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Squeezing kitchen essentials (okay fine, and non-essentials) into closed cabinets and drawers is often trying enough. And for some, the addition of open shelving feels entirely off the table. But we're here to tell you otherwise. These well-dressed kitchens will inspire you to put your proudest cookware on display and protest clutter once and for all.
Kitchens
20 Gorgeous Kitchens That Will Inspire You to Embrace Open Shelving
April 6, 2017
Squeezing kitchen essentials (okay fine, and non-essentials) into closed cabinets and drawers is often trying enough. And for some, the addition of open shelving feels entirely off the table. But we're here to tell you otherwise. These well-dressed kitchens will inspire you to put your proudest cookware on display and protest clutter once and for all.
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Modern Rustic
1/20Modern Rustic
1/20Photo Credit: Bigger Than The Three of UsSource: biggerthanthethreeofus.com
When modern-glam style meets rustic charm, you end up with a kitchen that's just as welcoming as it is striking. It also helps when the room's floating wood shelves are dressed to perfection. See the full reveal on the interiors blog <a href="http://biggerthanthethreeofus.com/house-tour/" target="_blank"><em>Bigger Than The Three of Us</em></a>.Kitchens20 Gorgeous Kitchens That Will Inspire You to Embrace Open ShelvingModern Rustic
PHOTO 1 of 20READ LESS -When modern-glam style meets rustic charm, you end up with a kitchen that's just as welcoming as it is striking. It also helps when the room's floating wood shelves are dressed to perfection. See the full reveal on the interiors blog <a href="http://biggerthanthethreeofus.com/house-tour/" target="_blank"><em>Bigger Than The Three of Us</em></a>.Photo Credit: Bigger Than The Three of UsSource: biggerthanthethreeofus.com
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Spanish Revival
2/20Spanish Revival
2/20Photo Credit: Tessa NeustadtSource: tessaneustadt.com
Handmade black and white tiles inject plenty of character into this spunky kitchen, and also highlight the white floating shelves. The shelves were colour-matched to the walls, allowing all the pretty dishware to take centre stage. Learn how designer Emily Henderson uplifted this space <a href="https://stylebyemilyhenderson.com/blog/spanish-california-home-the-kitchen/" target="_blank"><em>here</em></a>.Kitchens20 Gorgeous Kitchens That Will Inspire You to Embrace Open ShelvingSpanish Revival
PHOTO 2 of 20READ LESS -Handmade black and white tiles inject plenty of character into this spunky kitchen, and also highlight the white floating shelves. The shelves were colour-matched to the walls, allowing all the pretty dishware to take centre stage. Learn how designer Emily Henderson uplifted this space <a href="https://stylebyemilyhenderson.com/blog/spanish-california-home-the-kitchen/" target="_blank"><em>here</em></a>.Photo Credit: Tessa NeustadtSource: tessaneustadt.com
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Farmhouse Style
3/20Farmhouse Style
3/20Every home Joanna Gaines designs gives us serious decor envy. Needless to say, this rustic cooking space fitted with elegant open shelving does exactly that. See more of the <em><a href="http://www.hgtv.ca/shows/fixer-upper/" target="_blank">Fixer Upper</a></em> star's prettiest reno updates <a href="http://www.hgtv.ca/shows/fixer-upper/photos/natural-finishes-on-some-of-joanna-gaines-prettiest-renos-1894889/" target="_blank"><em>here</em></a>.Kitchens20 Gorgeous Kitchens That Will Inspire You to Embrace Open ShelvingFarmhouse Style
PHOTO 3 of 20READ LESS -Every home Joanna Gaines designs gives us serious decor envy. Needless to say, this rustic cooking space fitted with elegant open shelving does exactly that. See more of the <em><a href="http://www.hgtv.ca/shows/fixer-upper/" target="_blank">Fixer Upper</a></em> star's prettiest reno updates <a href="http://www.hgtv.ca/shows/fixer-upper/photos/natural-finishes-on-some-of-joanna-gaines-prettiest-renos-1894889/" target="_blank"><em>here</em></a>. -
