What style of kitchen cabinets will best complement your architecture?
Kitchen cabinets, whether standard or custom, are available in a variety of styles to fit any budget. The most expensive part of your kitchen cabinets, and the part that will also have the biggest style impact, are the doors. To find the ideal kitchen cabinet doors, it is important to be respectful of the architecture of your home and enhance its character by embracing the design of the building.
Flat
The doors of the flat cabinets are very simple and lack any detail. They are so versatile because they come in a wide range of materials, coatings, and textures. Flat doors will best complement a modern home, or a home where minimalism and simplicity are a design theme that runs through décor and furnishings. For an ultra-modern look, opt for a high-gloss finish and pair it with luxurious countertops like granite, quartz, or Corian. Flat doors can also work in older homes where the style is modern and sleek. Get this look by pairing modern flat doors with more quaint design features like wood countertops and aged tile floor coverings.
vibrating screen
The shaker door, named after the shaker style of furniture, is the most popular style of kitchen cabinet door. It is the most cost effective and can work with various styles of architecture and interior design. Shaker doors will suit both contemporary and traditional homes. The swing door itself doesn’t make much of a design statement, but it’s a nice neutral base for a kitchen around which you can build your style.
bead board
Beadboard doors give the appearance of multiple vertical panels within the door frame. They are a great look for beach houses or will complement older structures looking for a cozier, more relaxed feel. Beadboard can also work great in smaller spaces, like apartments, because they instantly make a kitchen feel more homey and wanted.
Beadboard doors look very fresh when white, but they also look great when painted a color. Stick to pastel shades to stay in line with homey design.
Afflicted
Distressed doors come in many variations, from a very light worn edge to a heavily aged look. Choosing distressed doors for your kitchen cabinets will make a big impact and set the stage for the rest of your kitchen design. They will work best with architecturally older homes and will work particularly well with exposed beams or exposed brick walls. To make sure you don’t go overboard with the worn-in look, choose simple countertops and backsplashes. Distressed cabinets are very stylish but can make a space feel busy, so they are best used in larger or open-concept spaces.
Hardware
When considering your kitchen cabinets, you’ll also need to think about what hardware will work best for your home’s style. Industrial-look handles can work great in modern loft apartments, while a more modern look can be achieved using stainless steel hardware in clean, simple lines. For older homes, look for distressed stainless steel or even black hardware for a coastal or country vibe.
