Kitchen Trends: Dark Decadence

Adding extravagance to the industrial, the dark decadence trend combines rich, dramatic shades with luxurious metallics and smooth matte finishes for a contemporary statement finish.

Dark Decadence

As you probably know from customer requests, interest in dark coloured cabinetry is at an all-time high, so be prepared for this trend to last the long haul.
Here are some of our top product picks for the Dark Decadence trend:

Hampstead Ultragloss doors

Let’s start with one of the main focal points of any kitchen; the cabinet doors. Framing the kitchen, the cabinet doors play one of the leading roles in determining a kitchen style, whilst also providing flexiblity; they can be either complemented by finishes in the same family, or contrasted against.

With an 18mm MDF core, this high-quality slab door has an acrylic overlay to the front and edge, completing the mirror finish of the door.

Statement texture
If your customer is opting for a cabinet door that requires handles, a whole new avenue for finishing touches is opened. The new Graf knob proudly boasts a texture that is a statement in itself. The mesh-like finish on this bold cylindrical knob offers a modern, industrial finish whilst also providing the perfect grip. The brushed dark brass and matt black finishes are our recommendations for the dark decadence trend. The Graf is also available in polished chrome, stainless steel effect and brushed brass.

Combine with copper

When it comes to worktops, the dark decadence trend allows your design creativity to flourish. Marble finish worktops, like the Minerva Calcutta, can provide a smooth contrast against more industrial design elements. However, our worktop pick for this trend is this copper worktop, which creates contrast and brings warmth to a dark space. Copper is also naturally anti-bacterial and anti-microbial, making it ideal for family living.

Lava grey luxury

The stunning lava grey finish available on Vauth Sagel wirework is perfect for homeowners who want to continue the dark finishes inside the cabinetry too. All Vauth Sagel storage solutions are covered by the Vauth Sagel 10 year warranty***, so you can rest assured they are built to last. The quality of these products, and their easy installation, makes them a favourite for both designer and installer. For the dark decadence trend, we’re going to focus on the beautiful Planero lava grey baskets, available across a range of Vauth Sagel’s kitchen storage solutions.

The planero baskets offer a continuous finish of luxurious lava grey, showcased perfectly by the Vauth Sagel Tal Gate Larder unit. This swing out unit maximises vertical storage, with centre mounted, height adjustable baskets, which can be easily opened to reveal the entire cabinet contents; guaranteeing easy access for the user.

For under cabinet storage, the Cornerstone Maxx pull out shelving unit is equally as stylish and offers a floating design with power assisted movement and bases that can be pulled out individually without obstruction to adjacent cabinets. The Cornerstone Maxx offers tool-free assembly and even after installation, the large area shelves can be adjusted in height.

Sleek greys are also making their way into kitchen organisation. The stylish Envi drawer from Vauth Sagel sits on its waste bin system, creating usable space while also adding to the overall finish.

Opulent organisation

Drawers have had the dark decadent treatment too and this is represented perfectly by the anthracite finish on our range of Matrix drawer systems. The soft close full extension runner at the heart of the Matrix system guarantees elegant movement and smooth operation for the user. The easy-to-install drawers all come covered by the Häfele Lifetime Guarantee so you can have confidence in the quality of every single drawer box.