cabinetry

Kitchen Cabinet Trends: What’s Hot Right Now

February 5, 2021 by iccfloors Leave a Comment

Kitchen and bath remodeling activity in Indianapolis is top of mind because many of our clients are spending almost all of their time in their homes. Many homeowners in Indianapolis are making decisions to improve the quality of their kitchens, baths, and other rooms in their homes to respond to the paradigm shift in the way they want and need their homes to function and perform.

The big trends we see include upgrading of kitchen cabinetry that occurs with almost every kitchen remodel. Our experience is indicative of national trends found by Houzz.com which reflect that 94% of kitchen remodels include cabinet upgrades. The need and desire for improved and enhanced storage are driving kitchen cabinet upgrades simply because homeowners in Indianapolis are spending more time in their kitchens preparing meals, eating, cleaning up, working, schooling, and performing numerous other tasks. They simply need their kitchens to function and perform much better without necessarily having to increase the size of the kitchen.

Storage Upgrades

Not surprisingly, we are seeing greater demand for storage solutions and pantries that include walk-in, free-standing, pull-out, built-in, and wall pantries among others. Many homeowners in Indianapolis are pleasantly shocked when we show them how they can create pantry space in their new kitchens without having to change the size or footprint.

Enclosed Area

Another trend is a movement toward enclosed kitchens versus open floor plans that flow into other rooms in the home. Houzz’s national trend survey found that open-concept floor plans fell 10% from 2018 to 2020. With children schooling from home and parents working from home, having enclosed spaces that provide privacy and soundproofing are features that many homeowners in Indianapolis find extremely attractive.

Popular Choices

White shaker cabinets continue to be the most popular choices for homeowners in Indianapolis. Neutral tone cabinets, countertops, and wall coverings are most popular in our region. Gray, white and beige wall coverings are the most popular colors. However, there are many homeowners who favor a splash of color in their new kitchens. Blue and green tones are particularly popular for walls, countertops, backsplashes, and even appliances. Black stainless appliances continue to gain in popularity as they off provide a wonderful contrast to white cabinets. Many of our clients also are selecting different cabinet colors for their islands that complement their cabinets, countertops, backsplashes. Blue and gray are among the more popular contrasting colors.

What trends will work best for your new dream kitchen or bath? Give us a call or make an appointment to visit one of our showrooms either in-person or virtually. We look forward to working with you!

Must-Have Cabinet Colors

July 30, 2020 by Shannon Vogel Leave a Comment

Kitchen cabinets are the face of the kitchen. They tie together the design and represent current trends through architecture, fixtures, and color. Color can be an essential aspect of design. The colors we choose for our home can embody our style and personality. The following colors are versatile and will work in nearly any home. Let us take a look!

Must-Have Kitchen Cabinet Colors:

Pastel Colors. If you are looking for a subtle pop of color, pastels are a beautiful choice. They are light and whispy for a refreshing take on classic colors. For a stylish and fresh kitchen, be sure to incorporate your favorite pastels.
Mint. Mint has become a popular appliance color over the past couple of years, but the color does not stop there. Mint can be incorporated into your kitchen through your cabinetry. Mix your mint with some neutral tones, and you will have a breathtaking design in no time.
Light Gray. If you love neutrals, light gray cabinetry is definitely for you. It provides a unique twist on standard neutral cabinetry by adding a cool hue. We love light gray because it works well with nearly every design.
Deep Blue. This color gives us some serious nautical vibes, and we are obsessed. Deep blue is not for the frail at heart. This color can be one of the boldest of the bunch, and we love its drama. Recently, design experts have been incorporating orange into the kitchen’s design. Since orange is the complementary color to blue, the room is well balanced and beautiful.
White. A traditional, classic color that never goes out of style is white. White cabinetry is a beautiful and timeless option for homeowners. If you are looking for a color that will always stay relevant, white is for you!
Black. Black is large and in-charge. With black, you can create clean lines and elegance inside your kitchen. The color can be incorporated into a modern kitchen for a bold look.
Sage. Recently, sage green has begun to win over the hearts of many homeowners. The color is soft and easily blends into the kitchen’s design.
Charcoal. If you are looking for a darker version of gray, charcoal is here for you. Charcoal is a neutral, middle-ground between white and black. You can use charcoal for a bold and beautiful look.
Eggshell. If white is a little too bright for you, eggshell may be a perfect choice. This off-white color is ideal for homeowners looking for a clean, pristine design in their kitchen.
Taupe. Taupe is a gray color with a tint of brown. We love this color because it takes neutrals to the next level. Try this color in your kitchen for a breath-taking design.

What is your favorite kitchen cabinet color? Let us know below in the comment section. Looking for inspiration? Check out the cabinet section of our website or contact us today for help from one of our helpful sales associates. If you aren’t ready to come in, get started with our Virtual Design Experience! We look forward to serving you.

Cabinet Accessories You Didn’t Know You Couldn’t Live Without

July 24, 2020 by iccfloors Leave a Comment

Whether your style is traditional, modern, or somewhere in between, when it comes to cabinets, most people don’t think about cabinet accessories. Most homeowners just think of cabinets as something you have to own to store your dishes and the only accessory options are hardware and different door styles. However, there is so much more to cabinetry! In fact, let’s take a look at some must-have cabinet accessories!

