7 Simple Kitchen Designs To Try Out In 2024

Do you feel your kitchen looks dated? Do you miss that little zing in your favourite corner of the house? If you do, rest assured as there are a plethora of kitchen redesign and remodelling ideas that will set yours apart and be the talk of the town. Whether it’s the minimalist approach or the maximalist, the options are endless. Right from the cabinets, to sinks, to the wall and floor tiles, you can experiment with each and every aspect to create your dream kitchen.

Here are the top seven kitchen design ideas to try in 2024!

1. White Cabinetry and Countertops

You cannot go wrong with the colour white. White reflects natural light and makes any space look bigger. For a kitchen, white creates the illusion of a brighter, larger area and helps it look decluttered. An all-time classic, it is a minimalist’s dream to achieve the right balance between the décor and furniture when it comes to the colour white. Match the countertops to the cabinetry by using white granalt tiles. Tiles are a suitable choice for the kitchen as they are easy to clean and have low porosity, protecting surfaces from water damage. They can also handle heat and will last you for years, making them an extremely cost-efficient choice. This all-white colour scheme exudes an aura of modernity and sophistication. Add some plants and a few quirky accents, such as painted trays or statement drawer handles, to break the monotony.

2. Wooden Elements

Whether it is the Scandinavian aesthetic or just a country-style kitchen, wood plays a huge role in creating the same. Wood brings warmth and rusticity to any space. However, natural wood comes with some challenges, especially in a tropical country like India. To incorporate wooden elements into an Indian-style simple kitchen, the design needs to balance function and visual appeal. The most suitable solution is to use wooden tiles, which mimic the look of wood and are available in a range of options to suit the size, colour and pattern you want. From smooth, light maple tones to rugged, aged mahogany, these tiles are a one-step solution to transform your kitchen. For instance, the DGVT Rio Wood is, as the name suggests, a digitally glazed vitrified flooring tile with a matte finished surface. Durable in nature, the tile has a realistic wood look and can be looked to effortlessly enhance the look of your space

3. Pops Of Colour

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If you want to change the look of the kitchen without extensive remodelling, then consider adding a pop of colour to the backsplash area. This is an area of the kitchen which is immediately visible as soon as one enters, as well as while cooking or preparing a meal. Hence, target this area in your design to turn up the drama a notch. Just add backsplash tiles in a vivid colour, like turquoise or aqua blue, pastel pinks and greens, deep mahoganies or purples. Choose a shade that works well with the aesthetic of the rest of the kitchen, keeping in mind the wall paint/tiles, floors and the colour of the cabinets and countertops. You can add similar coloured accessories to further emphasise on the beauty of the colour.

Read more about backsplash tiles here.

4. Combination of Rustic and Mid-century

Although these two aesthetics may seem very different from one another, with a few simple touches they can be combined to form a one-of-a-kind kitchen. For the rustic feel, add wooden elements to the flooring with the help of wood look tiles, wooden cabinets and wooden beams on the ceiling. Wooden tiles work better than natural hardwood flooring owing to their minimal maintenance, low porosity and durability. Choose darker, more aged patterns to bring in some warmth and give your space a cosy, lived-in look. For your furniture, think in terms of sleek, straight lines. For example, ditch the usual chairs for bar stools on your breakfast counter. Hang some light fixtures made of metallic lines, which will contrast nicely with the wooden look. For the backsplash, choose tiles with a vintage design, and add some natural accents, such as leafy plants or cane or wicker trays. There you have it—your rustic and mid-century design kitchen at your service!

5. Sculptural Lighting Or Statement Lighting

If you wish to revamp your kitchen without going in for a complete overhaul, why not consider adding a piece of statement lighting? Sculptural lighting is nothing but light fixtures brought together in different sizes and shapes to give you an artsy look. When it comes to the kitchen, we often think of how to elevate the look of the tiles, furniture and cabinetry we use, but often opt for plain looking light fixtures. This is often a lost opportunity in creating a unique space as these days the options for lighting choices are endless. If done right, your statement lighting will end up being a focal point for your kitchen.

Click here to learn more about how to choose the right lights for your kitchen.

6. Crowd-seating Layout

We all know how important family is to every Indian. Large gatherings are common as Indians love to host one another – indulging our national obsession for good food. After all, many of us have fond childhood memories of visiting our grandparents’ home for the holidays, and sitting with our parents, siblings, cousins, uncles and aunts in front of a table laden with delicious food. This is why a larger seating pattern that can accommodate our large families (and appetites!) is a game-changer.

Most integrated kitchens and dining areas in modern flats offer seating for small groups, between two and eight people. Try and maximise this dining space by using benches instead of chairs, which can extend the seating. Even young couples appreciate this design idea since it allows them to host their friends or co-workers for parties and get-togethers. After two years of social distancing, let 2024 be the year for long, shared meals with friends and family!

7. Storage-First Design

While many homes come with a separate pantry to store your essential groceries, many modern flats are limited in terms of storage space. In that case, an easy way to upgrade your kitchen would be to incorporate and integrate storage seamlessly, in such a way that it flows into the overall aesthetic of the space. You can streamline the storage by using drawer dividers or cabinets that blend into the décor. You can even choose ones with invisible handles, so that once closed, they don’t even look like cabinets unless opened. Modular cabinets these days also have room for specific appliances, which would otherwise clutter the countertops. A storage-first solution blends functionality and design to create a kitchen that is sophisticated, convenient and easy to maintain.

A modern yet simple kitchen design may not be as difficult to achieve if you get the basics of each aspect of the room right. Be it the tiles, the backsplash, the flooring, the cabinetry, the appliances or even the lighting—getting the essence of the room right is of utmost importance. Get that in line and you have the modern Indian kitchen of your dreams!