When some people hear the word trend, they immediately think of the concept ‘here today and gone tomorrow,’ but this isn’t always the case. When you think of trends as they relate to your kitchen remodel in Kansas City, you should think of them as a way to embrace something new while making it your own, so it isn’t something you want to phase out.
So if you’re considering a kitchen remodel and want to embrace a few key trends but are unsure where to look, you’ve come to the right place. Today, the Dusty Rhodes Homes team has shared a few popular 2025 kitchen remodeling trends that will help make or keep your kitchen a place where you want to spend time.
Overland Park custom homes and houses in the surrounding areas can have outdated kitchens if you don't embrace choosing a custom builder to create your dream kitchen from scratch.
If you're looking into Overland Park luxury living, Dusty Rhodes Homes could help you through the custom home construction process. However, if you're looking to remodel solely, we're the right team, too. We understand luxury home market trends and know exactly what high-end home features to recommend.
Plaster range hoods might not match every kitchen aesthetic or be a look everyone wants to emulate, but they are seeing added interest in 2025. This is because plain metal range hoods aren’t seeing as much love as they used to. And we kind of agree, considering they can be a little cold and medical-looking.
Nowadays, people want a range hood that is more organic-looking, and plaster is quickly becoming the go-to. In addition, more people are leaning toward warm whites when it comes to range hoods since they are a great alternative to stark whites, especially when it comes to plaster materials.
We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again: bold backsplashes are here to stay in 2025. We know that the generic backsplash materials and colors look good and do afford a timeless appeal, especially when it comes to subway tiles, but they can… lack creativity.
This has led to many homeowners choosing bolder materials and vibrant colors to add creativity where they can. We’re talking large-scale patterns, textured tiles, and beautifully colorful hues.
Plus, designers – like us – are straying from the norm when it comes to backsplash height. Homeowners are taking risks and extending their backsplash height all the way up to the ceiling to add interest and make a strong visual statement and a dynamic space.
The minimalist in you will love the integrated appliance trend that Kansas City homeowners are currently loving. This trend is all about built-in appliances that blend seamlessly with the cabinetry in your kitchen to avoid bulky appearances and promote a streamlined look.
Unlike standalone appliances that don’t always go with your kitchen aesthetic, integrated appliances like dishwashers, refrigerators, and even range hoods are designed to match the cabinetry and be ‘hidden.’
Besides giving your kitchen remodel a sleek and minimalistic look, it also helps you maximize space, making it the perfect trend to embrace for those with smaller kitchens.
No one wants a cluttered space, especially in the kitchen, where things need to be organized and less chaotic. In 2025, we’ve seen an added interest in stress-free layouts, so it seems more homeowners want thoughtfully designed minimalist layouts during a remodel.
At Dusty Rhodes Homes, we can help adapt your current layout to better reflect this trend if it will make your life easier and more comfortable. Our team will redesign your kitchen layout to reflect things like appliances and cabinets with push-to-open technology, floor-to-ceiling cabinetry, easy-to-clean quartz or marble countertops, lots of pantry space, and grout-free floors.
With us, minimalist design won’t mean boring but natural, clean, clutter-free, and unequivocally yours in style and need.
When are natural materials ever not a trend with kitchen remodels? In 2025, more Kansas City homeowners are embracing the natural world inside their homes with stunning natural materials like wooden countertops, stone and marble finishes, and limestone backsplashes.
These materials are best used together, so if you plan to use marble on your countertops, use a similar stone or contrasting natural material for the backsplash. It will help create a cohesive and earthy aesthetic that doesn’t clash while adding warmth and a stylish touch.
Yes, you read that right, and no, it isn’t what you’re thinking. Floating countertops are seeing a rise in interest in 2025, but when we say ‘floating countertops,’ we don’t actually mean they are floating. We’re actually talking about extending your countertop material upwards to create a beautiful backsplash.
Quite a few homeowners find that extending their quartzite or marble countertops to their backsplashes extends the life of their kitchen because it offers a timeless and clean look. However, this can be an expensive trend to embrace. So, if you’re unsure if you like the look or not, speak with your remodeler, like Dusty Rhodes Homes. We can help you conceptualize the look so that you can determine if it’s truly what you want.
If you’ve got it, why not flaunt it? Coffee makers deserve to be on full display in your home, so what better way to show them off than to create a coffee bar in your kitchen? Coffee bars have become all the rage in 2025, especially when they are designed cleverly to also serve as smoothie stations and wet bars. When built properly, they even have plenty of storage space for glassware and other knick-knacks you want to keep safe.
Not every national trend works here in KC, and that’s okay. We remodel homes that range from historic two-story to newer open-plan builds, and each one has different bones. Our team knows how to adapt the latest ideas into layouts that make sense locally, whether you live in Brookside, Leawood, or Liberty.
Sometimes, that means restoring the original character. Sometimes, it means embracing bolder color schemes, nifty coffee bar integrations, or even opening up tight spaces to let the light in. But it always means building a kitchen that fits your home and your day-to-day life.
We’ve been remodeling kitchens in Kansas City for years and learned a few things along the way. First, no two projects are the same. Second, communication is everything. And third, quality matters more than flash.
Our process is built around collaboration. We take the time to understand what’s working in your current kitchen, what’s not, and what you’d love to see. Then, we create a plan that fits your needs, timeline, and budget with no surprises.
We don’t push trends for the sake of trends. We guide you toward smart, stylish updates that will serve your home for years to come. We can also help with building a custom home in Overland Park neighborhoods or anywhere else if remodeling isn't enough. So, contact us here to see how we can help you or to learn about The Sanctuary luxury homes or Wildhorse custom homes.