Kitchen Design Ideas for Multi-Family Living

According to a customer research study commissioned by Formica Group, home buyer expectations for apartment living include luxuries like gourmet kitchens and walk-in closets, with the kitchen remaining the biggest selling point. 

Apartment kitchen design trends

The new generation of people renting are either moving out of their parents' home or leaving their roommates behind to venture out on their own, according to Diane Mosher, Editor-in-Chief of Multi Family News. These renters are more sophisticated and are searching for high-end interior finishes.

Value, durability and style

Laminate and solid surface countertops are popular choices for multi-family living due to their value, durability and multitude of patterns, designs and colors. These materials are not only used in the units, but in clubhouses, staff areas and other public spaces like corridors, common rooms and elevator cabs.

The designers’ choice

Designers traditionally selected warm and soothing colors of taupe, brown, rust and gold for apartment interior design. However, the new renter nation gravitates towards more modern patterns and cooler colors, often mixed with white. 180fx^® by Formica Group is used in areas that need impact and a visual statement.

Interior design inspiration

Here are some of the top kitchen surfacing options from Formica Group for today's multi-family market:

Formica^® Laminate
180fx^®
Everform^® Solid Surface