Kitchen Design Ideas for 2027

We’re expecting warmer materials and more thought given to how the room works day to day. Pantries, carefully planned drawers and comfortable places to sit all have a part to play, alongside earthy colour palettes and the natural grain of timber.

These ideas offer plenty of scope for making a kitchen feel your own. You might pair our fronts with IKEA, Howdens or DIY Kitchens cabinets, introduce a bespoke larder, or work with us on a completely bespoke HUSK kitchen.

Here are some kitchen design trends we expect to see more of in 2027, with practical ways to bring them into your plans.

We expect pantry and larder storage to remain a priority in 2027, with greater attention to what happens behind the doors. A well-planned larder can bring everyday ingredients together and make it easier to see what you have before the next food shop.

You don’t need a separate room to make it work. A pantry cupboard within the main kitchen can provide useful storage without taking space away from cooking or dining.

Why it works: Grouping food in one accessible place makes meal preparation easier and helps keep worktops clear.

How to use it:

• Plan shelves around the ingredients and containers you actually use
• Consider internal drawers for larger items
• Position the larder within easy reach of your preparation area, allowing room to open doors comfortably

HUSK features to explore: Our Bespoke Larders and Larder Tops can be incorporated as add-ons into a kitchen using third-party cabinets. The Redland Kitchen shows how an IKEA-based design can combine a tailored larder with custom storage.

The inside of the kitchen deserves as much attention as the fronts. For 2027, we expect more emphasis on storage that responds to the way you cook, with smaller internal drawers sitting behind larger drawer fronts for a simple exterior.

Why it works: Shallow drawers help organise utensils and smaller items, while deeper drawers give cookware a more accessible home.

How to use it:

• Keep everyday utensils close to where you prepare food.
• Discuss internal drawers, cutlery trays and integrated bins early, as options depend on your chosen cabinetry.

HUSK features to explore: Our team can help you explore internal storage options for your kitchen. HUSK Cabinetry offers further flexibility where standard cabinet configurations don’t meet your needs.

Built-in seating is one of our predictions for a more sociable kitchen in 2027. A banquette is a fixed bench arranged around a table, often along a wall or in a corner. It can create a comfortable dining spot within the wider kitchen.

Why it works: A bench can make good use of a wall and give people somewhere to settle while cooking carries on nearby.

How to use it:

• Choose the table and seating together so there is enough legroom.
• Consider storage beneath the bench where access allows.
• Leave a clear route between the dining area and the working kitchen.

HUSK inspiration: Our Workshop Showroom kitchen pairs Smoked Oak Timber Veneer IKEA bench seating with V-Groove backrests. If built-in seating is on your wish list, speak to our team about a solution for your space.

We expect islands to feel more connected to the furniture around them. Timber finishes, carefully chosen handles and a shelf for favourite cookbooks can help an island sit comfortably within an open-plan room.

Why it works: An island that relates to the dining and living areas helps the whole room feel connected.

How to use it:

• Check how the room works when drawers, appliances and chairs are in use.
• Consider a timber finish that relates to nearby furniture.
• Place seating where guests can chat without blocking preparation space.

HUSK features to explore: Bespoke shelving or a low-run bookcase can add a personal detail to your plans. Our Plan & Design services can help bring these elements together with your third-party cabinetry.

Natural wood looks set to remain an important part of kitchen design in 2027. Alongside lighter oak and white tint ash, we expect deeper walnut tones to appeal to those looking for a warmer room.

Timber veneer uses a thin layer of real wood over a stable core. It brings the grain of natural timber to kitchen fronts, with variation that gives each scheme its own character.

Why it works: Wood introduces texture into a simple kitchen layout

How to use it:

• Use walnut on tall cabinetry for a rich backdrop, or introduce it to one part of the kitchen
• Pair timber with a smooth matt finish for variation
• Compare samples with your floor and worktop before choosing the combination

HUSK finishes we’d recommend: Walnut, Natural Oak and Smoked Oak Timber Veneer. Explore The Walnut Kitchen for inspiration.

For kitchen colours in 2027, we expect earthy pinks and softened greens to sit alongside deeper shades of aubergine and maroon. Plaster pink, muted olive and warm beige provide a gentle backdrop, while these richer tones bring depth to the room.

Pink-beige shades, sometimes called “peige”, is also appearing in wider interiors forecasts.

Aubergine has a purple-brown depth, while maroon leans towards a deep, warm red. Both can work alongside walnut or oak, whether introduced FENIX or HUSK x Ro Projects collections.

Why it works: Muted colours keep the room gentle, while deeper accents add warmth and give the palette a little more weight.

How to use it:

• Pair aubergine with walnut and plaster pink, or try maroon alongside oak and warm beige.
• Look for colours with compatible undertones rather than matching everything exactly.
• Introduce a deeper shade through walls, tiles or textiles if you prefer to keep your kitchen fronts lighter.

Test samples in daylight and under your evening lighting.

HUSK finishes to explore: The HUSK x Ro Projects Painted Crown Ash collection, alongside the warm neutrals in our FENIX® and HPL ranges. Painted ash offers colour with the timber grain still subtly visible.

A kitchen renovation is a chance to think carefully about what would make everyday life easier. Start with the layout and your storage needs, then explore the colours and finishes you’re drawn to. A trend can be a useful starting point, but the best choice is one you’ll enjoy living with.

With HUSK, you can combine our kitchen fronts with IKEA, Howdens or DIY Kitchens cabinets, adding bespoke features where they make a difference. For projects that need more flexibility, our Bespoke pathway offers a complete kitchen designed and made by our team in Bristol.

Planning a kitchen for 2027? Book a free Discovery Meeting or Request a Quote. We’d love to hear what you have in mind.