Modern Wooden Cabinetry for the Modern Kitchen

Posted by Mod Cabinetry on October 21st, 2019

Today's home cooks are looking for ways to reconnect with the past, reviving fond traditions of yore like the secret family recipe, homegrown ingredients, and expecting loved ones to be home for dinner. Once again, the kitchen is becoming a major epicenter of domestic activity and one of the first things a prospective homebuyer will scrutinize. A fresh kitchen build or renovation is the perfect way to honor times gone by while making a meaningful investment for the future. It doesn't even have to be expensive! Read more to discover why cabinet choices define any kitchen design. 

Move over, countertops - it's the cabinets that truly make the kitchen. At a glance, cabinets are simple, humble, and functional. They store food items and dishes, among other articles. But they take up most of the wall space in a kitchen and as a result, they're a major focal point. Fortunately, countless color, finish, material, and style choices give the homeowner plenty of artistic licenses. But which to choose for the final product? Traditional cabinets with the familiar inset decorative frame on the doors? How about a glossy lacquer or high-tech veneer for something shiny and new?

Modern wood kitchen cabinets offer a balance between classic and contemporary styles. They have the beautiful look of woodgrain and the seamless, clean-lined construction that a modern kitchen aesthetic needs. Besides being timeless, wood is also very durable, easy to clean, and resistant to scratching and blemishing. Lacquered cabinets must be regularly cleaned to maintain their sheen, and veneers simply can't hold a candle to the long-lived strength of wood. 

For your modern wood cabinets, you can select maple, oak, walnut, cherry, and alder, either tastefully stained or natural to showcase its rugged beauty. Sleek hardware completes the look, blending the old and the new in a graceful fusion sure to impress all your house guests or potential buyers. They say few things add value and appeal to a home like a gorgeously updated kitchen, and it all starts with the cabinetry. 

It's one thing to honor the past, but it's another to have a kitchen that chefs and guests both old and new would envy! If you're looking for a surefire way to take your kitchen design or remodel to the next level, consider modern wood kitchen cabinets. Many suppliers have software to help you design your new space and visualize your new cabinets. They'll send you samples of your favorite choices and offer complimentary estimates once you're ready to have the kitchen of your dreams.