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Homes & Gardens
Molly Malsom

7 Traditional Kitchen Features Making a Comeback in 2026 – And Why Designers Are Excited For Their Return

A warm white kitchen with a wood island, brass hardware, and wooden flooring.

The fully built-in kitchen is falling out of favor, with freestanding elements becoming all the more sought after. And in many ways, we are taking so much inspiration from kitchens of the past and adapting them to suit modern-day kitchens.

Because of this, a few features associated with a traditional kitchen are making a comeback. We aren't talking about dated details, but rather elements of a cooking space that function well today, but bring a more charming, lived-in feel to kitchens.

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