If you want proof that small details have the biggest impact on home decor, look no further than kitchen hardware. Knobs, pulls, and handles, often thought of as finishing touches, can transform your kitchen and completely change the look and feel of your space.
We spoke to two interior designers to find out the kitchen hardware trends they're seeing in their work. Kitchen hardware in 2024 is eschewing clean styles in favor of more interesting material combinations that create dimension. Not to mention, they're also just plain fun.
discreet brass knob
Designed by Brian Wetzel Michelle Gage Interiors
There are also timeless trends, with the humble brass knob emerging as a modern classic. “Simple brass knobs look great against dark-colored cabinets,” says Michelle Gage, founder and creative director of Michelle Gage Interior Design. Brass pairs perfectly with other popular kitchen materials such as glass and stained wood. Although not very complex in itself, this three-part material of hers is greater than the sum of its parts.
matte black finish
Sara Ligorria-Tramp / Design: Emily Bowser for EHD
Matte black kitchen fixtures have been on trend for a while, and now the popular finish is making its way into kitchen hardware as well. “Traditionally, this look has leant towards the 'farmhouse,' but there are new ways to bring matte black into the kitchen,” says Gage. “Consider refreshing your hardware with this dark metal finish.” Matte black creates a bold contrast against light-colored or stained wood cabinets, and complements marble or quartz countertops. You can also tie it with black stripes on your backsplash.
borrowed from nature
Providing Signature Hardware
Nature has always been a source of inspiration for interior design and is starting to find its way into kitchen hardware as well. Pulls and knobs feature natural textures that mimic leaves and plants, like Signature Hardware's Leaf Pattern Solid Brass Cabinet Pulls, giving a trendy twist on traditional finishes. “These gold leaf cabinet handles are also a great item that can dress up any cabinet and give it a more custom look,” says Brittany Farninas, her CEO and creative director at House of One Interior Design. says.
Matching hardware and appliance knobs and handles
Rebecca McAlpin | Design by Michelle Gage Interiors
Matching your kitchen hardware to your appliances creates a sense of unity throughout the space, and sometimes makes a bold statement, like matching brass appliance knobs to brass cabinet pulls and handles. can. “There are some very innovative designs in the consumer electronics world,” Gage says. “Depending on the brand, you may be able to choose accent hardware for your oven. If possible, consider matching the knobs in your kitchen.”
mixed metal
become a legend
Don't worry if you don't feel like you're a match. Mixed metals are quickly becoming the material of choice for adding more dimension. “Mixing different metals” [and] By combining other materials, you can change the direction of your design and the overall look and feel of your space. ” Farinas says. “One of our favorite things at the moment is mixing metals. Finishes like matte black and polished nickel give it a sleek, polished look.”
cup pull
Rebecca McAlpin | Design by Michelle Gage Interiors
Cup handles are a timeless hardware feature and are available in a wide range of finishes including chrome, nickel, bronze, and brass. Most commonly used on drawers, knobs in the same finish can be used on cabinets as a perfect complement. “We're used to cup pulls!” Gage says. “This classic handle is a fan favorite and lets the hardware take center stage.”
