You are one of my favorite design experts. I love your down to earth personality. I love all of the Kitchen 2024 trends. I am wondering about the textured cabinets. They must be difficult to keep clean (dusting?). Might be more work than the beautiful look provides.
Thank you very much! Definitely, I think a lot must be dust magnets. A bit like open shelving. You need to find that balance of style and practicality that works for you.
Watched many of your videos when renovating our kitchen last year! We went with Quartzite Taj Mahal on the surrounding counters and love it! Large veined black and cream granite on the island. Love walking in my kitchen everyday ♥️
Good to see you back :) My kitchen is now being cooked in. 2 Things I would do differently. I might change them sooner rather than later... The backsplash in granite, all the way, not half up to the cabinets as it is now. The separation between te island and the rest of the living space, about 10-15cm shorter. But damn, a Star Galaxy granite is gorgeous.
Thank you for a great presentation covering what the homeowner considering re-design of a dated kitchen really needs to know. I love huge walls of windows but not possible in a 1970’s suburban ranch with open beam cathedral ceilings! 🥴 I am sooooo tired of stark white kitchens. Then bingo - soft natural neutrals with features of natural medium toned wood. I love this idea and it would be perfect for my kitchen looking out onto a large deck and semi-shaded mature garden. Just the advice I was looking for!
😊thank you, it's new , nice and practical. Is anybody concerned about the opened kitchen, with smell going everywhere? Or is it a new trend as well having a door to separate the kitchen from the living room?
In the US they have done it the last 30 years and they start to regret it. Designwise you have to use only one design. It is too loud for homeoffice. Thats why they re-invented the closed butler kitchen, where the work is done. Outside is for show.
hey brother good to see you i nearly built my kitchen last year was going for obvs dark blue grey white quartz clean, island etc. ran out of money and built a make shift kitchen out of stainless steel equipment from old cafes i had. huge stainless steel sink massive floor to ceiling stainless racks. loads of unfinished smashes to bits brick pillars and steel rsjs raw. people visit and like this kitchen is incred so cool berlin raw semi commercial look. i think i might use the vibe to build my actual kitchen later this year.
@@kitchinsider yes quite, im struggling with the design trying to transition the industrial in and alongside a normal kitchen. trying to find the right units to compliment etc. i was feeling using more texture and external fittings. your videos are fantastic very helpfull. i do wish there were more stainless steel kitchens done right they look incred and are very clean very strong i tend to find its more a chef thing. I cant wait to build my kitchen ive waited a long time. keep up the vids its a great channel my man.
Hi Micheal ! You videos are so helpful and I was so pleased there is a new one as I have exhausted our other ones ! Could you do one on clearence around an island ? I have a conundrum about having a narrow clearance on the width of a kitchen island and haing a standard clearance along the length. Is 700mm on the narrow width too ridiculous ?!
Thanks so much! So is it a clearance of 700mm just on one side of the island? What is on that side (after the 700mm)? If it's a patio door and walkway not used very often you could probably get away with 700mm (although not ideal). If it's a wall, could you opt for a peninsula? If it's 'in' the kitchen and other cabinets, I'd say that's too tight.
thanks for this... I definitely take more stock in your opinions, style and "trends" than any other videos out there. I'm pitching quartzite backsplash with ledge about 10" high and all the way up behind the range. No uppers for sure. My hubs is ALMOST with me! ... do you have thoughts on the 10" high idea? too high? too low? thanks!
Thanks! Sounds great! I think 10" is good for an extra tall upstand, but I'd worry it might feel a touch low for a ledge, I think somewhere around 15" - 20" is nice. Just gives a bit more breathing space above the countertops. HOWEVER, it really depends on your height and what's most comfortable for you and what feels visually right for the height of the room. Are you having any wall lights/sconces as well? For reference, I'd say this one is closer to 20" - www.blakeslondon.com/nicholson
@@kitchinsider Thank you so much! so good to have that visual. Our ceiling height is also fairly high in the kitchen, and the wall where I was thinking for the ledge is almost the same as the one showing where the range is. Difference is that we have large windows on either side of the range hood with sconces above the windows... so yes, the ledge will not work. The backsplash will go up to the windows which starts about 10" from the counter and then straight up behind the hood. ... I feel like I can see it in my mind's eye much better now. Appreciate you!
