“These days, homeowners gravitate toward minimalistic kitchens that feel light, clean, and open. This is why dark espresso cabinets, once a go-to choice for adding a luxurious touch to a kitchen space, are now losing their appeal and going out of style in 2026. Deep brown-to-black cabinetry can work against a clean, modern aesthetic, potentially overwhelming a room and making it appear smaller, darker, or even cave-like. In addition, they’re not the best way to make the most of a small kitchen for those reasons.”
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“Is your home cursed with a cramped cooking space? Stricken by a small scullery? You’re not alone. In fact, kitchens remain America’s top renovation priorities, according to 2024 research from Houzz. If you rent or don’t have it in your budget to embark on a kitchen makeover this year (the average project cost $24,000 in 2023—a 20 percent jump from the prior year, according to Houzz’s data), you’ll invariably deal with the usual frustrations that come with a small kitchen—limited counter space, a postage stamp-sized oven, and scant storage.”
“The ’90s are back, baby! This time, though, the decade’s design styles are having a resurgence in the kitchen. Interior designers are excited about all of the ways in which cabinets are getting refreshed with the help of classic ’90s tones. Whether you’re craving an all-wood look or are interested in spicing things up with paint, here are three ’90s-inspired cabinet styles that experts are loving for 2026.”
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“It’s been the unquestionable “it” color for nearly a decade. Until suddenly, it wasn’t.
