Modern Kitchen Cabinets for the Modern Family

The selling point of having a modern style of kitchen is the functionality. A modern kitchen design acts as a calm backdrop to the usual chaos of what the kitchen can be. It consists of open spaces, minimalistic features and simple monochromatic color palettes that offer a clutter-free space to relax, cook, eat and even work!

Unlike the ornate style of traditional cabinets, modern kitchen cabinets are always clean-lined and can be made with various materials such as wood, reflective materials or metal (most used for this style). Flooring, tile work and countertops should also be considered as they help to tie the bow on your new kitchen. Granite and slate are oftentimes used as well as some geometric linework for the tiling. A few other significant features of a modern kitchen would be smooth surfaces, frameless cabinet doors, horizontal lines, simple hardware, glass doors, long countertops, industrial stainless-steel pieces, tall ceilings and practical storage solutions.

With their sleek and practical designs, modern kitchens are a blank canvas waiting to be brought to life with color. Choosing a color for your cabinets and the surrounding areas is a very big decision. It’s what will determine the overall look of your kitchen. 

Whites, beiges, blacks, greys, blues, and sepia tones are popular with modern kitchen cabinets. You can also add a dash of color such as red or even purple to bring your space to life! 

Here are a few things to consider when choosing the perfect color for your modern kitchen:

• Create contrast and balance. Cabinets, countertops, appliances, and lighting have the most visual impact in a modern kitchen. Consider these areas when looking to add contrast. For example, white cabinets with dark counters.
• Reflective finishes for faucets and hardware. 
• Large tiles and slab backsplashes suit the modern aesthetic! 
• If you choose wooden cabinets, use natural accents like leather, stone, and minerals for a sophisticated look. 

Aesthetics and functionality are everything with modern kitchen cabinets. We’ve whipped up several must-haves that we recommend to accentuate your cabinets and space.  

• Under-cabinet lighting to brighten up your kitchen and add to the feels!
• Double-bowl sink to free up space and help with multitasking.
• Pull-out kitchen pantry.
• Kitchen drawers on base cabinets.
• Durable, low-maintenance kitchen flooring
• Sleek cabinet hardware in gold, silver or brass.

We do value transparency here at Walcraft Cabinetry – and it would be outside of our realm to not inform you of the cons of having modern kitchen cabinets and offering tips on how to work around them.

A modern design may be pricier to some. Prices also differ from region to region so there’s that to consider as well. The great thing about us is that we have modern options in RTA so you’re saving big on that instead of going the custom route. It all depends on what you’re looking for. 

Modern kitchen cabinets can also be very delicate depending on the material used. They have all the great features but can be high maintenance. Maintaining these cabinets can be a task – but luckily, we have some tips below to help with that!

So, your brand-new modern kitchen cabinets are here – but everyone’s creating a mess. How do you take care of them? Simple, keep them clean! If you take care of your cabinets, they will last for years and you won’t have to worry about replacing them anytime soon. 

For regular cleaning, you can use a vinegar solution for the cabinets. Dampen a cloth in the vinegar solution and wipe the surface to keep it clean.

For stains, make a mixture of baking soda. Find wherever the stain is on the cabinet and dab some paste into the stain. Let it sit for a few minutes then after that, wipe it off to clean the cabinet. 

That’s how you do it! 

Well, you can buy them here – at Walcraft Cabinetry! We concede that we may be a bit biased here, but there are several options in the modern slab style that we have. Plus, our talented team of designers are ready and equipped to whip up the modern kitchen cabinet design of your dreams. We pride ourselves on quality while ensuring you’re not breaking the bank. Shipping is efficient and free once you spend over $2500. 

The choice is ultimately up to you and what your needs are. There are many cabinet stores across the states that may fit your needs, and that’s fine. Just be sure you’re getting good quality cabinets, reasonable pricings, an awesome design, great communication and a great shipping deal. 

Are you ready to step into your future kitchen? Go check out our many options!