2023 Design Trends

With the new year upon us, the Julia Zettler Design team is refreshed from the holidays and ready to tackle new projects in 2023. With every new year, the question we receive most often from clients is “What are most people doing for (countertops, cabinets, flooring, you name it!) these days?”

Over the last several years we’ve seen spaces trend from farmhouse to minimalist scandinavian, and it seems that the maximalist, cozy 90s are all the rage this year. From saturated colors and moody rooms to more traditional furniture silhouettes, 2023 is ushering in the “Grandpa’s Country Club” aesthetic. Our Broomfield based design team loves to stay on top of the trends, but our goal when designing your home is to focus on layout, function and finishes that you will love for years to come.

Natural Wood Tones

While a classic white kitchen will never be out of style, we envision a lot more warm wood kitchens this year. We’ve seen a return to warm wood tones and more natural finishes and we’ll see even more of it in 2023. From light, natural woods, to deep, rich wood stains, we expect to see a lot more brown in 2023!


Natural Stone

We’re big fans of quartz here at Julia Zettler Design for its easy living qualities, but we predict we’ll be seeing more natural stones installed this year than in years past. The natural movement of quartzite, soapstone, marble and granite is appealing to that earthier vibe so many clients are after, and we’re here for it! Natural stone comes with its upkeep, and your designer is happy to talk you through the pros and cons of natural countertops.

Deep, Saturated Colors

Be it dark blue, moody green, bright raspberry or rich burgundy, color is back in a big way in 2023. This can be bold, like custom paint on your cabinets, or as simple as adding a color you’re drawn to right now into your space in pillows, the dutch oven on your stovetop, and other decor.

We’re excited for all the design to come in 2023. If you’re considering a remodel, we’d love to talk to you about what we’re seeing, where we think the trends are heading, and how you can create a space you’ll love for years to come, even as trends come and go!