Boho Beauty
4/20Boho Beauty
4/20Photo Credit: Danae Horst Source: www.danaehorst.com
We're wild about designer Justina Blakeney's nature-infused boho kitchen. The reclaimed wood floating shelves are only second to the glossy emerald green backsplash and copper accents. Want more? Check out the rest of the lively space on her popular lifestyle blog, <a href="http://www.thejungalow.com/2015/08/boho-kitchen-reveal-the-whole-enchilada.html" target="_blank"><em>The Jungalow</em></a>.Kitchens20 Gorgeous Kitchens That Will Inspire You to Embrace Open ShelvingBoho Beauty
PHOTO 4 of 20READ LESS -We're wild about designer Justina Blakeney's nature-infused boho kitchen. The reclaimed wood floating shelves are only second to the glossy emerald green backsplash and copper accents. Want more? Check out the rest of the lively space on her popular lifestyle blog, <a href="http://www.thejungalow.com/2015/08/boho-kitchen-reveal-the-whole-enchilada.html" target="_blank"><em>The Jungalow</em></a>.Photo Credit: Danae Horst Source: www.danaehorst.com
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Bright Side
5/20Bright Side
5/20Ultra-bright lower cabinets work like a dream when the rest of the kitchen is hushed. These simple white floating shelves showcase blue dishware to subtly reinforce the room's scheme. Browse more of <a href="http://www.hgtv.ca/tags/bryan-baeumler/" target="_blank">Bryan Baeumler</a>'s best kitchen renos <a href="http://www.hgtv.ca/shows/leave-it-to-bryan/photos/bryan-baeumlers-best-kitchen-renovations-1895721/" target="_blank"><em>here</em></a>.Kitchens20 Gorgeous Kitchens That Will Inspire You to Embrace Open ShelvingBright Side
PHOTO 5 of 20READ LESS -Ultra-bright lower cabinets work like a dream when the rest of the kitchen is hushed. These simple white floating shelves showcase blue dishware to subtly reinforce the room's scheme. Browse more of <a href="http://www.hgtv.ca/tags/bryan-baeumler/" target="_blank">Bryan Baeumler</a>'s best kitchen renos <a href="http://www.hgtv.ca/shows/leave-it-to-bryan/photos/bryan-baeumlers-best-kitchen-renovations-1895721/" target="_blank"><em>here</em></a>. -
Blank Slate
6/20Blank Slate
6/20Only true masters of their craft can make a muted, mostly white space stand out against the rest. But <a href="http://www.hgtv.ca/tags/scott-mcgillivray/" target="_blank">Scott McGillivray</a> made it happen thanks to this kitchen's abundance of open shelving. The black brackets and artful accents on display add tons of character.Kitchens20 Gorgeous Kitchens That Will Inspire You to Embrace Open ShelvingBlank Slate
PHOTO 6 of 20READ LESS -Only true masters of their craft can make a muted, mostly white space stand out against the rest. But <a href="http://www.hgtv.ca/tags/scott-mcgillivray/" target="_blank">Scott McGillivray</a> made it happen thanks to this kitchen's abundance of open shelving. The black brackets and artful accents on display add tons of character. -
Baker's Dream
7/20Baker's Dream
7/20Photo Credit: Gilles MingassonSource: www.mingasson.com
At first glance, it's easy to mistake this colourful cooking space for a charming local bakery. With a large open pantry ideal for storing ingredients and bakeware, this kitchen is a chef's ultimate happy place. Tour the entire space <a href="http://www.hgtv.com/shows/americas-most-desperate-kitchens/desperate-kitchen-transformed-beautiful-bakers-kitchen-pictures" target="_blank"><em>here</em></a>!Kitchens20 Gorgeous Kitchens That Will Inspire You to Embrace Open ShelvingBaker's Dream
PHOTO 7 of 20READ LESS -At first glance, it's easy to mistake this colourful cooking space for a charming local bakery. With a large open pantry ideal for storing ingredients and bakeware, this kitchen is a chef's ultimate happy place. Tour the entire space <a href="http://www.hgtv.com/shows/americas-most-desperate-kitchens/desperate-kitchen-transformed-beautiful-bakers-kitchen-pictures" target="_blank"><em>here</em></a>!Photo Credit: Gilles MingassonSource: www.mingasson.com
