If you’re in the process of planning out your dream kitchen yet are stewing over your kitchen cabinet design, interior pros are here to help. Whether you have a modern kitchen and crave a minimalist look or find that you desire a kitchen with rustic elements, here are plenty of kitchen cabinet ideas for everyone.
Note that selecting cabinetry shouldn’t be an afterthought, as it truly impacts the state of your overall home. “I view cabinetry much like I do furniture, except that cabinetry packs a much bigger punch,” states Erika Jayne Chaudhuri of Erika Jayne Design + Build. “A simple chair can set the tone for the entire room, while kitchen cabinetry can set the tone for the entire house,” the Washington, DC, designer adds. “The choice of details, finish, and door style will be the driving force for the space.”
If you’re not sure how to determine the type of cabinetry that’s right for you, first consider your home’s architecture, advises Melanie Gowen of Melanie Gowen Design in Nantucket, Massachusetts. “Keep in mind ceiling height, room shape, and any period details that are important to either assimilate or contrast,” she encourages. Meanwhile, ensure that you also remain true to your individual preferences throughout the design process. “When considering finishes, hardware, and door style, make selections that will add depth to the design, and detail in a way that feels natural and true to personal taste,” urges Doniphan Moore of Doniphan Moore Interiors in Dallas.
What is the most popular kitchen cabinet style?
While kitchen cabinet ideas run the gamut, today’s kitchens often feature Shaker cabinets. The style “feels at home in both historic homes and new builds,” explains Sarah Lederman of Sarah Lederman Interiors in New York. Anna Popov of Interiors by Popov in Bellevue, Washington, agrees, noting that she has seen the thin Shaker door style appear more and more often. “This style fits perfectly into a midcentury interior,” Popov says.
What is the current trend for kitchen cabinets?
“It's clear that white kitchens are out and painted cabinets are in,” says Lederman. “In the past year alone, we have installed a sunny yellow kitchen, a moody navy kitchen, and a mossy green kitchen for color loving clients.” As you plan out your kitchen design, you may wish to opt for some color when selecting your kitchen cabinetry.
Additionally, textural intrigue is having a moment as well. Popov says that she loves to use ribbed or fluted wood doors for current kitchen cabinet projects. “These cabinet doors, when used sparingly, can add a significant impact and unique perspective to the overall design of the kitchen,” she continues. To integrate this style into your kitchen design, Popov recommends using this application on appliance fronts, tall pantry doors, and island back panels.
Today’s kitchens also lack upper cabinets. “We are constantly designing more kitchens with less upper cabinets and more open shelves,” explains Jeff Andrews of Jeff Andrews Design in Los Angeles. “The goal is maximizing storage with a less conventional approach. This opens up wall space for art and personal collections that make a kitchen more unique.”