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Maya Glantz

BIZARRE: Open shelves vs wall cabinets we ve settled the debate on which you should pick for your 2026 renovation - You Need To See This

Chic modern kitchen with marble splashback and wooden cabinet and open shelving.

Open shelving or closed cabinetry? It may sound like a menial thing, but the type of kitchen storage you opt for can dictate both the functionality and the look of your space.

Designing your dream kitchen is a process of crucial decision after crucial decision, and as someone who spends almost every day looking at some of the most gorgeous modern kitchen ideas around the world, I understand the sense of overwhelm you're likely feeling. But figuring out whether to opt for open shelves or closed cabinets doesn't have to feel like a life-or-death situation; in fact, with our experts' advice, it can be a relatively simple decision.

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