Kitchens play a major role in your home’s value, and if you’re thinking of remodeling, it’s important to make sure you create something you and prospective buyers will love. Carefully-selected additions and renovations will ensure the space is always desirable and that you’ll love living in it in the meantime. Below, you’ll find a few current favorites for inspiration.

Popular Kitchen Design Trends

1. Quartz or Granite Countertops

Countertops are a major selling point for buyers, and going with quartz or granite is a smart move. They’re each highly versatile, available in a number of colors and designs, and very durable. Their natural beauty will hold up over time, ensuring your kitchen gains appreciable beauty and valuable utility from your remodeling project.

2. Hardwood Flooring

Traditional tile and laminate flooring will always be favorites in the kitchen, but if you want to add character, opt for hardwood flooring. It adds a degree of elegance and personality that’s easy to design around. Whether you envision a rustic kitchen design or something more sophisticated, choosing hardwood will ensure you have a solid interior design foundation to build on.

3. Two-Tone Cabinets

Cabinetry plays a major role in your kitchen’s interior design. Rather than installing natural-finish wood cabinetry, get creative with two-toned painted options that feature one color above the countertops and another color below. Popular combinations include navy blue below and white above or gray below and soft yellow above. This will add a whole new design dimension and can be paired with the color of your granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, backsplash, or wall coloring. 

Are you ready to start your next remodeling project? Turn to Freeborn Lumber Company for your supplies. Since 1946, they’ve provided quality products to clients throughout the Albert Lea, MN, area to help them design their dreams. They’ll work with you to find your ideal choices from their inventory of kitchen cabinets, windows, flooring, and other building materials. Learn more about the company online, or call (507) 377-4284 to speak with their staff directly.