The Connection Bernards Ridge Edition Feb-Mar 2020

908.766.2006 www.trueleafkitchens.com 134 S. Finley Ave., Basking Ridge Truly transform the way you live SOMERSET GRAIN, FEED & SUPPLY MIXED BIRD SEED 50 LB. BAG WITH THIS COUPON Exp. 3/31/20 $ 2 00 OFF WHOLE OR CRACKED CORN 50 LB. BAG WITH THIS COUPON Exp. 3/31/20 $ 1 00 OFF ROCK SALT 50 LB. BAG WITH THIS COUPON Exp. 3/31/20 $ 1 00 OFF 74 Mine Brook Road • Route 202 • Bernardsville • 908-766-0204 somersetgrain.com Design trends for 2020 reflect a desire to con- nect with nature, to simplify our lives, and to have our home reflect our personal style. Today’s kitchens are moving away from farm- house style and towards a more European mix of elegant, unique and rustic elements. Cabinetry Clean, open islands and floating shelves create a wonderful feeling of space and sophistica- tion; this paired with a whole wall of floor to ceiling cabinetry, with minimal crown, can allow for ample storage. Contrast is very important and adds some excitement to your space – so try rustic, warm woods with clean, crisp white cabinets or dark base cabinets paired with light colored wall cabinets. Also, elegantly colored cabinetry in jewel tones, black, or moody shades of blue and grey could liven up your space. Countertops Quartz will continue to be the most popular choice due to its ease of maintenance and its gorgeous, marble-like appearance and increas- ing number of color options available. We are seeing more soapstone being used because it is also easy to take care of and it has a nice dark, low sheen finish which can be a nice, earthy contrast to white cabinetry. Walnut is a warm and eye-catching choice for an island top and, if sealed properly, can even be used with an undermount sink. Backsplash The backsplash is a perfect place to take some risk and add a pop of color or a unique design element to your space. Taking the backsplash material to the ceiling is key to the new open look of today’s kitchen and maximizing its effect. The biggest trend is continuing your stone slab countertop up the wall, the mar- bling design creating a really dramatic effect behind your open shelves and cooking area. Hardware and Fixtures Mixing metals, especially brushed brass, weathered iron and stainless are part of the whole eclectic, one-of-a-kind space you are creating. No need to match metal finishes, it’s a lot more interesting not to. Also, a really unique light fixture that you fell in love with would really help you express your style. Appliances Appliances are available in all colors of the rain- bow now; can you imagine your range in your favorite color, maybe a pretty French blue, as a striking focal point and great pop of color for your kitchen? Also, hoods can be a show-stop- per, so do an interesting shaped metal or plas- ter design instead of a wood mantel-style hood. You will need an experienced designer to nav- igate all the new trends, so call Trueleaf Kitchens at (908) 766-2006. Visit our show- room located at 134 S. Finley Ave. in down- town Basking Ridge or check out our idea gallery at www.trueleafkitchens.com. 2020 KITCHEN DESIGN TRENDS home & design PAGE 22 theconnectionsnj.com