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KITCHENS

Kitchens & breakfast nooks

by Stienie Greyling

itchen trends for 2025 focus need to withstand a lot of maintenance
on rustic minimalism and and cleaning. The fewer the joints the
Ksoft Scandinavian design more hygienic the result. Micro-cement
characterised by natural simplicity and kitchen flooring is gaining popularity in
modern aesthetic. early off-white colours.
Expect large solid wood elements and Texture will continue to inform kitchen
bold earthy tones; deep greens and warm wall and floor finishes this year. Whether
reds, that add warmth and character. it be visual texture in surface treatment
Natural materials like wood and for floor tiles or light relief providing
stone with contrasting materials such as a raised pattern on wall tiles, the look
stainless steel and painted surfaces. The is more rustic than plain tiles and adds
material choices should be durable over a subtle cosy aesthetic. Floors textures
time while also reflecting personality and that recreate the look of textured stone
making the feel unique. like travertine or chiselled stone are also
Trending kitchen designs during 2025 easier to maintain. Kitchen trends 2025
feature continuous surfaces that appear to will also feature more decorative wall tiles
flow over floors and walls. This seamless with subtle relief that add dimension and
aesthetic is ideal for kitchen floors that visual interest.

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