Bigger, Better Kitchens: 2025 Kitchen Trends Homeowners Love

February 19, 20250

At Herring & Co. Renovation & Realty, we know that the kitchen is the heart of the home. And according to the 2025 U.S. Houzz Kitchen Trends Study, homeowners are going big—literally! More than a third (35%) are expanding their kitchens, transforming them into multifunctional spaces perfect for cooking, entertaining, and everyday living.

With many homes in built decades ago, today’s homeowners are knocking down walls, reconfiguring layouts, and maximizing space to fit modern lifestyles. Whether you’re thinking about building, remodeling, buying, or selling, staying on top of the latest kitchen trends can help increase both function and home value. Here’s what’s trending in kitchen design for 2025 with the 2025 Kitchen Remodel Trends Homeowners Love:

  1. The Trend: Bold Backsplashes

More homeowners are making a statement with full-height backsplashes, extending tile or slab material all the way up to cabinets or range hoods. The top choice? Tile (76%), followed by large-format slab backsplashes (24%) for a seamless look.

  1. The Trend: Classic Tile Choices

When it comes to backsplashes, rectangular tiles are still the go-to (68%), while shapes like hexagonal and diamond tiles are gaining popularity.

  1. The Trend: Traditional Style Makes a Comeback

While transitional kitchens still dominate (25%), traditional-style kitchens have jumped in popularity, now ranking second (14%), ahead of modern and contemporary designs.

  1. The Trend: Black Countertops Are on the Rise

White remains the top countertop color, but black countertops are making waves, especially for kitchen islands, where nearly one in five homeowners (18%) opt for this dramatic contrast.

  1. The Trend: Glass-Front Cabinets for Style & Function

Shaker-style cabinets are still #1 (61%), but glass-front cabinets are trending as accent pieces (36%), giving homeowners a stylish way to display glassware, décor, and cookbooks.

  1. The Trend: Resilient Flooring Options

More homeowners are choosing vinyl/resilient flooring (22%), followed by hardwood (21%) and ceramic or porcelain tile (20%). Hardwood, while still popular, has seen a slight decline in recent years.

  1. The Trend: Smart & Specialty Appliances

Tech-savvy homeowners are investing in smart ovens with features like phone control (39%), automated cooking (22%), and precise temperature settings (25%)—making meal prep easier than ever.

  1. The Trend: Must-Have Storage Solutions

Organization is key! The most popular kitchen storage upgrades include:

♻️ Pullout waste/recycling bins (67%)
🥘 Cookie sheet & tray organizers (59%)
♨️ Spice and microwave storage (43%)

Thinking About a Kitchen Remodel?

We hope the 2025 Kitchen Remodel Trends Homeowners Love article was helpful! Whether you’re looking to build, remodel, buy or sell a home in the greater Houston area, including Houston, Tomball, Cypress, Spring, Magnolia, Montgomery, The Woodlands or beyond, the Herring Home Team powered by Herring & Co Renovation & Realty is here to help. From custom home renovations & kitchen remodels to expert real estate services, we can guide you in making the most of your home investment.

🔨 Let’s bring your dream kitchen to life! See any 2025 Kitchen Remodel Trends you’d like to implement?  Contact us today to get started.  Learn more about our Custom Building and Remodeling Services.