While there's certainly an argument to be made in favor of vibrant color trends and revealing glass-fronted cabinetry, creating a neutral, more pared-back space is an increasingly chic alternative. Take Jerry Seinfeld's kitchen, for example.
The comedian follows an anti-trend all-white color scheme in his home, which is evident in the subway tiles and the 'invisible' style cabinets – the latter of which are entirely handleless, further contributing to the overall 'invisible' aesthetic.
Alongside being handleless, the cabinets utilize every inch of wall space, leaving no gaps as they extend to the ceiling. The result is ultra-sleek, streamlined, and almost invisible at a glance.
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Despite Jerry's all-white kitchen standing as an anti-trend, the handleless look of his cabinets does, in fact, tap into a current design movement, as experts explain.
'The modern kitchen trends we are seeing are all about sleek, integrated and pared back designs,' comments Sinead Trainor, the kitchen category manager, at LochAnna Kitchens.
'The uncluttered, handleless design doesn’t pull focus from the cabinetry itself and adds a sense of openness to any room, from a grand open-plan living space to the smallest of kitchens. Ultimately, the handleless trend is about creating a space that is representative of your individual style, especially if you prefer continuous straight lines.'
Plus, she is not alone in her observations. Ashleigh Hanwell, the senior designer at Second Nature, adds that modern kitchens are increasingly featuring 'streamlined and sleek design' features, starting with 'slab-style cabinetry [and] smooth surfaces,' like we see in Jerry's space.
'Working well with open-plan layouts, they provide fluidity and connectivity between the kitchen and other areas, such as the dining area and living space,' she says.
'To enhance a modern kitchen, incorporate contemporary lighting fixtures such as pendants and track lighting, and bring in pops of colour via artwork [also as Jerry has done] and accessories to add visual interest and contrast.'
If you're thinking of upgrading your kitchen cabinets for something more discreet (and ultra sleek), this could be your cue.
