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The Top 5 Kitchen Trends of 2026

Get ahead when planning a renovation with these brand new kitchen trends for 2026, which showcase the five emerging designs that will transform homes in the coming year. From heritage spaces with soft curves, relaxing hues, and organic patterns, to modern schemes with metallic finshes, engineered textures, and clever, hidden spaces, these kitchen design ideas balance fashion and everyday practicality. There is a kitchen trend for every interior, and with experienced kitchen designers at every depot, we make it easy to achieve these kitchen decor ideas in any home. Explore these 2026 kitchen trends to help you create a stylish kitchen in any space.

A handleless, l-shaped kitchen in a sand grey finish. There are fluted glass wall units and oak-style herringbone flooring.

What Are The Top Kitchen Trends For 2026?

To help inspire your next kitchen design, we're taking a look at the top 5 kitchen trends for 2026. Here, you'll find ideas for different spaces, tastes, and budgets, making it easy to achieve a fashionable interior. From soft hues and earthy textures to metallic tones and ergonomic layouts, this mix of classic, timeless, and modern kitchen ideas has a style for every space.

The Top Five Kitchen Trends 2026

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Classic

Choose modern shaker doors with soft curves or subtle mouldings for a refined look. Start with a single, consistent shade, introducing contrast through selected accent tones or premium worktop materials. Finish with textured surfaces to add depth.

Sage green kitchen with shaker cabinet doors. It is in a u-shaped layout with a gas hob and timber-effect worktop

Country

Introduce warmth and character with this country-inspired look. Pick shaker cabinets or rustic slabs in soft neutrals and light green tones. Complete the design with natural timbers or veined marbles, and antique-style handles to create a space that feels lived-in.

Natural

Create a nature-inspired scheme using light to mid-tone timbers across slab or modern shaker doors, with open shelving and cabinet interiors. Use ribbed textures and handleless profiles to deliver a streamlined, cohesive layout with broad appeal.

A marine blue shaker kitchen from Ilfracombe, in an l-shaped layout. It has an olive-colour island and oak plank flooring.

Personalised

Craft a unique kitchen using bold base colours such as deep blues or greens. Balance strong colour choices with metal accents, timber finishes, veined worktops, and geometric layouts. Complete the distinctive look with tactile details such as knurled hardware or fluted glass.

Two-tone handleless kitchen design in an island layout. Includes dark stone and cream slab cupboards and matt-black trims.

Architechtural

This trend prioritises clean lines and practical designs. Use slab or handleless cabinetry in neutral tones, timber finishes, or metallics. Keep forms simple, use quality materials, and integrate appliances and storage behind fronts to maximise space and functionality.

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