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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 shelving can add luxury and a sense of space to your kitchen. Consider contrasting materials like timber or metal to complement your aesthetic, with floating shelves for a sleek look or brackets for an industrial vibe.
Create dedicated zones like a coffee bar or liquor cabinet to showcase items. Utilise awkward spaces with corner shelving or integrate storage into your kitchen island. For a budget-friendly update, explore simple DIY options or remove existing cabinet doors.
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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