![]() ![]() ![]() Add closed storage at the base for extra hidden storage and depending on ceiling height of the room, shelves should be spaced equally.’Ĭreate a feature out of floating shelves in an alcove by creating an ombre effect. Olivia Boardman, interior designer at My Bespoke Room says, ‘Consider painting the wall behind in a contrasting colour to add depth. Keep your shelving interesting by mixing the textures of your items, from ribbed, to metal to wood, this will draw the eye to an often tight space. If you have a recess in a kitchen, make use of the often neglected space and use shelves as part of your alcove ideas to add extra space. However, if your countertop is dark or matte it will absorb the light so your under-shelf lighting will need to be brighter. If your shelves are above a glossy or light-coloured countertop, under-shelf lighting does not need to be as bright because the countertop will bounce and reflect the light. Wall lights can add a stylish addition to the overall look of the space and installing a dimmer switch will also allow you to vary the light depending on the mood you wish to create.’ ![]() ![]() Consider the space you have available and whether you would like the lighting at the back, front, under or above the shelving to find the best option for your project. ‘There are an array of options available from LED strip lights and miniature spotlights, to larger wall lighting. Kitchen shelving lighting is a form of accent lighting which will illuminate the shelves and contribute to mood lighting. Having multiple forms of kitchen lighting is important and should be layered to add ambience and depth. ‘Lighting for open shelving in a kitchen really helps to lift the design to the next level,’ says Mara Rypacek Miller, managing director at Industville. Mirrored shelving and a small amount of worktop space are often all you need,’ says Ruth Lavender, design expert at Benchmarx Kitchens. ‘Adding a home bar to your design will create a feature that is not only a great discussion point but also keeps all of a party’s essentials in one easy-to-find location! A common misconception is that you need a lot of space for a home bar, but by using clever storage solutions, you can add a touch of fun to your design without losing precious floor space. Make it fun with a neon sign, or even a chalkboard showcasing the drinks on offer that night. Make sure to keep the shelf with the alcohol high enough so that any curious children can’t reach it. Stay tuned for that.If you want to indulge in your favourite tipple and stay in the comfort of your home, a home bar idea doesn’t have to be elaborate and can just be a kitchen shelf, which is perfect if you are limited on floor space.Īrrange your kitchen shelving so one shelf is for the booze and another shelf is for your wine glasses, coupes and cocktail glasses. I'm working on writing even more on kitchen open shelving including how to style an open shelf, what types of items add function and interest to the kitchen wood shelving and more. If you want more inspiration, definitely hop over there to see. Projects definitely haven't happened overnight over here!Īnyways, I hope this DIY Open Shelving Kitchen Guide was helpful! I started a Pinterest Board with lots of different types of open shelves for the kitchen. If you are curious to know more about the scope of our kitchen renovation that we did back in 2017, definitely check that out! I'll add a few photos so you can see how the open shelving really changed the space! Kitchen Before and AfterĪnyways, just a reminder that homes take time to develop, time to renovate and time to make them your own. Some people have an abundance of cabinets so it wouldn't be a big deal to them either way, but I wanted to share my perspective on it. Not everyone will value the aesthetic over the items though so I definitely want to point out that, by choosing to have open shelves for the kitchen, we did lose closed storage. If we had an abundance of tools, serving dishes, etc., then we'd be lacking on the storage by taking down the upper cabinets.įor us, we were willing to sacrifice not having a Kitchen Aid mixer or Instant Pot or a bunch of place settings for 8+ people, for the aesthetic we wanted. I'm a bit of a minimalist when it comes to little appliances and pots and pans. Let's Chat Kitchen Storage BEFORE Opting for Open Shelvingīefore you jump right in to open shelving, I think it's a good idea to think about how you store items and what your current kitchen has in regards to storage. ![]()
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