Corner Cabinets

Using a corner cabinet allows you to pick up valuable space that otherwise could go unused. This can also be an opportunity to select a door with glass to showcase serving dishes or decorative glassware. The corner of your kitchen can become a point of interest rather than a necessity.

Vanity Accessories

Often bathrooms are small spaces that need to store a lot of items! Consider using open spacing in your vanity to display rolled up towels and decor pieces. You can even unleash your inner designer and add furniture features like decorative legs or feet for your vanity.

Things to think about and ask yourself before planning for new cabinets help ensure that your cabinetry plan includes solutions that will make your life easier!

Questions to Ask Yourself:

Would your makeup or toiletries stay more organized with pull out sliding shelves?
Would a trash can or hamper, included as part of your cabinet plan, make your space feel more streamlined and organized?
Do you sit down to put on your make up where space for a chair with a vanity knee drawer would make getting ready something you could enjoy?
Would a matching framed mirror make your space feel more design-inspired?

For the Organizers

Imagine cooking in a kitchen where some of the common frustrations are solved with a little planning. Imagine all of your spices displayed and organized in a spice drawer. Imagine a cabinet designed for trays and cookie sheets so that they stay divided and upright. Imagine a trash can that opens with a gentle press from your foot for use when your hands are full. Envision all of your knives lined up with dividers to keep the blades safe. If you’re a cooking enthusiast, we’ve got the accessories to celebrate your kitchen skills as well as your kitchen tools!

Active Living

Tell us about your needs and let us find solutions to help with your lifestyle. Sharing your lifestyle with us can help us suggest solutions like raised cabinets and appliances like dishwashers for people with back issues. Whether you need something raised or lowered, our master planners can help!

Pet-Friendly Features

If you love your pets but don’t love the clutter that comes with their accessories, we’ve got toe kick drawers for storage and open bases for bowls and pet beds. Having these items stored in line with your cabinets prevents trip hazards as well as these items taking up valuable space for other items you want to see and focus on showcasing!

Decorative Designs

Do you have a love for dishes and glassware? Show them off with end displays or upper cabinet doors have decorative glass. If you don’t have a collection you want to show off, choose decorative designed doors to give your kitchen a designer look and feel.

At ICC Floors Plus, we are proud to carry Wellborn and Shrock cabinetry. Schrock is a semi-custom line known for its designer-inspired colors, intelligent storage, and style. Wellborn has cabinetry and storage solutions to help you maximize your total home living space.

Our on-staff designers are here to help make your cabinet dreams a reality. Please click to see our work or to schedule a cabinet design consultation. We look forward to working with you!

What’s Trending in Kitchen Cabinetry?

October 19, 2019 by iccfloors Leave a Comment

The wonderful thing about cabinetry is that it is not solely meant for storage. Whether it is the kitchen or bathroom, cabinets add a stylish element that can complete an entire design. And while cabinets are needed for storage purposes, the overall design of your kitchen and bathroom can rest on your cabinetry decision. Today, we are going to focus on five trends in kitchen cabinetry. These trends range from simplistic to daring, so be sure to keep reading and let us know below which style was your favorite.

Open Cabinetry

Last year, we saw a significant focus on open shelving in design. This year we see more of a shift to the entire cabinet being open. While insanely beautiful and sleek, this style of cabinetry may not be ideal for everyone. In fact, if you do not want your dishes out on display every day, you may already be opting out of this idea in your head. That being said, you can incorporate this look on one or two cabinets in your kitchen. In those two cabinets, you could put decorative utensils, spice jars, and mugs (items you use less frequently).

Modern Wood Cabinetry

Kitchens with light wood grain cabinets used to be a trend of the past. In fact, we have not seen a lot of these types of cabinets since the ’90s. That being said, all-wood cabinetry has made its way back into the game with Modern homes. The sleek, neutral look has become a fan favorite for households that focus on clean lines and simplicity.

Minimalistic Cabinetry

Since a lot of homeowners have recently shifted their lifestyles to minimalism, it only seems fitting that their kitchen cabinetry would follow the same rules. As a current trend, we see a lot of homeowners using sleek, minimalistic cabinetry. These cabinets have little features that “define” them, which makes them minimalistic. We love this sleek and chic look for kitchens that want to add a wow-factor in another area of the kitchen.

Two-Tone Cabinetry

You may be familiar with the popular two-tone cabinetry trend. This alluring and beautiful look instantly creates a statement piece in any kitchen. It uses two different colored cabinets in one kitchen design for a flawless finished look. The key to mastering this trend is to find colors that complement one another without overpowering or taking away from the other color.

Matte Cabinetry

Our last trend is matte-finished cabinetry. While high-gloss cabinetry is all the rage in Modern designs, we still absolutely love the look of a matte finish. Matte cabinetry provides a soft take on a classic look. It blends seamlessly into any kitchen design and is incredibly beautiful.

At ICC Home, we work hard to provide high-quality products at a reasonable price, and that includes beautiful cabinetry. Be sure to stop in today to view our cabinet selection, and let us help you create your dream kitchen.