oak kitchen cabinets are the clear favorite, with 59% of respondents listing them as the preferred color for 2025 followed by walnut (16%) and oak (10%).
Clockwise: Design by Jessica Enman. | Design by Carly Gockeler. | Design by Andrea Robbins. | Design by Renee Marcil. | Design by Ekaterina Groznaya. Photos courtesy of NKBA
4. LIGHTING IMPACT
Lighting remains a top consideration in kitchen design and will vary from elegant and seamless to dramatic. Shapes are expected to be mostly rounded or linear, but no clear style is predicted to dominate. Fixture colors will include gold, black, glass and silver; finishes will be led by matte, natural/wood and clear.
Top: Design by Angela Mclean. | Center: Design by Rachael Krall. | Bottom: Design by Carl Gockeler. Photos courtesy of NKBA
5. HIDE & STORE
Homeowners are seeking more concealed pantry space for seamless design and clutter reduction. And 66% of survey respondents say walk-in pantries and butler’s pantries will be popular in the next three years.
Design by Kamal Moshg. Photos courtesy of NKBA
Design by Kamal Moshg. Photos courtesy of NKBA
Design by April Spagnolo. Photos courtesy of NKBA
6. CONNECT WITH NATURE
Biophilic design is on the rise, with 72% of respondents preferring kitchens that connect with the outdoors. This trend includes large windows or glass doors to maximize natural light and unobstructed views. Many also favor removing walls to create open spaces that link the kitchen with other areas of the home. Additionally, innovative ceiling applications such as vaulted ceilings and skylights highlight a desire for openness and connection to nature.
Clockwise: Design by Brandie Postles. | Design by Yancy Dearinger Bonner. | Design by Jennie Grafas. | Design by Amy Ford. | Design by Molly McCabe. Photos courtesy of NKBA
Other key trends: According to the report, the focus over the next three years will remain on sustainability and wellness, personalized design, efficient multifunctional appliances and more. For complete survey findings, visit, NKBA.org.
Editor’s Note: Survey findings are based on feedback from 523 industry professionals across North America, of which 67% are NKBA members. Sixty-one percent of respondents are designers, while the remainder include showroom professionals, dealers, kitchen and bath remodelers/contractors, and architects.