The Heart of the Household | Kitchen Design Trends with Monogram and Eggersmann

In the 1920s, most kitchens were bare, with wall-mounted two-leg sinks, freestanding gas ranges and freestanding cabinetry (refrigerators were introduced in the 1930s). The milestone for this room was that electricity and indoor water systems were becoming the norm.

Kitchen design became a trend in the 1940s, with features such as laminate countertops and rounded appliances becoming popular. Perhaps the most ICONIC era in kitchen design is the Mid-Century Modern aesthetic that dominated the 1950s and early ’60s. Kitchens in these design-forward homes preferred a bright pastel color palette, metal appliances and checkered flooring.

Fast-forward to the 1990s and 2000s when dark-stained wood, granite countertops and the overall Tuscan kitchen theme were in high demand. Kitchen islands also began to gain popularity.

Today, kitchen design trends have pointed towards the optimization of functionality while minimizing clutter and “noise.” Hidden compartments that emerge from the countertops, and paneling is being incorporated to maintain a sleek aesthetic without losing storage space.

Brent Hugus, showroom owner of Eggersmann Scottsdale, shares his thoughts on the growing trends in kitchens. “It all comes down to efficiency. Your kitchen should be easy to navigate and make you happy when working in it,” he says. Minimalist kitchens offer convenient storage, with a designated place for everything. You want your kitchen to work for you, not vice versa.”

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Eggersmann is known for hiding standard features and optimizing space with innovative kitchen island technology. “We offer a sliding countertop mechanism that you can use to hide your sink or cooktop,” Hugus explains. “The countertop can move in any direction you want, so you can have it slide off either side of your island or cantilever over the seating area.”

As a fourth-generation luxury kitchen design company, Eggersmann continues to revolutionize modern kitchen design. It is celebrated by its clients for its flexibility in designing and producing bespoke cabinetry solutions, from turnstile pantries to integrated lighting to cantilevered islands.

A kitchen is only as good as the appliances that fill it. Functionality has become a key factor influencing a person’s kitchen experience. Reliable and savvy appliances can be game changers. With innovative technology from smart appliances, operating within your kitchen has never been easier.

Monogram Luxury Appliances is an industry pioneer aiming to redefine the world of luxury appliances. Dan Huggins, Monogram Luxury Appliances’ sales manager for Arizona, Las Vegas and New Mexico, says that Monogram was built on the foundation of functionality.

“When Monogram Luxury Appliances was founded 20 years ago, it started with ranges and refrigerators. While they weren’t the prettiest, they were functional,” Huggins says. “Now, we offer a wide array of appliances that focus more on aesthetics, utilizing stainless steel and brass in our statement collections. We have come a long way in terms of looks and technology. We’re focused on thoughtful engineering.”

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Smart appliances and products are making a massive impact on our everyday lives according to Huggins. This cutting-edge technology is now making its way into kitchen appliances as well. Many products, like dishwashers and ranges, now have smartphone apps that allow homeowners to control the essential functions of their appliances.

“We use a smart HQ app with ours,” Huggins notes. “It can monitor your appliances, so if you want to start your dishwasher from your bed, you can do so. You also have the ability to preheat your ovens.” Another standout feature of the app is its recipe function. “You can take a picture of practically anything, and the app will auto-generate three or four different recipes based on what you took a photo of.”

With the minimalism trend rising, Monogram Luxury Appliances is getting creative with integrating this style preference into its products. The five-in-one oven, for example, is equipped with the functionality of a convection oven, toaster oven, warming/proofing oven, precision cook oven and microwave. “It’s a very consumer-friendly appliance to use,” Huggins notes. “It doesn’t clutter up the kitchen with appliances. The five-in-one-oven is a fantastic product to use when speaking about simplifying people’s lives.”

Kitchen innovation and design have come a long way. As people continue to prioritize convenience, sustainability and functionality, there is no telling what’s next in innovation.