As much as I always adored open shelving in my living room and bedroom (where, I confess, it doubles as a bookshelf), it never made sense to bring it to the kitchen.
It goes without saying that this space is prone to splashes and spills, especially around the stove. While I was prepared to tackle the inevitable dust in other rooms, the mess from food prep didn't seem worth it. Then Cameron Diaz changed my mind.
