Kitchen Design Trends - Winter 2008

Here's what's hot this winter:

• Combining three cabinetry colors instead of two: white/brown/blue or green

• Built-in banquets and window seats.

• Apron front ("farmers") sinks clay, stainless steel and copper.

• Retro appliances.

• Quartz, recycled glass countertop material vs. granite.

• Mismatched furniture-like pieces vs. streamline built-in cabinetry.

• Integrated appliances (refrigerator, dishwasher, compacter covered with panels).

• Black cabinetry.

• Rustic, stone or brick backsplash and range surrounds.