According to Richard Davis, vice president and director of design at Remodeling Consultants, the design creates a more modern space that feels open and airy. 'Open shelves are sleeker and less bulky than other above-countertop wall cabinets. We first see things at eye-level, so this design element can be impactful and dramatic,' he says.
Matthew O'Grady, director at Thomas Matthew Kitchens & Furniture, says the design trend is an answer to the monochromatic minimalism we've seen everywhere: 'In a way, it's part of a maximalist (or anti-minimalist) counter trend where people are seeking to add more character to their living spaces.'
While there are plenty of pros, if you're ready to toss your cabinet doors, consider a few important caveats regarding open shelving first. For starters, and speaking for myself at least, not everything in your kitchen cabinets is worthy of being on constant display.
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