Design your forever kitchen with these classic elements.

So what are the kitchen trends that won’tmake you cringea few years from now?

Stick with ideas that have been loved for decades.

Classic white kitchen

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Not sure whichshade of whiteto go for?

Check out somewhite paintsdesigners swear by.

Taupes, grays, and beiges are other colors to consider if you want something a little more interesting.

An interior view of a taupe, champagne coloured shaker style fitted kitchen diner with gold handles, quartz island, gas cooker hob, toaster

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Shaker cabinets arepopular in farmhouse kitchens, but they also work with a variety of home decor styles.

Drawer and Cabinet Organizers

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Organizationwill never go out of style.

Vintage Appliances

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There’s a reason the Smeg fridge is a classic kitchen appliance.

Shaker cabinets

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Brands like Smeg, Northstar, and Laconche are still making appliances with old-school charm.

White Marble

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White marble will always be an elegant choice for kitchen countertops.

While it’s a bit pricey and requires more upkeep thanother countertop materials, it ages beautifully.

Organized cabinet

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(After all, the look’s been around for over 100 years!)

Polished nickel is an especially reliable choice that won’t look dated in a decade.

This format is supposed to optimize flow and efficiency.

Vintage appliances

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These are easy-to-maintain textiles and versatilethey’ll work with just about any kitchen aesthetic.

And good lighting in any spaceis timeless!

Wood kitchen

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marble counters

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Butcher block counters

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Subway Tile

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Polished nickel faucet

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Triangle layout

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Drapes

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Well-lit kitchen

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Kitchen island

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