A pronorm kitchen in boho style with a distinctive veneer front and a large island with an extension table.

Designs, mate­ri­als & ideas redefin­ing the home

The kitchen has long been more than a functional space. In 2026, it becomes a reflection of how we want to live: calmer, more conscious, more sensorial. It is both a place of retreat and connection – a space for conversation, togetherness and quiet moments. A room that does not need to impress to leave an impression, but resonates because it feels right.

Kitchen trends for 2026 follow exactly this mindset. They are shaped by wellbeing, warmth and depth. By materials you can feel, colours that create a sense of comfort, and forms that convey calm. At the same time, a new clarity emerges: technology becomes quieter, design more precise, planning more holistic. Kitchen, living and life continue to merge.

Trend 1 – Soft forms & organ­ic design

Kitchen island by pronorm with a rounded kitchen island in Angora grey and a vertically grooved front in oak Angora grey, modern kitchen design with induction hob and bar area
Detail view of a pronorm kitchen in oak Angora grey. Rounded front with vertical grooved structure for modern, high-quality kitchen design with a natural wood look.

Gen­tle shapes as an answer to a new way of living.

Rounded radii, organic forms and flowing transitions define kitchen design in 2026. Kitchen islands appear as standalone pieces of furniture, side panels are softly curved, wall designs follow a calm, natural language of form.

These soft contours are more than an aesthetic trend. They create a sense of ease, warmth and humanity – especially in open-plan layouts where kitchen and living areas flow into one another.

Modern handleless designer kitchen by pronorm in Angora grey and oak Angora grey – elegant combination of natural wood décor and matte lacquer surface for contemporary kitchen design 2026.

pronorm develops this design language with architectural consistency. New side panel solutions elegantly frame islands, cabinets and shelving, while gentle curves and clearly guided lines unite precision with emotion. The result is kitchens that are not perceived as objects, but as an integral part of the living architecture.

Dis­cov­er kitchens with curved side panels

Trend 2 – Warm colour palettes & sen­so­r­i­al matt finishes

Colour becomes a feeling.

By 2026, kitchen design will noticeably open up to new, expressive style worlds. Warm, calm tones such as wool white, sand, greige, terra, soft violet hues and deep browns with red or orange undertones define the new palette. They create atmosphere without dominating the space.

Modern wall cabinets by pronorm in wool white in front of wood-textured wall cladding with an open shelf niche and floating board for decorative kitchen planning with a homely character.

High-quality matt surfaces play a central role. They diffuse light gently and lend kitchens a calm, deep and contemporary presence. pronorm translates this trend into harmonious, timeless colour worlds. Wool white feels soft without losing clarity.

Shades such as old rose or velvet add deliberate accents that bring warmth and character. Combined with modern oak veneers or dark woods, these colour combinations create an elegant, sensorial and enduring effect.

Kitchen design by pronorm with wall cabinets in alt rose matte lacquer, dark wooden rear panel and integrated LED lighting above a black sink with designer tap for a modern, stylish kitchen presentation.
Dis­cov­er colour worlds 2026 

Trend 3 – Mate­ri­als with depth

When sur­faces become tangible.

In 2026, materials tell stories. Texture, structure and tactility move into focus. Perfect smoothness steps back, making room for surfaces with character – visible, tangible and authentic.

Wood reveals its grain again, from light oak to dark walnut. Stone looks such as travertine, terrazzo or refined natural stone reproductions bring calm and grounding. Glass becomes matt, tinted or subtly translucent. Metals range from warm brass to stainless steel and dark accents.

Detail view of a pronorm kitchen front in organic pearl with a dark stone-look worktop – modern, handleless kitchen design with an elegant combination of materials.

pronorm focuses on materials that not only look refined, but feel right. Organic Glass as a front material impresses with soft mattness and architectural elegance.

Veneer fronts with woven textures, fine ribbing or elaborate fan structures create depth and a rich surface experience. Colours such as buffalo mocha combine contemporary colour trends with a distinctive tactile quality.