Well, I am anyway. I used to want everything very sleek and black and white. But now I'm leaning a lot more to wood tones (walnut looks amazing) and natural stone 👍🏻
Like the no upper cabinet look BUT aging people have a hard time bending way down to crawl into lower cabinets. A window over the sink is a must. Love the window backsplash but must have something pretty to look at while doing cleanup. No brick walls or neighbors.
I don't think that I would ever go with shelving for anything infrequently used. Too much needing to wash before use for me. As for nothing on the walls, I am afraid that if my kitchen was ever big enough to do that, I would be considering reducing the size of the kitchen and using the space for something else, or elsewhere, as most UK homes are rather mean on space.
Textured cabinets wouldn’t be for me. Looks nice but definitely not practical. I can’t imagine how dirty they’ll get and how would you clean them? Not a good idea for someone who cooks.
That bit about hiding every kitchen object and appliance behind cabinet doors, so that the kitchen doesn’t look “utilitarian”? Kitchens ARE utilitarian! There’s no reason they can’t also be beautiful, even if daily use things like the coffee maker, fridge, etc. are visible. Simply reducing unnecessary clutter should be enough.
I certainly hope that poor health wasn't the reason for your long absence from RUclips. I do read the articles at your website, but it's just not as satisfying as watching video.
here, here for organic modern! right up my alley! thanks for sharing, as always!
It’s the best Saturday morning seeing you back with the best inspo . Please keep sharing more and more
Very kind, thank you! 😊
So happy to see you back!
We are renovating our kitchen and your fantastic videos are so much appreciated!
Really enjoyed this roundup. Those window backsplashes are stunning if one has the coin and the view!
Hi Michael! So great to see you!! Great video. Lots of inspo. Thanks!
Thanks so much! Pleased you liked the video!
Brilliant, informative and inspiring, spot on!
Omg you're finally back!
You are one of my favorite design experts. I love your down to earth personality. I love all of the Kitchen 2024 trends. I am wondering about the textured cabinets. They must be difficult to keep clean (dusting?). Might be more work than the beautiful look provides.
Thank you very much! Definitely, I think a lot must be dust magnets. A bit like open shelving. You need to find that balance of style and practicality that works for you.
Great clear explanation! Thanks for the useful information! 🙏🏻
I think two color cabinets are really sexy and stylish in a kitchen. Thanks for sharing your thoughts & video👏🏾👍🏽
Why does RUclips only allow you to like videos once! Brilliant content as usual, thanks so much for the ideas and info 👌
Thanks so much! 😃
Watched many of your videos when renovating our kitchen last year! We went with Quartzite Taj Mahal on the surrounding counters and love it! Large veined black and cream granite on the island. Love walking in my kitchen everyday ♥️
Sounds amazing!! 🤩
Good to see you back :)
My kitchen is now being cooked in. 2 Things I would do differently. I might change them sooner rather than later... The backsplash in granite, all the way, not half up to the cabinets as it is now. The separation between te island and the rest of the living space, about 10-15cm shorter.
But damn, a Star Galaxy granite is gorgeous.
Thank you for the information and the way you deliver it.
My pleasure! I hope you enjoyed the video.
@@kitchinsider I did indeed.
Thank you for a great presentation covering what the homeowner considering re-design of a dated kitchen really needs to know. I love huge walls of windows but not possible in a 1970’s suburban ranch with open beam cathedral ceilings! 🥴 I am sooooo tired of stark white kitchens. Then bingo - soft natural neutrals with features of natural medium toned wood. I love this idea and it would be perfect for my kitchen looking out onto a large deck and semi-shaded mature garden. Just the advice I was looking for!
😊thank you, it's new , nice and practical. Is anybody concerned about the opened kitchen, with smell going everywhere? Or is it a new trend as well having a door to separate the kitchen from the living room?
In the US they have done it the last 30 years and they start to regret it. Designwise you have to use only one design. It is too loud for homeoffice. Thats why they re-invented the closed butler kitchen, where the work is done. Outside is for show.
Hi Michael.great to see you in 2024. Hope you will do another LIVE with @MTKDofficial soon.
Hi Helen! Thanks so much. I'm sure I'll be back chatting with Mark soon, they're always good fun!
hey brother good to see you i nearly built my kitchen last year was going for obvs dark blue grey white quartz clean, island etc. ran out of money and built a make shift kitchen out of stainless steel equipment from old cafes i had. huge stainless steel sink massive floor to ceiling stainless racks. loads of unfinished smashes to bits brick pillars and steel rsjs raw. people visit and like this kitchen is incred so cool berlin raw semi commercial look. i think i might use the vibe to build my actual kitchen later this year.
