The Dramatic Kitchen Countertop Trend That's Getting Even Bolder In 2025

A backsplash and a countertop — when you do these two things right, you will have a space you'll be proud of — one that sings. Chances are, all you want from a backsplash is that its style and color match the other elements in the kitchen, including the cabinets. But how about a countertop? First, you want it to be functional, to do the job it's supposed to do. That's why although a material like corian may be ok, you may want to rethink this option because it is a bit more prone to scratches. That said, besides being functional, you also want a stylish countertop. No one wants a material or design that looks embarrassingly outdated. Think of granite countertops with a shiny finish. The truth is, except for a few retro styles that have a way of returning with a bang, you'll want something sizzlingly modern and in fashion.

Looking at the fashion scene, several countertop styles will continue to hog attention in 2025. These include porcelain countertops (perhaps it's their marble effect), stainless steel, and natural stone. Talking of natural stone, dull colors have always had a size-able fanbase: beige, ivory, and even black. Put it down to easy sophistication. However, while you'll hardly go wrong with natural stone with muted colors, the real fashion bangers are those with dramatic colors. In terms of appearance, experts believe we will see natural stone countertops getting even bolder in 2025.

It's not always easy to predict how design trends will play out. If anything, interior design forecasting is not an exact science. Still, looking at what's gaining interest from homeowners, 2025 is likely to be the year of natural stone countertops with dramatic colors. From blue to green — even red — homeowners are increasingly preferring more cheery kitchen spaces. Experts may argue about underlying motivations; however, you'll agree that this color scheme works wonderfully to liven up personal space, especially by bringing a noticeable sense of aura.

And no problem if you can't get something that looks bright and works well. You don't have to stick with natural stone. Like many homeowners, you can opt for engineered stone. Alternatively, there are several ways to design your backsplash so it blends with your countertop and brings out the bright, cheerful appearance that's becoming trendy. For marbles or soapstones, the drama is likely to be in their creative vein patterns. Unlike other boilerplate designs, countertops with veins are unique in a cool, artsy way — and look conspicuously warm and elegant. The trick is to ensure the size of the veining doesn't overtake the style of your kitchen. Otherwise, the whole space may feel overwhelming.