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Boho Glam
8/20Boho Glam
8/20Photo Credit: Swoon WorthySource: www.swoonworthy.co.uk
There's plenty going on in this eclectic-meets-glam kitchen, yet somehow, it works. Blogger Kimberly Duran of the UK-based interiors blog <em><a href="http://swoonworthy.co.uk/" target="_blank">Swoon Worthy</a></em> punched up her open shelves with cheeky animal-print wallpaper and luxe gold finishes. See <a href="https://www.swoonworthy.co.uk/2016/11/black-white-gold-kitchen-remodel.html/" target="_blank"><em>here </em></a>for the full-scale renovation.Kitchens20 Gorgeous Kitchens That Will Inspire You to Embrace Open ShelvingBoho Glam
PHOTO 8 of 20READ LESS -There's plenty going on in this eclectic-meets-glam kitchen, yet somehow, it works. Blogger Kimberly Duran of the UK-based interiors blog <em><a href="http://swoonworthy.co.uk/" target="_blank">Swoon Worthy</a></em> punched up her open shelves with cheeky animal-print wallpaper and luxe gold finishes. See <a href="https://www.swoonworthy.co.uk/2016/11/black-white-gold-kitchen-remodel.html/" target="_blank"><em>here </em></a>for the full-scale renovation.Photo Credit: Swoon WorthySource: www.swoonworthy.co.uk
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Mid-Century Modern
9/20Mid-Century Modern
9/20Photo Credit: James SalomonSource: www.salomonphoto.com
NYC-based interior design firm <a href="https://www.thresholdinteriorsnyc.com/" target="_blank"><em>Threshold Interiors</em></a> fashioned this bright and modern kitchen. The wooden floating shelves cleverly installed between two cabinets lend a vintage note and keep the space from looking too clinical.Kitchens20 Gorgeous Kitchens That Will Inspire You to Embrace Open ShelvingMid-Century Modern
PHOTO 9 of 20READ LESS -NYC-based interior design firm <a href="https://www.thresholdinteriorsnyc.com/" target="_blank"><em>Threshold Interiors</em></a> fashioned this bright and modern kitchen. The wooden floating shelves cleverly installed between two cabinets lend a vintage note and keep the space from looking too clinical.Photo Credit: James SalomonSource: www.salomonphoto.com
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Gilded Glamour
10/20Gilded Glamour
10/20Photo Credit: Bliss at HomeSource: bliss-athome.com
Designer Kristin Cadwallader of the interiors blog <em><a href="http://bliss-athome.com/" target="_blank">Bliss at Home</a></em> outfitted her kitchen in all things glam. We're coveting every single piece featured on these shelves... from the charming "love you" mugs to the black and white art prints. Check out the entire transformation <a href="https://www.google.ca/webhp?sourceid=chrome-instant&ion=1&espv=2&ie=UTF-8#q=bliss+at+home+kitchen+reveal&*" target="_blank"><em>here</em></a>.Kitchens20 Gorgeous Kitchens That Will Inspire You to Embrace Open ShelvingGilded Glamour
PHOTO 10 of 20READ LESS -Designer Kristin Cadwallader of the interiors blog <em><a href="http://bliss-athome.com/" target="_blank">Bliss at Home</a></em> outfitted her kitchen in all things glam. We're coveting every single piece featured on these shelves... from the charming "love you" mugs to the black and white art prints. Check out the entire transformation <a href="https://www.google.ca/webhp?sourceid=chrome-instant&ion=1&espv=2&ie=UTF-8#q=bliss+at+home+kitchen+reveal&*" target="_blank"><em>here</em></a>.Photo Credit: Bliss at HomeSource: bliss-athome.com
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Timeless Style
11/20Timeless Style
11/20Stuck with a teeny tiny kitchen? Instead of going all out with open shelving, take it from <a href="http://www.hgtv.ca/tags/scott-mcgillivray/" target="_blank">Scott McGillivray</a> and tread lightly. Opt for closed upper cabinets with a built-in display case to show off a few prized pieces.Kitchens20 Gorgeous Kitchens That Will Inspire You to Embrace Open ShelvingTimeless Style
