Great Ideas for Your Modern Kitchen Cabinets

The kitchen is becoming more than just an area where you cook daily meals. More frequently you will see that a kitchen is a design sense, a canvas to recreate and express yourself. One of the most popular themes you will find when it comes to cabinets is the modern look. It’s stylish, opens up for great conversation, and can help increase your resell value of the home. Here are some great ideas when it comes to finding just the right ideas to suit your taste and lifestyle.

Lighting – The ever growing popularity of cabinet lighting is sweeping the nation. It’s not only eye appealing, but functional as well. I’m sure we’ve all had those nights where we wake up thirsty, only to either end up having to search through the darkness for a glass or turn on a bright light. Now you won’t have to! There are many different options to have custom lighting installed right into the cabinet so each time you open the door / drawer a light will turn on. There are even ones which are light sensitive; which means they will only function in the dark – thus, saving you money on electricity! Others you may find to be battery operated.
Glossy – High gloss laminates or paint over a cabinet is very catchy. It adds a fresh clean look to any kitchen and is easy to maintain and keep clean. They are a great choice for those who love a splash of color in the room as many stores will offer these in a variety of choices. It is also a very simple and cost efficient choice to resurface and repaint your existing cabinets. Most home improvement stores will have a section for cabinet paints.

Color Clash – Matching isn’t always the “in” thing to do. Having contrasting color schemes in your kitchen adds an appealing modern appeal. For example; if you were to have a black dining table, you may want to try out apple red cabinets.

Accents are a must! – If your cabinets are going to have handles or knobs, ensure they fit the modern scheme. Stainless steel or brushed aluminum is a top choice for many. The silver appearance is very attractive against most modern cabinets. Most lean towards having handles over a knob as they can come off with an old fashion feel.

Windows – A large trend in modern cabinets is to have windows in the actual cabinet. This allows you to see directly into each cupboard. I advise all who choose this to keep your dishes stacked nicely inside! There is no point to being able to see into the cabinets if you’re looking at a mess. By having open viewing in them it also adds an eye illusion of a larger area. This is a great idea especially for those with smaller kitchens.

Your cabinets no longer need to be a bland and plain chunk of wood on the wall. With all of the options and designs on the market you can truly create a masterpiece in the kitchen. For extra tips and tricks there are also great television shows such as those on DIY and HGTV. Have the kitchen you’ve always dreamed of!