Back when I was working on my kitchen remodel two years ago, kitchen trends were evolving. The classic Shaker style, with its rustic painted cabinets, was starting to look a bit old hat, and a new aesthetic was appearing.
Brands like the Scandinavian kitchen company Nordiska Kok were showcasing kitchen designs where the modern wood cabinets were framed with protruding wood surrounds, adding a graphic, grid-like appearance that seemed fresh, and interesting. They added an intriguing 3D element while still keeping to the calm, pared-back minimalist approach that was so appealing after all those dark blue Shaker cabinets. I embraced it for my own home, commissioning a local maker to create bespoke cabinets just like these.
