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Kitchen Design Top Trends in 2008
Every year, new design trends take center stage. This year the focus has shifted to Green Design and Growing Older. Below is a list of the main design trends for 2008
1. Green Design- With the alarming rise in gas prices and building materials, eco-friendly products are now a stable of any kitchen design. The kitchen and bath industry is at the forefront of green design with the development of new technologies and products, such as bamboo and recycled materials including glass, plastics, paper, and metals.
2. Aging-in-Place- More and more manufacturers are catering to the aging "baby boomer" market. New products feature accessibility and ease of use to accommodate boomers through the years, while still offering stylish design.