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How to style open shelving in your kitchen
Far from exposing clutter, open shelving in the kitchen can deliver a taste of luxury to suit all aesthetics.
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Open kitchen shelving can add space and luxury to your home. Contrast materials like timber or metal to complement your decor, using floating shelves for a sleek look or brackets for an industrial vibe.
Create dedicated zones like a coffee bar or use corner shelving to maximise tricky spaces. You can also add shelves to a kitchen island for easy access. For a simple update, consider affordable DIY options or remove existing cabinet doors for a fresh, open look.
Contrast your open shelving
Floating shelving in a kitchen by Carmen Hubber from Hub Design. Image: John Williams
Create a coffee bar or open liquor cabinet
Corner open shelving in the kitchen
Contemporary open shelving by Celia Visser Design. Image: John Williams
Kitchen island with open shelves
DIY open shelving in the kitchen
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