Trends in Kitchen and Bath Products Narragansett RI

The Great Escape

These five hot trends in kitchen and bathroom products can help you sell big in the new era of home as sanctuary.

By Katy Tomasulo

Trend 5: Splash of Colour

Even with the popularity of stainless steel in the kitchen and simple designs throughout the bathroom, buyers are still looking to make a bold statement, even if only by creating a small focal point in the room. It's no longer tacky to add a splash of colour with a bold blue refrigerator, a wild set of taps, or an ornate pedestal sink. For now, the trend is mostly showing up in higher-end homes. But as trends trickle down, don't be surprised to find yourself installing a bright red oven in an otherwise neutral kitchen.

Photo: Courtesy KitchenAid

True blue: Part of the company's Architect Series, this flush-to-cabinet waste disposal unit offers a 1.4-cubic-foot capacity, a 4-to-1 compaction ratio, and special sound insulation. In addition to stainless steel, the company offers a range of coloured door panel options. KitchenAid. 800-422-1230. www.kitchenaid.com .

Photo: Courtesy Moen

Appealing accents: The company has expanded its Asceri collection to include a range of unique trim accents, including Map, Hawaii, and Watercolour. The taps utilize M-Pact, a common valve system that allows trims to be changed without altering the tap plumbing. The Safari design is shown here. Moen. 800-289-6636. www.moen.com .

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