2020 has been an interesting year, to say the least, and within the vastly changing world we’re living in, from lockdown to lockdown, one thing has been certain, DIY at home has been at the forefront of people’s minds. Property Reporter stated that 38% of Brits undertook a DIY project during lockdown, with 17% saying they were planning to do DIY or some form of renovations soon.
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Covid-19 is going to continue changing our lives, and when it comes to the heart of our home, we can be sure that the way we buy, store, prepare and cook our food is going to change too – for the better.
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We’ve moved to online shopping, and with restaurants closed, many of us have turned to spend more time in the kitchen, whether that’s the famous Lockdown Banana Bread craze, or using up our staples and leftovers due to lack of online shopping slots.
 
We’re spending more time at home and naturally, we want to make our safe space an attractive environment that is inspiring and calming and beautiful and light and airy. We’ve become more frugal and choosing fewer wasteful options, focusing on longevity rather than quick and cheap alternatives. So, what does this mean for our kitchens?

Natural, long-lasting materials are in

During lockdown, we craved nature and outdoor spaces – what better than bringing that indoors through natural materials such as ceramic and glass for that openness that is polished, practical and beautiful. We want less fast fashion-like consumption and more beautiful craftsmanship – standing the test of time and a true investment – we want less stuff but for it to last longer and to fit in with this new world we’re facing. Our living spaces have to be more, to do more, to last longer.