PHOTO 11 of 20READ LESS -Stuck with a teeny tiny kitchen? Instead of going all out with open shelving, take it from <a href="http://www.hgtv.ca/tags/scott-mcgillivray/" target="_blank">Scott McGillivray</a> and tread lightly. Opt for closed upper cabinets with a built-in display case to show off a few prized pieces. -
Industrial Chic
12/20Industrial Chic
12/20Photo Credit: Michael PartenioSource: www.michaelpartenio.com
Design firm <em><a href="https://www.thresholdinteriorsnyc.com" target="_blank">Threshold Interiors</a></em> transformed an old textile warehouse into a striking loft that features reclaimed materials throughout. The genius addition of mirrors placed behind the open shelving helps bounce light around and creates the illusion of more space.Kitchens20 Gorgeous Kitchens That Will Inspire You to Embrace Open ShelvingIndustrial Chic
PHOTO 12 of 20READ LESS -Design firm <em><a href="https://www.thresholdinteriorsnyc.com" target="_blank">Threshold Interiors</a></em> transformed an old textile warehouse into a striking loft that features reclaimed materials throughout. The genius addition of mirrors placed behind the open shelving helps bounce light around and creates the illusion of more space.Photo Credit: Michael PartenioSource: www.michaelpartenio.com
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Statement Wall
13/20Statement Wall
13/20Photo Credit: We Are The BraunsSource: wearethebrauns.com
The husband-and-wife team behind the gorgeous photography website <em><a href="https://wearethebrauns.com/" target="_blank">We Are The Brauns</a></em> gave their dated kitchen a much-needed overhaul. The result? A bright and airy space with a stylish black accent wall. The wood shelves were a budget find, as were the IKEA brackets that the couple spray-painted gold. See <a href="https://wearethebrauns.com/journal/2015/11/our-kitchen-remodel" target="_blank"><em>here </em></a>for the full reveal!Kitchens20 Gorgeous Kitchens That Will Inspire You to Embrace Open ShelvingStatement Wall
PHOTO 13 of 20READ LESS -The husband-and-wife team behind the gorgeous photography website <em><a href="https://wearethebrauns.com/" target="_blank">We Are The Brauns</a></em> gave their dated kitchen a much-needed overhaul. The result? A bright and airy space with a stylish black accent wall. The wood shelves were a budget find, as were the IKEA brackets that the couple spray-painted gold. See <a href="https://wearethebrauns.com/journal/2015/11/our-kitchen-remodel" target="_blank"><em>here </em></a>for the full reveal!Photo Credit: We Are The BraunsSource: wearethebrauns.com
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Country Chic
14/20Country Chic
14/20Short on storage space? Take after this farmhouse chic eating area designed by <a href="http://www.hgtv.ca/tags/bryan-baeumler/" target="_blank">Bryan Baeumler</a> and opt for open shelves with built-in hooks, perfect for hanging mugs and other kitchen essentials.Kitchens20 Gorgeous Kitchens That Will Inspire You to Embrace Open ShelvingCountry Chic
PHOTO 14 of 20READ LESS -Short on storage space? Take after this farmhouse chic eating area designed by <a href="http://www.hgtv.ca/tags/bryan-baeumler/" target="_blank">Bryan Baeumler</a> and opt for open shelves with built-in hooks, perfect for hanging mugs and other kitchen essentials. -
Crisp Whites
15/20Crisp Whites
15/20This neutral masterpiece spotted on <em><a href="http://www.hgtv.ca/shows/leave-it-to-bryan/" target="_blank">Leave it to Bryan</a></em> proves how a subdued palette can still stand out. The kitchen's wide open shelves displaying sculptural dishware offer an artistic touch.Kitchens20 Gorgeous Kitchens That Will Inspire You to Embrace Open ShelvingCrisp Whites
PHOTO 15 of 20READ LESS -This neutral masterpiece spotted on <em><a href="http://www.hgtv.ca/shows/leave-it-to-bryan/" target="_blank">Leave it to Bryan</a></em> proves how a subdued palette can still stand out. The kitchen's wide open shelves displaying sculptural dishware offer an artistic touch. -
Country Chic
16/20Country Chic
