As was demonstrated at the recent KBDi Awards last weekend, we have a deep pool of talent in this country. And the good news is that many of these gifted designers are still relatively young. Today we thought we’d take a look at the opinions of one of those people.
We thought we would start a series of opinions from those the industry who will be the future. Nadia Hursky is a young Sydney based, fee for service designer with plenty of talent – and opinions! The following are her thoughts on 2013 and where certain aspects of design and trends are heading.
“2013 promises to be an exciting year for kitchen trends where experimentation with materials and design elements prevail. Look for designs to move away from glossy, white reflective cabinetry to kitchens with depth, texture and variety. We will see a Scandinavian design influence and a move towards better designed cabinet details.
A Mix of Textures
Glossy surfaces and glossy splashbacks have been popular for some time now. Expect 2013 to be different. We will move away from highly reflective surfaces in the kitchen to ones that offer a mixture of texture and depth. Think of natural finishes and materials (such as timber veneers) contrasting with flat finished polyurethane and stainless steel. Accents in bronze and gold will make an appearance.
Expect flat finishes to favour over gloss in 2013. Black satin cabinetry, white-washed floors and concrete walls create a beautiful palette. Hints of brass-like finishes, a polished concrete floor and exposed brick walls make up this kitchen. Also look for a combination of timber veneers and polyurethane satin finishes to rise in popularity.
Cabinetry Detail
In 2013 we will see more emphasis on cabinetry details. Expect to see more attention to details such as the way the cabinet is joined and the junction between cabinetry and stone bench top. Detail-focused kitchen spaces are subtle but awe-inspiring. Kitchens in 2013 will take inspiration from furniture design. The Scandinavian-designed buffet unit above is one outstanding example.
This kitchen showcases attention to details with cabinets that sit flush with the bench top. Details in the kitchen include void spaces, too.
Scandinavian Simplicity
Kitchen trends in 2013 will come from the simplicity of Scandinavian designs—pared back and minimal, elegant and unique. This Italian kitchen has all the sleek lines of a Scandinavian inspired kitchen. A simple, classic kitchen is timeless. Minimising kitchen cabinets can open up the space. Keep it simple, and think outside the box when it comes to floor plan layouts.
Flooring, lighting and ceiling design will become an integral part of the new kitchen in 2013. Look for textural and rich kitchens, incorporating the whole kitchen space rather than only the cabinetry. Subtle and subdues surfaces and finishes will create the sleek and desired kitchen trends for 2013.
To see more of Nadia’s work go to www.bluetea.com.au
We would love to feature other young designers at TKBB – if you would like to contribute, get in touch and let us know as we do want to help!
