I was totally against open shelving in the kitchen — until Cameron Diaz’s chic setup changed my mind. I now see dishware in a completely different light.
As much as I’ve always loved open shelves in the living room and bedroom (where, I admit, they also double as bookshelves), it never made sense to bring them into the kitchen.
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Needless to say, this space is naturally prone to splashes and spills, especially around the stove. While I was willing to deal with inevitable dust in other rooms, the mess of food prep in the kitchen didn’t seem worth it. Then Cameron Diaz changed my perspective.
Cameron Diaz’s kitchen layout combines wood-front cabinets with open shelving — the latter showcasing a collection of tableware that’s clearly very personal to her.
The dinnerware is, of course, functional, but Cameron has given her pieces a decorative twist, turning everyday dishes into ornaments that look beautiful while waiting to be used.
It’s one of the most stylish and practical ways I’ve ever seen to display dishes in the kitchen, and it’s very easy to follow her lead with plates I already have in my own cabinets.
While I’m sure Cameron’s kitchen is far from small, open shelving is ideal for compact kitchens (like mine).
They not only offer more storage space, but also allow me to turn unused areas into decorative zones where I can display some of my favorite bowls, plates, and glasses. Nicolle Whyte, design director at Olive & Barr, agrees.
“Open shelves work wonderfully in small kitchens; they provide both form and function while making the space feel bigger. Adding open shelving not only makes the room feel lighter and brighter, but also gives you more opportunities to showcase your personality,” she says.
However, while Cameron Diaz’s open shelving may look simple, Nicolle warns that achieving the desired results takes some planning.
“Making open shelves in the kitchen look stylish and functional requires some thought about what you put on them,” she says.
“Anyone with an abundance of dishes, glasses, and small appliances might prefer to keep things hidden away, without worrying about keeping everything perfectly arranged.” But with Cameron Diaz’s kitchen as inspiration, it’s impossible to go wrong.
Source: Homes & Gardens
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