15 Kitchen Cupboard Design Ideas To Transform Your Kitchen Completely

Pastels are in trend right now, and look spectacular both on walls, decor and even cabinets. If you're not too keen on their longevity, get them installed on cupboards that don't see as much usage, say storage shelves away from the hob. While they need consistent maintenance, a pretty pastel kitchen is always pleasant on the eyes. 

Often found in showcases, glass cabinet designs are great for the kitchen especially if you find yourself with little time to cook every morning before heading out to work. Glass kitchen cabinets give you easy viewing access so you know exactly where everything is in your kitchen. If you prefer concealing everything, use them for a few shelves to display crockery, glassware for your bar or your coffee mug collection. 

If you prefer the finish of a sturdy dark stained wooden cabinet but can't be bothered with using real wood, try opting for dark coloured wooden finish Decolam sheets. They give you the same effect and last much longer. Since the colour is so universal, you can opt for appliances and accents of various colours, or go for a monochromatic look with black accents that looks stylish. 

If you need to stock a lot of essentials in your kitchen and need to make room for extra supplies, use every nook of your kitchen to install cabinets, say above your fridge, oven, and other appliances to make sure all your utilities are stored away without making the kitchen look cluttered. Store stuff that you won't reach for as often like panini grills or other cooking gadgets you use less often here. 

While islands in the kitchen aren't a common sight in India, some modern constructions offer the option. If you're opting for an island, make sure you get cabinets installed so you use up all that space in the middle of the kitchen. If you have pets or kids, it's best to store non-food related items and non-hazardous items since these cabinets have easy access. If not, use the space to have easy access to your rations and the likes.

Dishwashers made their way into several kitchens during the pandemic. If the design doesn't go with your existing modular kitchen, and your dishwasher sticks out in your otherwise aesthetic kitchen, get cabinets installed that'll conceal your washer neatly. Most cabinets can be installed onto the washer doors themselves, just brief your contractor about the sizing when you're getting the cabinets customised. 

Floating cabinets get their name since they look like they're floating mid-air without any support. These open cabinets are great for storing appliances that double up as decor, say that cute little kettle or a pretty toaster that you reach out to everyday. You could also store your most used spices and seasonings, coffee mugs or your favourite cook book on a floating cabinet. 

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Often found in professional kitchens, metal cabinets are great if you're creating an industrial vibe at home, complete with exposed brick walls and other elements. The material is hardy and is super easy to maintain too. Just wipe down with a soft cloth and mild detergent, and you're back to having a spic and span kitchen in minutes. You can play around with various textures and colours to bring the warmth in alongside your sturdy metal cabinets. 

If you're using muted cabinet designs, say a white or grey, install gold or silver coloured hardware to give your kitchen some accent and variation of texture. Gold accents in particular have the quality of elevating any space, no matter what size you choose them in. You could get matching elements like a gold pendant lamp shade to match the knobs and handles. 

If you're highly inspired by Marie Kondo and other organising techniques, use open kitchen cabinets to display your stellar skills. Use spices, seasonigs, tea and coffee supplies in neatly labelled bottles. You could also install hooks at the bottom of your cabinets to hang up regularly used pots, pans and spatulas. Open cabinets bring in a significant lightness to your kitchen when kept clutter-free. 

If you have an impressive collection of vintage crockery or are in the process of collecting some interesting pieces, display cabinets are a great way to showcase all your finds in one spot. From colourful teapots to sets, use this space to display your fancy ceramicware, and make sure to use them every once in a while, even when you're not expecting company. 

Lacquer cabinets come in a super glossy finish, giving your kitchen some pizazz without having to add too many elements. We recommend this kitchen cabinet design in white if you like neutral tones, or a pretty deep red if you'd like a splash of colour in your kitchen. 

Grooves and panels in your kitchen cabinet design can look edgy and contemporary with minimal effort. If you've chosen a board and batten panel style for your living spaces and would like to continue the theme, choose grooved kitchen cabinets to give your kitchen character with little effort. 

A sight often seen in older kitchens, grilled cabinets were replaced by solid cabinets a couple of decades ago. However, if you'd like to store food items that need a cool and airy space, grilled cabinets are a great pick. They have the old-world charm while serving the purpose. Make sure to clean them well regularly so clear out debris. 

If you're working with a small kitchen, using spaces that usually go to waste is super important. This is where ingenious ideas like sliding door cabinets come into play. They help utilise small nooks in your kitchen, adding ample space to store appliances and other utilities. Get sliding doors that open sideways so you can save on the space in your kitchen cupboard design.