In summer residences, the kitchen goes beyond its usual role to become the true heart of the home. Here, peaceful breakfasts are enjoyed, meals are spontaneously prepared for large groups, and conversations extend long after meals amidst laughter, confidences, and cool drinks. With this concept in mind, BANNI introduces the trends that will define perfect kitchens for this season: spacious and bright environments, open designs, practical features, and a distinct touch of sophistication.
1. Open kitchens that invite gathering: The idea of a closed kitchen is becoming outdated. In summer homes, where sharing is key, kitchens open to the living room or dining room allow for fluid conversation while cooking or serving. BANNI opts for barrier-free designs with central islands or peninsulas that connect spaces and foster interaction. “An open kitchen is an invitation to come together, to make cooking part of the plan, not a solitary task,” explain BANNI’s creative team.
2. Materials that convey coolness and naturalness: Light woods, marbles with soft veins, sand tones, warm whites, and details in natural stone—summer enters through the materials. BANNI’s kitchens for these summer residences combine finishes that evoke calmness, freshness, and connection with the surroundings, without sacrificing durability or ease of cleaning.
3. Natural light and fluid distribution: Summer kitchens must breathe. Large windows, sliding doors opening to the garden or porch, and layouts that enhance free circulation are essential in BANNI’s new proposals. “A well-lit kitchen not only improves the daily experience but also naturally and elegantly connects the indoors and outdoors,” says Carlos Toledano, president of the company.
4. Spaces prepared to host effortlessly: Summer kitchens are made to welcome many. BANNI designs solutions with ample storage capacity, integrated units, and state-of-the-art appliances hidden behind flawless fronts. All to ensure the space is always ready to host without losing its impeccable aesthetics.
5. Total personalization, also in the vacation home: Every family has a lifestyle, and BANNI knows it. Therefore, each kitchen is custom designed: from the materials to the layout, including accessories, lighting systems, or specific storage needs for second homes.
