This year, you want to add new designs and equipment to improve your kitchen’s look and stay relevant in your business. Especially now in the age of digital marketing. You can post photos or videos of your kitchen on Instagram or TikTok!
1. Compact design
If you have a narrow kitchen, then a compact design is best for your space. Compact kitchen designs increase efficiency and minimize clutter. When improving your kitchen space, it’s important to consider the layout to make sure every corner of the kitchen is properly utilized.
Opt for wall cabinets for your catering equipment to open up more walking space. Customize your islands and counters to make sure they’re just the right size to avoid movement restrictions around the kitchen.
2. A spacious serving pantry
A serving pantry is important in a commercial kitchen since this serves as the last stop before the dishes go out to the customers. As a restaurant owner, you have to make sure every meal is prepared properly. Provide your kitchen staff with a spacious area where they can add the finishing touches without obstructions.
You can convert unused space in your kitchen into a serving pantry. It doesn’t have to be huge. Just make sure it’s convenient enough to allow your kitchen staff to move freely. This can also serve as an additional storage space for some of your smaller kitchen items.
3. Dark tones
White cabinets have been a kitchen trend for the past few years but this year, it’s time to shift to darker hues. Although dark tones can make your kitchen look smaller, it can give you a more comfortable and warm vibe. Opt for darker shades like blue and green instead of sticking to the traditional white shades.
You can also use black or emerald green as your kitchen motif. This is totally a game changer especially if you’re used to white and other bright colors for your kitchen. You’ll see how it will transform your space into a luxurious one.
4. A smart kitchen
One of the biggest trends for this year is the evolution of technology in commercial kitchens. Renovate your kitchen and utilize technology for your appliances to get things done easier. Kitchen equipment and tools that can be controlled by motion sensors or light taps instead of turning knobs and handles can save so much time and space.
5. Luxurious, modern details
Luxury doesn’t always mean expensive. You can add suspended lamps above your serving pantry and opt for luxurious cabinet handles for a more sophisticated overall look for your commercial kitchen.
The options are almost endless. Just make sure you only get accessories that match your kitchen’s motif and style.
6. Classic designs
Exposed brick and pipes, old-school, old-timey but functional accessories. Expose your catering equipment with glass panel cabinets. You can also use brass handles and knobs so it won’t look plain and boring. This will also add beauty to the overall look of your kitchen since it helps emphasize a classic cabinetry.
7. A beautiful kitchen backsplash
Your backsplash is one of the important factors that make your commercial kitchen stand out. However, backsplash trends change from time to time so you might want to know what’s in for this year.
Subway tiles are starting to fade out. Some restaurant owners still use them, but they usually get the larger ones. This 2021, you can change your restaurant’s look and add colorful ceramic tiles for your backsplash or even natural stones. Install them in patterns.
8. Natural materials
For eco-friendliness and timeless durability, there’s a shift to natural materials like wood, cement, marble, steel, granite, and quartz.
There are always affordable options even for the expensive materials and you’ll be surprised at how beautiful and durable they can be.
9. Downdraft extraction system
When talking about kitchens, it’s important to utilize an extraction system to make sure odors and vapors can easily come out. And 2021 is the year to shift from traditional exhaust fans to downdraft extractors.
Downdraft extractors are another way to remove air impurities inside your kitchen. But instead of having a huge extractor in your ceiling, this one directly rises on your kitchen top when in use. This minimizes space consumption so you can move more efficiently around your kitchen.
10. Storage solutions
Smart and efficient storage is one of the most important factors to consider when renovating your kitchen. You should organize and keep your catering equipment in place so you can easily pull them out when you need them.
Stainless steel shelves are your best storage option. They are easy to clean and customizable for your equipment storage. Depending on your kitchen size, you can opt for a combination of wall-mounted stainless steel shelves and mobile shelves.
Final Takeaways
Kitchen trends for 2021 is all about natural designs and shifting to smart devices to easily get things done. What are you most excited about? With a good combination of new equipment, storage solutions and designs, you can definitely nail this year’s kitchen trends and take a step ahead of your competitors.
