One question that will come up early when renovating your kitchen is which style of door best fits your space. It’s a key design consideration, as each style can dramatically change the look of your kitchen from classic to modern, or trendy to traditional.
Storage needs aside, cabinet doors will be the first thing you or a guest notice when walking into your kitchen. There are no right or wrong answers when choosing the best cabinet door style for your renovation, but knowing your options will leave you with the satisfaction of choosing the right aesthetic for you.
Shaker Style
Shaker style cabinets have a 4-piece frame and one recessed center flat panel. This particular design was first created over 200 years ago by the Shakers, who were known for their extremely skilled craftsmanship.
Shaker cabinets have a very simple design, characterized by prominent straight lines, squared edges and sensible proportions. They are durable and practical, and while may seem counterintuitive, the “old fashioned” Shaker style works just as well in a modern kitchen as a traditional one. Their clean lines and minimalism are popular in current interior designs. The classic yet angular look never goes out of style.
Slab
While the Shaker style cabinets can be used for more contemporary applications, slab panels are truly a modern design. They originated in Scandinavia and have been increasing in popularity and presence in the U.S. in recent years.
The completely flat panel boasts clean, straight lines that give your cabinets a sleek look. While slab panels look exceptional on their own, decorative knobs and pulls can also elevate the look if you choose to add them to the mix. The best feature when it comes to slab panels is how easy they are to clean since there is no paneling like Shaker or raised panel styles.
Raised Panel
Raised panel doors are more frequently used in traditional designs. Similar in design to Shaker style doors, raised panel doors consist of a 4-piece frame with a raised center panel.
If you’re looking to create a traditional feel in a newer house, or complement the architecture of an older house that you’re renovating, a raised panel will give your space a more formal look. Raised panel cabinets are typically constructed using solid woods and different finishing materials, so they will be your most expensive option.
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