General

Standard kitchen cabinet sizes make it easier to plan a layout that works with countertops, sinks, dishwashers, ranges, refrigerators, and other common kitchen components. In most U.S. kitchens, base cabinets are built around a 34.5-inch box height and 24-inch depth, wall cabinets commonly use a... Continue reading

When it comes to kitchen renovation, nothing causes more headaches than cabinet mistakes. Some people choose poor quality materials and the cabinets start warping after two years. Some get hardware that breaks every few months. Others miscalculate the layout and end up blocking outlets or... Continue reading

When people talk about “modern cabinets,” they often mean cabinetry that feels sleek, minimal, and very much of the moment. As a kitchen designer who’s been helping families across the U.S. for two decades, I can tell you: modern cabinets aren’t just a trend—they’re a... Continue reading

When it comes to renovating your kitchen, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is choosing the right material for your cabinets. As a kitchen designer with over 20 years of experience, I’ve seen countless homeowners wrestle with this choice—especially busy moms who want... Continue reading

Short answer: Yes — white cabinets are absolutely still trendy in 2025, but they’re no longer the “safe, sterile default”. They’ve evolved. If you do them smartly (warm tones, mixed materials, good lighting), they feel fresh, timeless, and very now. If you just slap on... Continue reading

Short answer: Yes — black cabinets can be a fantastic idea, but only when done with care and smart design. If you slap black everywhere without planning, you might regret it. But if you lean into contrast, texture, and your space’s light, black can give... Continue reading

As someone who has been working in home organization for many years, I have seen one thing again and again. People think their kitchen is too small, but in reality, most kitchens are just poorly used. Space is rarely the real problem. It is the... Continue reading

Your kitchen cabinets do more than hold your dishes—they shape the look and feel of your whole kitchen. But everyday problems like grease, humidity, and temperature changes can quietly ruin them. Wiping with the wrong cleaner or ignoring small stains might be slowly wearing out... Continue reading

When the cabinets in your kitchen have been with you many years, sooner or later you start thinking, maybe it is time to make the space look new again. I know many younger homeowners who move into an older apartment and tell me, every time... Continue reading