How The Kitchens Of The United States Have Evolved Over The Years

Published on 09/08/2022
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1985: Black, White, And Pastels

Patterned wallpaper was being removed by homeowners by the middle of the decade. Although patterned tiles remained popular, a new contemporary design style reduced kitchen colors to blacks, whites, and pastels. During this time, white cabinets with black ovens and microwaves became popular. Pastels were used to embellish furniture in large chunks that stood out against white and black. Cabinets and counters were now available in laminate. Residents like modest kitchens but did not want to clutter them with too much decor and design.

1985 Black, White, And Pastels

1985 Black, White, And Pastels

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1990s: Without Handles Granite Countertops And Pale Cabinets

Thank the ’90s if you have granite countertops in your kitchen. During this time, granite became popular. Instead of colours, blue, black, grey, green, and white countertops became the norm. Granite tops were also used on kitchen islands, with many of them imitating marble. Unlike the medium-hued woods of the 1950s and 1970s, lighter woods were introduced in the 1990s. To produce a streamlined appearance, pale wooden cabinets frequently lacked handles. White cabinets were also popular in the 1990s, but they gained popularity in the following decades.

1990s Granite Countertops And Pale Cabinets Without Handles

1990s Without Handles Granite Countertops And Pale Cabinets

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