10 bright kitchen designs with open shelves

Open shelf parts are particularly popular components in modern kitchen furnishings. Did you know that there are three specifics when it comes to open shelving? Namely, these are the minimalist, the overloaded and the combined design. The principle “less is more” is often preferred here, ie only a few correctly positioned crockery or art objects find space on the shelves. The functional method is in contrast to putting everything on the shelves. The most popular method involves using worn-out items and artfully placed flourishes. The result is an interesting, practical option without any clutter. Today we’re highlighting 10 of these stunning designs! Scroll down and enjoy our picture gallery! Have lots of fun with it!

Less is more

First, let’s take a look at this variant, in which the shelves strategically show a large part of the white dishes. The plates are stacked and sorted by type. The monochromatic design creates a neat ambience.

White cabinets and stainless steel in the kitchen

In the next photo we really don’t have any open shelves, but every detail catches the eye. The items are original and look like selected collectibles. Black and white meet metallic sheen at Elizabeth Mollen’s home in Austin, Texas.

Black and white mosaic on the mirror surface with hanging lamps above

The black kitchen worktop emphasizes the white dishes. Lots of space between the objects gives a generous feeling of space, and the contrast between dark and light is wonderfully dramatic.

Kitchen island and black marble countertops in harmony with one another

A stylish mix

Now we are sort of opening the shelves which contain a range of products including a stainless steel mixing bowl as you can see in the photo. When deciding what to display it would be helpful to pick out different decorative pieces based on style or color. Thanks to the tall kitchen storage canister, we have a mix of retro and modern. Somehow everything fits together!

Retro and modern kitchens

In this kitchen area everything is available and on display: from dishes and spices to ice buckets. They are in similar colors as white and stainless steel and therefore they go great together and create an aesthetic feeling instead of being intrusive.

Marble island – a great sight in an industrial style kitchen

The free-hanging shelves are a real eye-catcher. Pasta, lemons and fresh herbs, all the essential foods can be seen on the shelf, along with glassware that would make any festive drink taste better. Everything looks fresh, arranged and practical.

Hanging shelf directly above the kitchen island for better storage options

San Pellegrino’s blue labels and green bottles are so refreshing. Many people like sparkling mineral water or add a bit of lemon to the mineral water. That’s why this kitchen looks so charming. The bottles add color to the design. Other details like the framed picture and the countertops also grab the attention.

White kitchen island tiles, wooden ceiling beams and white wall shelves – an excellent mix

Cool kitchen accents

The last of these charming kitchens was designed with a chevron pattern behind the simple open shelf. This oceanfront home has it all – from framed pictures to patterned bowls.

Small kitchen island that doubles as a dining table

Wall papers highlight the open shelves wonderfully, as you can see in this photo. Here you use the shelf as a house bar – ostentatious and innovative!

Wall shelves above the modern house bar

These planters play the role of open shelving, right? They inspire more unconventional ideas. Instead of plants, for example, you can have fresh herbs here!

Green plants and fresh herbs on the wall in this kitchen – always ready to hand above the kitchen worktop

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