Are We Finally Done With Fluted Cabinets? Designers Say This Once-Loved Kitchen Trend Is On The Way Out

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When looking back on the kitchen trends of the last decade, few details have spread through luxury interiors as quickly as fluted cabinetry. With the rise of fluting in boutique hospitality spaces and the increasing adoption of custom joinery in home kitchens, these popular vertical grooves have become one of the most requested finishes.

Fluted kitchen details have made a habit of appearing across islands, pantry doors, breakfast bars, and full kitchen runs. Homeowners have loved how this kitchen trend can add texture without color, introduce shadow and dimension and create visual interest in minimalist spaces. Moreover, fluted cabinets have been seen as a shortcut to a kitchen that feels bespoke and elevated.