16/20Another <em><a href="http://www.hgtv.ca/shows/fixer-upper/" target="_blank">Fixer Upper</a></em> kitchen dressed to impress. We're loving the compact open shelves, which reinforce the room's rustic look without taking away from other statement elements like the navy blue cabinets.Kitchens20 Gorgeous Kitchens That Will Inspire You to Embrace Open ShelvingCountry Chic
PHOTO 16 of 20READ LESS -Another <em><a href="http://www.hgtv.ca/shows/fixer-upper/" target="_blank">Fixer Upper</a></em> kitchen dressed to impress. We're loving the compact open shelves, which reinforce the room's rustic look without taking away from other statement elements like the navy blue cabinets. -
Cozy Rustic
17/20Cozy Rustic
17/20Using the exposed brick as her jumping-off point, designer <a href="http://www.hgtv.ca/tags/danielle-bryk/" target="_blank">Danielle Bryk</a> built on this kitchen's earthy vibe with slender rustic shelves and other nature-inspired accessories.Kitchens20 Gorgeous Kitchens That Will Inspire You to Embrace Open ShelvingCozy Rustic
PHOTO 17 of 20READ LESS -Using the exposed brick as her jumping-off point, designer <a href="http://www.hgtv.ca/tags/danielle-bryk/" target="_blank">Danielle Bryk</a> built on this kitchen's earthy vibe with slender rustic shelves and other nature-inspired accessories. -
Luxe Vibes
18/20Luxe Vibes
18/20Everything about this kitchen spells luxury. The <em><a href="http://www.hgtv.ca/shows/property-brothers/" target="_blank">Property Brothers</a></em> used the same high-end stone on the walls, countertops and floating shelves to create a uniform look that calls attention to the leafy green outdoors.Kitchens20 Gorgeous Kitchens That Will Inspire You to Embrace Open ShelvingLuxe Vibes
PHOTO 18 of 20READ LESS -Everything about this kitchen spells luxury. The <em><a href="http://www.hgtv.ca/shows/property-brothers/" target="_blank">Property Brothers</a></em> used the same high-end stone on the walls, countertops and floating shelves to create a uniform look that calls attention to the leafy green outdoors. -
Pretty in Pink
19/20Pretty in Pink
19/20<em><a href="http://www.hgtv.ca/shows/masters-of-flip/" target="_blank">Masters of Flip</a></em> star Kortney Wilson took advantage of this kitchen's awkward wall by adding plenty of open shelving. With shapely vases and selective pops of pink, the wall unit doubles as an art installation. Tour the entire home <a href="http://www.hgtv.ca/shows/masters-of-flip/photos/kortney-wilson-gets-pretty-in-pink-home-design-1053036/"><em>here</em></a>.Kitchens20 Gorgeous Kitchens That Will Inspire You to Embrace Open ShelvingPretty in Pink
PHOTO 19 of 20READ LESS -<em><a href="http://www.hgtv.ca/shows/masters-of-flip/" target="_blank">Masters of Flip</a></em> star Kortney Wilson took advantage of this kitchen's awkward wall by adding plenty of open shelving. With shapely vases and selective pops of pink, the wall unit doubles as an art installation. Tour the entire home <a href="http://www.hgtv.ca/shows/masters-of-flip/photos/kortney-wilson-gets-pretty-in-pink-home-design-1053036/"><em>here</em></a>. -
Going Green
20/20Going Green
20/20Bright green might not be the first colour that comes to mind when refreshing a space, but if used strategically, it'll add just the right amount of zing. Watch how <a href="http://www.hgtv.ca/tags/bryan-baeumler/" target="_blank">Bryan Baeumler</a> converted this once-dated kitchen <a href="http://www.hgtv.ca/videos/a-can-of-squirms-352134211720/" target="_blank"><em>here</em></a>.Kitchens20 Gorgeous Kitchens That Will Inspire You to Embrace Open ShelvingGoing Green
PHOTO 20 of 20READ LESS -Bright green might not be the first colour that comes to mind when refreshing a space, but if used strategically, it'll add just the right amount of zing. Watch how <a href="http://www.hgtv.ca/tags/bryan-baeumler/" target="_blank">Bryan Baeumler</a> converted this once-dated kitchen <a href="http://www.hgtv.ca/videos/a-can-of-squirms-352134211720/" target="_blank"><em>here</em></a>.
