In modern kitchen interiors, open shelves are an extremely popular trend the last decade, but few know that this concept is not something completely new. Historically, even old kitchens had open shelves, and some of the equipment was stored in a freestanding cabinet. However, since today’s kitchens do not have a place for the cabinet, it has been replaced by functional upper and lower cabinets, as well as the open shelves. Sometimes it is possible to create an interesting space from such a concept, but often these spaces are highly predictable and uninteresting.

Modern kitchens sometimes look more like built-in wardrobes than a picturesque place where we cook, have our morning coffee, dine, gather … Open shelves are definitely one of the solutions to revive them. When properly created, open shelves in the kitchen are given the dual role of décor and storage space. They make everything you use often at your fingertips, but at the same time give you a whole new look to everything you already own.

Some like modern trends and use this open shelving concept not only in kitchens, but elsewhere to highlight their favorite items, keep an eye on all the necessities, and present their collections in a creative way. Others simply admire the option of openness, but still have concerns about grease, dust, overcrowding on their surface. Are these justifiable concerns? They certainly are. Are this something that will ruin the trend of designing open shelves? Of course not.

Open/Closed concept

More and more kitchens are equipped with a combination of closed cabinets and open shelves. I always say: put on the shelves what you often take in your hands, which is not only useful but also pleasing to the eye: colored glass jars, pasta glassware, flour, breadcrumbs, rice, painted ceramics.

A window is not a barrier

Don’t let a window hinder your desire to have a large shelf along a wall. Here the shelf does not hinder the light too much, since the window opens at the back of the house and there are other openings able to guarantee the brightness of the space.

 

 

Floating Wood Shelves

A fantastic looking solution that gives the perception of more space. Incorporating the same wood tones as the cabinetry ties in a different element while keeping space coordinated.

Suspended Shelving

I often notice that if there is one style that unites minimalists and maximalists – and that is open shelving.