Palo Alto, California — Interest in open-concept kitchens has returned in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new survey conducted by Houzz Inc., an online platform for home remodeling and design based in Palo Alto, California. It is said that it is coming.
by 2024 US Houzz Kitchen Trends Survey, A recent survey of more than 3,400 homeowners found that the kitchen was more likely to be used in other indoor spaces (43% compared to 38% of those who remodeled in 2021) and outdoors (23% of those who remodeled in 2021). (compared to %). The percentage of people who renovated in 2021 is 18%).
According to Houzz, almost two-thirds of people who want their kitchens to be more open to nearby interiors say they want to eliminate wall dividers (64%), and a quarter want double doors or single-row doors. , or choosing a wide opening (25%). .
According to Houzz, the driving force behind open-concept spaces is increased functionality (64%), 54% of homeowners renovating want to enhance their entertaining space, and 47% simply want to improve the aesthetics of their layout. It is said that they are evaluating the quality. The majority of open-concept kitchens have similar floor and wall colors to adjacent rooms (79% and 61%, respectively).
“After a temporary dip in interest during the pandemic as people sought isolation and privacy from other household members, we're seeing a return to more open-concept spaces,” said Marin Sargsyan, staff economist at Houzz. said. “Creating a more open kitchen is appealing to homeowners both functionally and aesthetically, but doing so can impact the overall project budget, requiring wall modifications and layout changes. It will require more technical changes, such as changes.”
Additional insights from 2024 US Houzz Kitchen Trends Survey include:
- Larger islands: More than two in five homeowners (42%) are choosing islands that are 7 feet or larger, a 10% increase since 2020. Islands less than 6 feet long are becoming less popular, down 5% year over year. This could be consistent with reports that homeowners are using the islands for entertainment and socializing after renovations, Howes said.
- Pop cabinet color: White continues to be the most common cabinet color, but both wood and green are slowly making an appearance. Although it has decreased slightly in popularity as a primary color for cabinets, blue is still a top choice for island cabinets that are a different color from the main cabinet. Green also saw a spike in the popularity of island cabinets, which contrast with the main cabinets.
- High-tech home appliances: More homeowners would rather replace all appliances (54%) than just a few (34%) during a renovation. Homeowners are increasingly choosing appliances with high-tech features. Nearly a third of homeowners now choose home appliances with WiFi connectivity, and some prefer home appliances that can be controlled via smartphone or tablet. Interest in features such as touchscreen displays, smart home connectivity, and built-in apps and cameras has also increased compared to last year.
- Backsplash reaching new heights: The vast majority of homeowners choose to replace their backsplash during a kitchen renovation. Although backsplashes most commonly extend to the cabinets or range hood, he noted that one in 10 people have a backsplash that extends all the way to the ceiling. The most popular backsplash materials are ceramic or porcelain tiles, followed by engineered quartz and natural stones such as marble, quartzite, and granite.
- Designed with longevity in mind: The most common reason people renovate their homes to accommodate special kitchen needs is to accommodate the future and current needs of aging household members. Functional elements incorporated for this purpose include drawer cabinets, additional lighting and wide drawer pulls. Safety features are also a priority, including non-slip floors and rounded countertops. ▪
