Explore Your Options

Designing your dream kitchen starts with understanding your choices. On this page, we’ll walk you through the key elements of cabinetry—from construction types and door styles to drawer boxes, wood species, and paint finishes. Whether you're building new or remodeling, this guide will help you choose the right combination of beauty, function, and durability to match your vision and budget.

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Cabinet Styles

Construction Types

Wood Species & Materials

Door Styles

Accessory Options

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Cabinet Styles

You’ve perhaps heard the terms: Framed vs. Frameless, but what does that even mean? Cabinet style isn’t just about looks—it also affects function, storage, and overall design aesthetic. Here’s a quick overview of the main cabinet styles we offer. If you’re still not sure which is right for you, ask your designer to walk your through the options and find the best fit for your needs, design style and budget.

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Framed Partial-Overlay

Framed Partial Overlay shows more of the cabinet frame and offers a traditional, classic look—often the most budget-friendly.

    • Budget-friendly

    • Classic, traditional look

    • Durable frame adds structure and helps with cabinet alignment

    • Easier to install in older or uneven walls

    • Part of the face frame is visible, reducing access and storage space slightly

    • Door gaps are larger and may look less seamless

    • Less of a modern or high-end appearance

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Framed Full-Overlay

Framed Full Overlay covers most of the face frame for a cleaner, more modern appearance with increased storage access.

    • Cleaner, more modern look with minimal gaps between doors

    • Increased interior cabinet space compared to partial overlay

    • Still uses a face frame, which adds strength and ease of installation

    • Slightly more expensive than partial overlay

    • Requires more precision during installation (tighter tolerances)

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Framed Inset

Framed Inset features doors and drawers that sit flush inside the frame, offering a timeless, high-end look with precise craftsmanship.

    • Timeless, high-end furniture look—doors and drawers sit flush with the face frame

    • Great for traditional or custom-designed homes

    • Often associated with craftsmanship and premium cabinetry

    • Typically the most expensive option

    • Reduces some interior cabinet space

    • Sensitive to humidity changes—wood expansion may affect door alignment over time

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Frameless (European-Style)

Frameless (European-style) cabinets eliminate the face frame entirely for a sleek, modern profile and full access to interior space.

    • Sleek, modern look with full access and clean lines

    • No face frame = more usable interior space and larger drawer boxes

    • Ideal for contemporary, minimalist designs

    • Slightly less forgiving on installation, especially on uneven walls

    • Less traditional appearance may not suit all home styles

Construction Types

Behind every beautiful cabinet is the box construction that determines its strength, durability, and performance. Most cabinet lines offer two main construction options:

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Standard Construction

  • Particle Board Construction (Wood chips and resin compressed into panels).

  • More Budget Friendly

  • Weaker under stress, more prone to damage from impact or heaby loads

  • Can swell or degrade when exposed to moisture

  • If you’re remodeling on a tighter budget, outfitting a rental property, or using in an area with lower everyday use.

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All Plywood Construction

  • Plywood Construction. Layers of wood veneer glued together in alternating directions

  • More expensive. This is typically a 20% increase in overall cabinet cost depending on brand.

  • Very strong and rigid; holds screws and fasteners well.

  • Not waterproof, but is more resistant to moisture and warping.

  • If you want longer-lasting cabinets, better structural strength, or are investing in a high-use, long-term kitchen.

Wood Species & Materials

Choosing the right cabinet door material is about more than just looks—it affects durability, maintenance, and overall style. Curious about what your material options are— and what’s the difference? Read below.

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Wood Species

Wood doors offer natural warmth, rich grain patterns, and timeless beauty. Each species has its own character and will make your kitchen uniquely yours.

    • Alder

    • Beech

    • Black Walnut

    • Cherry

    • Hickory

    • Maple

    • Red Oak

    • Rift White Oak

    • Rustic Alder

    • Rustic Beech

    • Rustic Maple

    • Sapele

    • VG Fir

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Painted

Painted doors typically use maple or MDF for a smooth finish. They offer a crisp, clean look in any color.

  • Our manufactures offer over 48 different paint color finishes to choose from— and if you’re looking for something exact, they partner with Sherwin Williams and Benjamin Moore with a “Select Your Paint Program”. Ask your designer for more details.

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Textured Laminate

Textured laminate mimics the look and feel of real wood grain with added durability and resistance to scratches and stains.

  • Available in either a slab or shaker door style, textured laminate is available in 4 color options. Reach out to your designer for more information.

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Laminate

Laminate gives a sleek, modern appearance and is easy to clean. It’s cost-effective and durable.

  • Laminate is available in a standard, super matte or high gloss finish with over 11 color options to choose from. Reach out to your designer for more information.

Door Styles

Your cabinet door style sets the tone for your entire kitchen. Whether you love the clean lines of Shaker, the charm of recessed or raised panels, or the sleek simplicity of slab fronts, we offer a variety of styles to match any aesthetic—from classic to contemporary.

Please note these are just a small offering of what is available. Set up a consultation with a designer to explore more options.

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“Standard” Shaker

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“Arch” Raised Panel

A plain, off-white cabinet door with a simple rectangular frame.

“Slim” Shaker

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Double Detailed Shaker

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Raised Panel

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“Detailed” Shaker

Cream-colored cabinet door with decorative molding.

“Detailed” Shaker

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Beadboard Back Shaker

Accessory Options

Take your kitchen to the next level with thoughtful cabinet accessories designed to improve organization, maximize storage, and enhance everyday functionality. From pull-out spice racks and utensil dividers to built-in trash bins, tray organizers, and lift-up appliance garages—there’s a solution for every lifestyle.

Please note: Accessory availability varies by cabinet brand and product line. To ensure your must-haves are included, talk to your designer about your specific needs. We’ll help you select the cabinet line that offers the right features to bring your kitchen vision to life. Additionally, the specific style of each insert may vary slightly per manufacturer.

Here are just a few of our favorites, additional accessories may be sourced per your specific needs.

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Stand Mixer

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Drawer Peg System

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Cutlery Tray Divider

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Sink Cleaning Caddy

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Knife Block Insert

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Blind-Corner Pull-Out

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Spice Tray Insert

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Trash Can Pull-Out

Decorative Options

It’s the little details that make a kitchen truly feel like yours. From custom decorative hoods and open floating shelves to elegant glass doors, statement hardware, and stylish furniture-style legs, these design elements bring personality, texture, and style to your space.

Whether you’re aiming for a modern minimal look or a traditional layered design, we offer a wide range of decorative options to elevate your kitchen. Availability may vary by cabinet brand and series—be sure to share your vision with your designer, and we’ll guide you to the best options to bring it to life.

Here are just a few of our favorites, additional decorative details are available.

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Decorative Hoods

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Floating Shelves

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Glass Doors

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Decorative Hardware

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