How 2026 Is Redefining Kitchen Style and Function

Welcome back to Home Design Chat with Nancy I am your host Nancy Hugo. One of the most popular questions I hear as a kitchen designer is “What are the trends for the new year?”  Kitchens are especially prone to new trends and homeowners typically want the latest and greatest gadgets and to increase their resale value. We know that generally speaking the kitchen sells the home. I do want to point out that not only are homeowners interested in the resale factor but also they are interested in designing for their forever home.  They want to stay in their home longer and feel safe and secure and happy. The National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) and Kitchen & Bath Industry Show just released the 2026 Kitchen Trends Report based on a survey conducted among the NKBA community including the US and Canada. Did this survey agree with independent designers?  The topics I covered StyleCabinet ColorsKitchen layoutsInduction CookingTask zonesDecorative LightingKitchen islandsDid you agree with the surveys?  What is your opinion on these topics?Listen to my weekly podcast to learn everything about your home, what the current trends are, how to design, plan and execute your remodel and much moreIf you have questions for my guests in this podcast or past podcasts, please send them to [email protected] the way, you can send me an email at [email protected] to get on my email list for DesignersCircleHQ.com.  All the podcasts are posted there as well as Design Trends, Design News and more.  DesignersCirclehq.com is a website!If you want to learn more about me, go to NancyHugo.com This podcast is sponsored by ⁠⁠Monogram.com