Kitchen Cabinet Ideas

Shaker cabinets are the most popular kitchen cabinet style for the tenth year running. The five-piece recessed panel door is simple enough for modern kitchens yet detailed enough for traditional ones. Available at every price point, shaker works with any countertop and hardware combination.

Flat-panel cabinets with no frame or profile create the sleekest kitchen look. Handle-less designs with push-to-open mechanisms or integrated channel pulls keep surfaces completely clean. The minimalist front lets countertops and backsplashes take center stage.

Light wood cabinets in ash, birch, or white oak bring Scandinavian warmth without paint. The natural grain adds warmth and texture that white-painted cabinets lack. Paired with white countertops and simple bar pulls, light wood is the rising star in kitchen design.

White shaker cabinets paired with open wood shelving sections combine the storage of closed cabinets with the visual openness of shelves. Replacing a few upper cabinets with floating shelves breaks up the wall of white and allows you to display curated kitchen items.

Two-tone cabinets — typically lighter uppers and darker or colored lowers — add visual depth and interest. Navy lower cabinets with white uppers, or wood lowers with painted uppers, create a kitchen with more dimension than a single-color approach.

Replacing some or all upper cabinets with open metal shelving creates an industrial kitchen with professional character. The open access makes cooking more efficient, while the visual lightness prevents upper cabinets from making the kitchen feel heavy.

Walnut or teak flat-panel cabinets bring mid-century warmth with modern simplicity. The rich wood grain on a clean profile creates cabinets that feel both retro and current. Paired with white countertops and brass hardware, the look is unmistakably mid-century.

Raised panel cabinets with detailed profiles, crown molding, and decorative hardware create a formal, elegant kitchen. The classic American kitchen look adds architectural detail and perceived quality. Best in larger kitchens where the detail can be appreciated.

Glass-front upper cabinets — mullioned or frameless — add depth and display opportunity to the kitchen. They showcase curated dishes, glassware, or pottery while maintaining dust protection. The transparency prevents upper cabinets from feeling heavy.

Japandi cabinets combine flat panels in natural wood with integrated handle channels or push-to-open mechanisms. The absence of visible hardware and the beauty of natural grain create cabinetry that feels like furniture. The approach is minimal yet warm.