Open shelving has been trending for some time now. The look has evolved over the years, most recently taking shape in the 'bookshelf wealth' trend (a term for displaying your favorite books and decorative objects proudly on your shelves). When this form of open shelving first emerged, it was one of my favorite trends of the year; however, after seeing hundreds of takes, the style lost some of its appeal. That was until I saw Anne Hathway's open kitchen shelving, which renewed my interest.
Anne Hathaway's kitchen storage, designed by the acclaimed Studio Shamshiri, has long been a subject of interest to me, but her shelving goes beyond simple organization. I love the look of the shelves because they toe the line between being purely for storage and purely decorative. The open shelving sits to the left of Hathaway's sink, featuring two levels of farmhouse-style storage. The top shelf holds three sizes of natural clay plates, while the lower shelf holds bowls. A teal blue vase brings out the green in the cabinets and emphasizes the beauty of the shelves.
