There are a million details to consider when designing cabinetry, but the main one is what is happening in the rest of the space. Cabinetry has a way of anchoring a space and can be a huge part of the overall aesthetic (like in a kitchen), so it’s important to get all the factors accounted for first (like function, appliances etc.), and then work on the appearance. We also think about the adjacent spaces and how the cabinetry will impact them. Overall, cabinetry can play a huge role in the aesthetics and function of the home, so we consider it important enough to always go the custom route. Our team has a really big heart for cabinetry and we love to design it!

*Design by Yond Interiors, Photo by* *Erin Little*

*Design by Yond Interiors, Photography by* *Amanda Birnie*

Door Profiles, Explained

After the materials, the profile of the door is one of the most important elements to consider. The more details included on the doors, the more traditional, so it’s probably not a surprise that we tend to lean on the side of less ornamentation. We typically specify inset doors and drawers, meaning the face of the door is flush with the face of the cabinet boxes. Doors that sit atop the frames of the cabinet boxes are called overlay, and they may be sized to completely cover the boxes (a full overlay) or not (a partial overlay). Inset doors and drawers have a classic European feel, and the look fantastic with flat fronts, Shaker-style doors, or simple routed details.

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*Design by Yond Interiors, Photography by* *Erin Little*

Custom Details to Consider

Each of our projects is very different, and we design to the specifications of our clients while always considering the architecture and location of the home. Many of our clients these days are asking for more deep drawers than cabinetry doors and all the custom inserts for knives, spices, plate pegs etc. We also do a lot of vanity cabinetry with outlets on the inside of a drawer for inconspicuous charging of electric toothbrushes, razors, and such.

We’ve always been and continue to be into integrated hardware, where the hardware for the cabinetry is integrated into the design itself (no need applied hardware). We love stretching our creative minds and thinking up new ways to operate cabinetry. We’ve also been inspired by the resurgence of color and are having lots of fun with our paint grade cabinetry these days!

Creating a Whole-Home Cabinetry Plan

When we begin a new project, our approach is always to think of the home as a whole from the very beginning. We are always thinking about the interaction between our spaces and figuring out where and how to place materials to achieve a cohesive look while maintaining some distinction in different rooms. Creating mood boards and getting all of our ideas out there at the concept phase really helps to connect those common threads. Most clients want to spend on their kitchens and primary baths, so we often consider stain-grade materials like white oak or walnut for those spaces and then paint grade for the other spaces as a means to help manage the budget.