Autumn is just around the corner, bringing with it a change in the way we live at home. This September we always refresh our spaces, and when it comes to rental apartments, it’s the perfect time to give the kitchen a new look. Below, we’ll show you what will set the trends for the coming months.
1. Warm and Natural Palettes
This September, soft tones take the spotlight. Beige, terracotta, and olive green bring a sense of calm and a timeless aesthetic. If you’d rather avoid major renovations, you can add small details such as wooden handles, linen textiles, or earth-coloured curtains. With these simple touches, you’ll create a cosier and more inviting space without making a big investment.
2. Open and Multifunctional Space
The open concept continues to set the trend. Even if major renovations aren’t always possible, there are simple solutions to visually connect the kitchen with the living or dining area. You can achieve this with indoor windows or open shelving. These ideas will help you visually expand the space and also invite people to enjoy the kitchen as a meeting place, something guests truly appreciate.
3. Lighting: The Main Feature
Warm, adjustable lighting can completely transform the feel of the kitchen. With autumn’s arrival, pendant lamps above the table and lights with indirect illumination are gaining ground, creating a space that feels both intimate and modern. Remember that good lighting is essential for cooking and for making tenants feel at home.
4. Discreet yet Efficient Appliances
Although it may not always seem so, design is fully compatible with sustainability. Appliances that combine energy efficiency with minimalist aesthetics are increasingly valued by tenants. This month, we’ll see how they are better integrated into the furniture—hidden behind doors or in compact versions—creating kitchens that are not only clean but also functional.
5. Textures to Inspire Warmth
The combination of natural textures is key to creating a cosy yet elegant kitchen. Wood, handcrafted tiles, and stone are materials we’ll be seeing more and more this September. With simple details such as changing the countertop or adding a wall with artisan-style tiles, you’ll make a real difference in how the kitchen is perceived.
6. Green and Sustainable Touches
Plants are the perfect element to bring freshness and a natural feel. Whether through an urban garden or pots of aromatic herbs, they add vitality and connect with the conscious lifestyle that more and more tenants are looking for. Plus, they don’t require big expenses and will help you enhance the kitchen’s aesthetics.
7. Small Changes that Make a Big Difference
Updating the kitchen doesn’t always require a major renovation. Sometimes, small touches like painting the cabinets in warm tones, adding a washable rug, or replacing the handles can completely transform the atmosphere. These details are what allow you to create a feeling of care and modernity.
8. Corners to Enjoy
Nowadays, the kitchen is much more than just a place to prepare meals: it has also become a space to work, chat, or relax. A small corner with high chairs and a bar, a round table, or a bench with cushions by the window can turn the kitchen into more than just a cooking area. With these details, you’ll make the kitchen feel like a warm and lively space.
This September, kitchens are reaffirmed as cosy and versatile spaces where functionality and aesthetics go hand in hand. For rental property owners, investing in the kitchen to inspire a sense of well-being is a sure way to increase its appeal and stand out from the competition.
If you are a property owner and would like to receive advice, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us. The Apartment Barcelona team will be happy to help you.
