Looking for a recipe to update your kitchen with minimal expense? All it takes is a few simple swaps to incorporate some of today’s hottest design trends and give the heart of your home a refreshing boost.
“Among the trends forecasters are reporting for kitchen design in 2025 are Earthy Elegance, Sensuous Dark and Industrial Chic themes, and RONA has put together collections of product offerings that correspond to each of these trends to make it easy and affordable for Canadians to modernize their decor,” said Lydia Thammavong, Head Design, Styles & Trends at RONA, explaining that kitchen renos top customers’ wish lists.
Earthy Elegance
Aligning with the quiet luxury trend, an elegant yet understated nature-inspired aesthetic is surfacing in kitchens, focused on creating serene and luxurious spaces. Stone veining and marble surfaces, Zeilige tiles, and brushed metallics are complemented by the warmth of walnut and wood accents, and a neutral palette of soft beige and cream tones. Curved shapes, textured materials, muted organic elements, shaker-style coloured cabinets – in cream, white, green and greige – and minimalist lighting contribute to a harmonious, calming atmosphere.
Dainolite Dayana 4-Light Horizontal White Opal Glass Pendant – Aged Brass, $298
Canarm 1-Pack Adalie 16-in Matte Black Transitional Semi-flush Mount Light, $189.99
Belanger Laminates Quartz Finish Moulded Laminate Counter – 10-ft x 25.5-in – Ora Profile, $259.99
HomeTrend Palmer Grey Counter Height (22 to 26 in) 2 Upholstered Bar Stool Set, $199
Sensuous Dark
Inspired by trends in hospitality, this chic theme brings a lavish, moody and cozy feel to kitchen design. Glazed lava-stone tiles, dark brown and black-stained woods, dark metallic and dark stone highlight this elegant trend, infusing spaces with texture and sensorial interest. Shaker cabinets in deep colours, metallic foil touches and bronze accents add richness and interest, enveloping kitchens in modernity and warmth.
Pfister Ceylon Single-Handle Matte Black Kitchen Faucet with Pull Down Spray Head, $289.99
Style Selections Porcelain Mosaic Wall Tile – 12-in x 12-in – Black, $149.99/box
Whitfield Lighting Jane 6-Light Black Modern/Contemporary Chandelier, $231
Ancona 30-in Convertible Black Wall-Mounted Range Hood, $439
Industrial Chic
Materials and components commonly found in commercial kitchens and industrial settings are being reinvented for the luxury residential market. Think an infusion of stainless steel, giving the appearance of a minimalist and functional space, yet tweaked to radiate a trendy sense of style and elegance. Stainless steel cabinets, backsplash and accessories combine with warm touches like stone, lime wash paints, brushed metals in chrome, black and grey, and soft hues to deliver modern kitchens that are seeped with personality.
Whitfield Lighting Roselee 4-Light Stainless Steel Industrial Chandelier, $300
SpeedTiles Hex II Silver 30-in x 30-in Brushed Metal Peel and Stick Range Backsplash Mosaic Tile, $93.99
Monument SPC 7-in x 48-in x 5.5-mm Oak Grey Vinyl Flooring – 21.51-sq.ft. , $4.69/sq. ft.
Kraus Bolden 18-in Stainless Steel Single Handle Pull-Down Kitchen Faucet, $342
Kitchen Essentials
Bosch 800 Series Fully Automatic Espresso Machine , $2,199
Elevate your coffee experience with the Bosch 800 Series Fully Automatic Espresso Machine, winner of Good Housekeeping’s 2024 Coffee and Tea category. Discover a wide range of international coffee specialties, all at the touch of a button, thanks to the intuitive Active Select Display and integrated milk solution. The Aroma Max System ensures every cup captures the full flavor of your favorite beans. With the Home Connect® app, you can brew remotely, explore new coffee recipes, and even create a Coffee Playlist to prepare multiple drinks in a row.
Our Place Large Wonder Oven, $295
The Large Wonder Oven is a 6-in-1 toxin-free air fryer and toaster oven which makes magic happen with the simple turn of a dial. With 3 spacious racks, it does everything, from ultra-crispy air frying, to serious roasting, to rejuvenating steam infusion for the family.
ZWILLING EnfinigyGlass Programable Electric Kettle, $250
This beautiful, durable borosilicate glass kettle is a powerful 1850-watts and offers a generous maximum capacity of 1.7 liters. It features precise temperature control, 6 pre-set temperature programs, a 30-minute keep-warm function and a handy tea steeping timer.
Le Creuset Bread Oven in Chambray, $390
The Le Creuset Bread Oven takes home baking to the next level of flavour and beauty. Crafted from our legendary cast iron for superior heat distribution, this purpose-built design is crafted to produce bakery-quality results.
Our Place Espresso Home Cook Duo, $295
The Espresso Home Cook Duo is the collaboration of Our Place with AD100 celebrity interior designer, Brigette Romanek. It exudes a livable luxe aesthetic that will redefine sophistication in your own home. Beyond its aesthetics, the cookware is made with Thermakind™, Our Place’s exclusive toxin-free nonstick coating, ensuring peak performance without harmful Forever Chemicals. This collection does it all—searing, baking, frying—making it as versatile as it is glamorous.
ZWILLING Minimale (matted)24 Piece Flatware Set rose gold PVD coated, $249.99
Everything you need for a lovingly laid table – and more! The cutlery from the Minimale series impresses with its minimalistic and rustic simple look with rounded handle ends.
