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Kitchen design 2023
Most of the people these days choose an open space kitchen/living room area, so you don't have to design only the kitchen, you have to think about living room details that will go well with the color scheme and materials of the kitchen.
The arrangement of the kitchen it's a space that must be thought of as a family and multi-tasking area.
For a functional kitchen, you have to consider several parameters: ergonomic and functional requirements, you must have everything in reach. How much food is stored at home, the needs for storing special dishes and other objects used for preparing and eating meals? How many refrigerators, freezers are needed and especially what are the energy sources: gas, electricity or both?
According to Swedish specialists, people spend 40% of their time in the kitchen (not including sleeping hours).
There was a time when the kitchen was considered an annex room, but nowadays it is one of the most important rooms. Its importance increases if the space and arrangement allow the development of several types of activities.
As for designing the room by itself big windows and doors are the favorite now, to let the light in and have a connection with the outdoors.
If all the family is in the kitchen doing several tasks you need more space, so most of the kitchen are designed with an island and extra seating for all family members.
The countertops are getting thinner and are in dramatic contrast with the cabinets. No more bold stone patterns and dark granite, now they have the role to lighten the place up.
You will have more wood and color. Everything will be concealed inside the cabinets: spices, sponges, small appliances, the kitchen is more organized. Walk-in and built-in pantries, integrated appliances fit right into this trend, keep everything out of sight.
Let's design your dream kitchen!
Livingroom tips&tricks
Everything gets to functionality, even the living room. So you want a multipurpose, practical arrangement in your room. You'll need space to relax but also socialize.
Curved furniture is in trend this year, accent chairs, benches and the materials are also more friendly, like heavyweight boucle.
Bold colored furniture, like a rust accent sofa are incorporated more and more in the living room. But you must pair them right, with muted tones like beiges and greys.
The lighting gets very comfortable and warm. Indirect lighting, and choosing different fixtures like sconces and floor lamps make the mood more cozy and warm. Dimmers are also in trend, you can go up and down in the intensity as you like.
Plants are more and more found in the interior decor. Everybody wants a touch of nature inside so instead of rattan or natural materials, greenery is more then welcomed.
To make a statement find some interesting pieces of furniture, colored or oddly shaped and you will make your living room more interesting,
Let's have a fun living room!
How to decorate the bathroom
The bathroom of 2023 has more like spa atmosphere. You want to feel good and relax in this room, so everything is more chic and trendy!
Mirrors with built-in lighting will leave you feeling like a superstar. It's also aesthetic
and practical.
Terrazzo floors and walls are a big YES in 2023 trends. They are available in almost every color and combined with modern materials like cement or micro-cement you will have the perfect design.
Anthracite with it's high density and few impurities, makes it ideal for heat and moisture-sensitive environments, like bathrooms. It's a bold choice but it goes well with other neutral materials.
Blues and greens are also the best color choice for your tiles in 2023. Matte or glossy you will have a fresh feel in your bathroom.
Neutral hues are also in trend, peach and sandy beiges, rusty browns will make a warm backdrop for neutral interiors.
Metal fixtures, gold, brushed gold and copper will add a bit of contrast with your tiles.
One of the brightest small bathroom remodel ideas of 2023 has got to be the frameless glass shower. A simple glass panel or two, no framework, creates the shower stall and gives a sense of spaciousness.
Special free standing basins are also a go for small bathrooms and it makes a significant impact.
To enrich a decor and make it more luxurious add a rug or an ottoman to feel more charming and stylish.
Vintage is also going strong in 2023, antique dressers and vintage wallpaper feel, ornate a mirror or choose brass fixtures will add a nostalgic mood in your room.
Art and evergreen are a plus for this year bathroom. You can go bold or stay subtle, you can also have handmade tiles or selected craft.
Let's go and relax in the bathroom!