Three words: spacious, streamlined and white

If you’re thinking of remodeling, the theme for today’s high-end luxury kitchens can be summed up in three words: spacious, streamlined and white. And if you have your heart set on an outdoor kitchen, add green—as in environmental friendliness. “White and soft grey are the most fashionably hot colors this year,” says Lauren Fiske of TriplePoint Design Build. “The timeliness and simplicity make these colors very popular with our clients.” As for outdoor designs,
sustainable materials and other “earth-friendly practices” are a must, says Diana Matlack of Dynamic Outdoor Spaces. What is it about the white-and-grey combo that appeals to homeowners? “It creates a stable base for the rest of the color palette of backsplash tile, countertops, and the hardware,” says Fiske. She points to a patterned mosaic backsplash tile as a great way to introduce color, or the addition of glass tiles to set the stage for a contemporary twist.