Thanks. I like it, lean into the industrial look! 👍
@@kitchinsider yes quite, im struggling with the design trying to transition the industrial in and alongside a normal kitchen. trying to find the right units to compliment etc. i was feeling using more texture and external fittings.
your videos are fantastic very helpfull. i do wish there were more stainless steel kitchens done right they look incred and are very clean very strong i tend to find its more a chef thing. I cant wait to build my kitchen ive waited a long time. keep up the vids its a great channel my man.
Just ordered Taj Mahal for my Kitchen in Switzerland 3 month ago
Hi Micheal ! You videos are so helpful and I was so pleased there is a new one as I have exhausted our other ones ! Could you do one on clearence around an island ? I have a conundrum about having a narrow clearance on the width of a kitchen island and haing a standard clearance along the length. Is 700mm on the narrow width too ridiculous ?!
Thanks so much! So is it a clearance of 700mm just on one side of the island? What is on that side (after the 700mm)? If it's a patio door and walkway not used very often you could probably get away with 700mm (although not ideal). If it's a wall, could you opt for a peninsula? If it's 'in' the kitchen and other cabinets, I'd say that's too tight.
thanks for this... I definitely take more stock in your opinions, style and "trends" than any other videos out there. I'm pitching quartzite backsplash with ledge about 10" high and all the way up behind the range. No uppers for sure. My hubs is ALMOST with me! ... do you have thoughts on the 10" high idea? too high? too low? thanks!
Thanks! Sounds great! I think 10" is good for an extra tall upstand, but I'd worry it might feel a touch low for a ledge, I think somewhere around 15" - 20" is nice. Just gives a bit more breathing space above the countertops. HOWEVER, it really depends on your height and what's most comfortable for you and what feels visually right for the height of the room. Are you having any wall lights/sconces as well? For reference, I'd say this one is closer to 20" - www.blakeslondon.com/nicholson
@@kitchinsider Thank you so much! so good to have that visual. Our ceiling height is also fairly high in the kitchen, and the wall where I was thinking for the ledge is almost the same as the one showing where the range is. Difference is that we have large windows on either side of the range hood with sconces above the windows... so yes, the ledge will not work. The backsplash will go up to the windows which starts about 10" from the counter and then straight up behind the hood. ... I feel like I can see it in my mind's eye much better now. Appreciate you!
I'm interested to see if the wood tones and earthy tones really take off. I'm not sure if people are ready to get rid of the white.
Well, I am anyway. I used to want everything very sleek and black and white. But now I'm leaning a lot more to wood tones (walnut looks amazing) and natural stone 👍🏻
love it!
Is it true that quartz has silicone which is a health issue?
where yah been for months!
Working on a few other projects. Excited to be back though!
Like the no upper cabinet look BUT aging people have a hard time bending way down to crawl into lower cabinets. A window over the sink is a must. Love the window backsplash but must have something pretty to look at while doing cleanup. No brick walls or neighbors.
I would definitely mske everything curved. I hit myself on sharp edges too often. 😑
Just found ur channel again. I sub but for some reason I was unsub...anyway...great show👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
I don't think that I would ever go with shelving for anything infrequently used. Too much needing to wash before use for me.
As for nothing on the walls, I am afraid that if my kitchen was ever big enough to do that, I would be considering reducing the size of the kitchen and using the space for something else, or elsewhere, as most UK homes are rather mean on space.
Receded finish has a great look, but a total dirt catcher 🤓
Textured cabinets wouldn’t be for me. Looks nice but definitely not practical. I can’t imagine how dirty they’ll get and how would you clean them? Not a good idea for someone who cooks.
Open shelving looks very cheap and unfinished
Sure does. And who wants to regularly clean dust and grease off those open shelves and their contents? Not me.
That bit about hiding every kitchen object and appliance behind cabinet doors, so that the kitchen doesn’t look “utilitarian”? Kitchens ARE utilitarian! There’s no reason they can’t also be beautiful, even if daily use things like the coffee maker, fridge, etc. are visible. Simply reducing unnecessary clutter should be enough.
I certainly hope that poor health wasn't the reason for your long absence from RUclips. I do read the articles at your website, but it's just not as satisfying as watching video.
Just too bad that natural stone is so expensive 😕🤷🏼♀️