Kitchen Trends 2025: Styling Your New Home In The North East

The kitchen has always been the heart of the home—that's one trend that won't be going out of style any time soon. And striking the perfect balance between beauty and functionality in the kitchen – ensuring it's a place filled with inspiration, convenience, and ample space for family time – remains a priority in 2025 (and beyond).

Your new home in the North East should be a reflection of you, and when buying a new-build, you have the opportunity to add a personal touch from the get-go. So if you're interested in knowing the top trends that are shaping kitchens this year, read on.

Earthy And Neutral Shades

The shift towards earthy tones continues in 2025, with colours like green, terracotta and muted clay taking centre stage. These hues create a calming atmosphere and pair beautifully with natural materials like wood and stone, offering a timeless and inviting kitchen space.

Lick Paint's Head of Interior Design told Ideal Home that moss green will be the 'in' shade this year – a rich, grounding tone that works well across cabinetry, walls, or even as a splashback statement. For homeowners looking to introduce this trend in a subtle way, consider pairing moss green lower cabinets with creamy upper cupboards for a warm, layered look.

A Seamless Indoor–Outdoor Flow

Bi-folding, sliding, or French doors are an excellent addition to an open-plan kitchen/diner, creating a seamless flow between indoor and outdoor spaces and allowing for an abundance of natural light – making the space feel brighter, bigger, and more inviting.

This design approach really comes into its own during the warmer months. With doors wide open, the kitchen can extend effortlessly into the garden, transforming it into a multifunctional zone perfect for alfresco dining and entertaining. Whether you're hosting a Summer BBQ, enjoying a quiet morning coffee in the sun, or simply watching the kids play outside while cooking, this indoor–outdoor connection creates a more flexible living experience.

Brass Hardware

Brass hardware is both timeless and versatile. Whether you've opted for neutrals or bold colours in your kitchen – or a mix of both – brass can be incredibly complimentary, adding warmth and elegance to the space. 

You can incorporate brass features through door pulls or knobs, taps, lighting, or accessories. 

Multifunctional Islands

Kitchen islands are evolving into versatile hubs, serving as prep areas, casual dining spaces, storage units, and social centres. 

In open-plan kitchen/diner and family areas in particular – the pinnacle of modern living – kitchen islands are excellent for creating a natural divide between cooking and living spaces, while still promoting socialisation.

Open Shelving

Open shelving adds a point of interest and is the perfect space to show off any beautiful, statement dishes, and glassware. It allows homeowners to inject personality into the kitchen, whether through curated collections of ceramics, colourful mugs, or neatly stacked cookbooks. 

As well as being decorative, open shelves are practical – keeping everyday essentials within easy reach and encouraging thoughtful organisation. 

As kitchens continue to evolve in 2025, the focus remains on creating spaces that are as practical as they are beautiful—spaces that reflect your personality, support your lifestyle, and bring people together. Whether it’s through earthy colour palettes, clever storage solutions, or blurring the lines between indoors and out, these trends are all about enhancing the way we live day to day.

At Homes by Carlton, we understand the importance of getting the details right from the start. That’s why our homes are designed with flexibility and thoughtful touches in mind—so you can craft a kitchen that truly works for you. Whether you're a keen cook, an entertainer, or just love a stylish yet functional family hub, there's never been a better time to bring your dream kitchen to life.