UK kitchen design trends have continually shifted through the decades.
Whilst the 1990s favoured beige countertops and wooden cupboards, the 2000s introduced open-plan kitchens and the 2010s welcomed the rise of monochrome – or ‘white-on-white’ – kitchens.
So, what do the 2020s hold for luxury kitchen design? In this blog, we’re going to explore the design trends that have emerged across the luxury kitchen market in recent years – and how your customers can easily incorporate these trends with the right kitchen sink.
Premium kitchen design trends in 2025 and beyond
Recently, the kitchen has steadily moved from a practical room used solely for function to a stylish space at the heart of the home. Now, it embodies a homeowner’s lifestyle, personality and individuality.
That’s why the end-user is becoming more involved than ever in the design process, hand-picking materials, fixtures and appliances to create a luxury and homely space that’s unique to them.
As a kitchen expert, you can help your customers achieve this by embracing the latest design trends shaping the luxury kitchen market. Here’s how.
Earthy tones
In recent years, earthy colours have risen in popularity in every room of the house – but especially kitchens!
While cool colours like white, blue and grey convey more of a professional culinary space (like those found in restaurants and canteens), warm colours such as green, beige and brown exude a calm, familiar and homely feel.
Your customers can incorporate these trendy colours in their kitchen in a variety of ways – through cabinets, backsplashes or appliances – but the kitchen sink can play just as big a role in completing the look.
Here at The 1810 Company, we supply a range of SCHOCK quartz composite sinks in natural shades like Ivy, Twilight and Bronze.
These greens, beiges and browns are the ideal pairing for the earthy-toned kitchen your customers are looking for.
Combining materials
Once customers have settled on their chosen colour palette, the next step is adding depth. This can be done by incorporating a mixture of materials and textures, combining smooth granite with warm wood or coarse stone with sleek stainless steel.
By hand-picking a mixture of surfaces, materials, fixtures and fittings, your customers can create a look that feels more personal and expressive.
A simple way to help your customers curate the perfect combination of materials is with SCHOCK CRISTADUR® and CRISTALITE® sinks.
The silky-smooth texture of a CRISTADUR® sink pairs beautifully with glossy worktops and polished metals, while the stony, natural feel of a CRISTALITE® sink complements organic materials like wood, stone and matte finishes.
Or, you can always mix and match textures and materials to really bring your customers’ kitchens to life!
Matte surfaces
Matte and muted finishes have become a statement in modern, luxury kitchen designs and pairs great with other contrasting materials, such as glossy wood. It’s another great way of incorporating different textures in your customers’ kitchens!
Unlike glossy or metallic surfaces which reflect light, matte surfaces absorb it. This creates a softer, calmer and more homely appearance.
Plus, the matte look provides a practical advantage too – it’s less prone to showing fingerprints, water spots and streaks.
With 1810, you can offer your customers a range of matte and muted kitchen sinks to suit their style.
Our SCHOCK CRISTALITE® sinks are a great option for this, with natural colour options including Croma, Nero and Asphalt complementing the earthy tones previously mentioned.
Low maintenance
When consumers invest heavily in their kitchens, they want something that’s practical as well as beautiful.
Current trends show customers want surfaces, cabinets and appliances that are long-lasting, easy to clean and resistant to wear – and they’re willing to pay more for a kitchen that requires minimal maintenance to keep it looking its best!
The sink is arguably the messiest part of the kitchen. From washing hands and dirty dishes to rinsing food and watering plants, the sink sees constant use – and therefore constant cleaning.
That’s why we provide easy-to-clean, hard-wearing kitchen sinks that makes it even easier for your customers to experience effortless living.
Our SCHOCK CRISTADUR® sinks are incredibly tough, long-lasting and feature a dirt-repellent surface that’s food-safe and easy to clean.
Plus, with a 15-year warranty on all SCHOCK sinks, your customers can enjoy a low-maintenance sink that will stay looking and performing its best for decades to come.
How can we help you?
Here at 1810, we supply an ever-growing range of premium stainless steel sinks, taps and accessories for the kitchen trade.
We also supply the SCHOCK CRISTADUR®, CRISTADUR® Green Line and CRISTALITE® range of quartz composite kitchen sinks in the UK.
We work with kitchen studios, retailers and fabricators to provide the sinks, taps and accessories they need to curate, supply and fit the perfect luxury kitchen for their customers.
Get in touch to discover how we can help you provide the trendy and personal luxury kitchen that your customers are looking for: https://www.the1810company.co.uk/