Detailed view of a pronorm kitchen front in amber with a vertically structured surface in a dark wood look and a gold-coloured handle rail for exclusive kitchen design with character.
Boho Natur kitchen front by pronorm with a vertically structured veneer surface in a light wood look and an integrated gold handle recess for a natural and modern kitchen design.
Detail view of a pronorm kitchen island in Angora grey with vertical ribbed look and matte lacquer surface – high-quality design with artisanal texture and natural character.
Buffalo Mocha kitchen front by pronorm with a leather-like structure in a warm brown tone and a matte surface – stylish front design for modern open-plan kitchens with character.
Dis­cov­er mate­r­i­al diversity

Trend 4 – The kitchen as a liv­ing space

Boho kitchen by pronorm with kitchen island and extension table, handleless design in wool white, natural wood look, open shelves and a homely character.
Modern pink kitchen by pronorm with kitchen island and extension table, matte lacquered fronts, elegant pendant lights and a homely design.

Con­nec­tion, close­ness and new openness.

The boundaries between kitchen and living continue to dissolve. In 2026, the kitchen is deliberately planned as a social space. Kitchen islands become the centre of daily life, attached tables extend the living area, open shelving adds lightness, and lighting creates atmosphere.

The kitchen is no longer a place you leave – it is where you stay.

Open-plan kitchen in industrial style with Boho fronts, spacious kitchen island with seating and modern planning by pronorm.

pronorm responds to this shift with planning solutions that encourage interaction. Open elements allow spaces to flow seamlessly into one another, creating a sense of home. Features such as integrated wine coolers or bar areas become part of the living environment.

Inspi­ra­tion for open liv­ing concepts

Trend 5 – Invis­i­ble tech­nol­o­gy & intu­itive design

Less to see. More to feel.

In 2026, technology is not staged – it is integrated. Appliances disappear behind fronts, functions reveal themselves only when needed. Visual calm and intuitive comfort define the design approach.

Detail view of flip doors in a modern Velvet kitchen, matte lacquered fronts, illuminated shelf compartments and clean lines by pronorm.

pronorm develops solutions that support everyday life without dominating the space. Flipdoors that glide upwards create clear work surfaces.

Thoughtfully designed storage, such as pull-out shelf systems, and intelligent lighting concepts provide clarity and atmosphere. Technology becomes a quiet companion.

Kitchen with pull-out shelf base for kitchen appliances, comfortable access, well-thought-out storage solution by pronorm.
Tech­nol­o­gy that steps back

Trend 6 – Inte­ri­or aes­thet­ics & mod­u­lar organisation

The kitchen is designed from the inside out.

In 2026, a new mindset takes centre stage: planning begins with the interior. It focuses on people, their routines and the way they want to live. Design grows from this foundation. Storage becomes individual, modular and visibly refined. Order is no longer a compromise, but a design feature.

proTech X drawer by pronorm with glass side panels, high-quality storage space, precise guidance and modern kitchen design
proTech X drawer by pronorm with wooden cutlery insert, structured interior organisation and high-quality storage space in the kitchen

With proTech X, pronorm sets new standards in interior aesthetics. Slim lines, smooth motion and high-quality materials turn the interior into a conscious design choice. With proTech X pure and proTech X WoodBox – both also available in Maxi versions – as well as proTech X glassCase and flexible organisation systems, storage adapts to life, not the other way around.

Trend 7 – Style worlds 2026

Greater diver­si­ty in kitchen planning.

2026 is a year of design diversity. Anything that feels right is allowed. pronorm shows how individual, timeless concepts with architectural clarity emerge from established style worlds. Three style directions stand out.

Japandi-style kitchen with kitchen island, natural materials, calm colour palette and minimalist design by pronorm.

Japan­di

Calm colours, matt surfaces and natural materials.

Mod­ern coun­try style

Reduced framed fronts with a clear and architectural interpretation.

Country-style kitchen by pronorm with classic framed fronts, a light colour palette, kitchen island and timeless homeliness
Modern kitchen by pronorm in black with a spacious kitchen island, seating and an elegant stone-look worktop.

Emo­tion­al minimalism

Fewer elements, greater depth and more feeling.

Con­clu­sion – Kitchens 2026 are spaces that resonate.

Kitchen trends 2026 represent a new attitude. Spaces that offer calm, enable closeness and express personality. Materials become more sensorial, colours warmer, forms softer. Technology steps back to give life room to unfold.

The 2026 innovations from pronorm translate these trends into real living environments – with a clear focus on designing from the inside out. With solutions that quietly support daily life and endure. And with a mindset that places people at the centre.

Every plan begins with one question: How do you want to live?

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