For those who love design, creating a home that is both ultra-modern and timeless can feel like a somewhat impossible challenge. After all, while a sleek, contemporary look may tap into trends currently, this style hasn't proven itself in the way that other kitchen styles have done over recent decades. However, while it's hard to find a balance, Michael Bublé and Luisana Lopilato have proved it's achievable.
The singer and actress have designed a bright white kitchen featuring clean countertops, a tiled backsplash, and, most importantly of all, handleless cabinets that, designers say, are key to the sucsess of the modern yet classic look.
'A minimalist aesthetic is never more desirable than in a kitchen – a room that is now not just for cooking in, but also for living in. Handleless kitchen cabinets aren't anything new, but as maximalist interiors begin to decline in popularity, sleek, minimal kitchens are once more becoming the go-to for homeowners all over the world,' comments Paul Dore, kitchen worktop expert at County Stone.
According to Dore, handleless kitchen cabinets, much like the ones Bublé owns, are among the most effective ways of introducing that polished and sophisticated look into a kitchen. A look into the couple's clutter-free is a reminder of their power.
'While handleless cabinets may be seen as modern, they do, in fact, offer a timeless look that integrates with almost every kitchen style. Whether you’re looking for that ultramodern kitchen style with clean lines that oozes sophistication, or you’re lusting after a more traditional look straight from Instagram, their uncluttered appearance can add elegance and a point of difference to any kitchen,' Dore explains.
A look inside Bublé and Lopilato's room reminds us that the clean (yet classic) style is arguably a handleless cabinet's strongest quality. However, there's more to this function than their good looks.
'The absence of prominent handles also means there are no more accidental bumps and snags - ideal for busy young families where the kitchen truly is the heart of the home, as well as those who have limited mobility or accessibility,' Dore comments. 'A simple push-to-open and close mechanism makes them particularly perfect for kitchens that are used throughout the day or as a through-room.'
Plus, we expect that while space isn't at a premium in Bublé and Lopilato's home, the space-enhancing nature of handleless cabinets means we can best enjoy their benefits in small kitchens.
'Regardless of how big your kitchen is, there will always be the need for more storage. As such, floor-to-ceiling and full-wall cabinets have become a popular choice as people look to use all available space. You may think that this makes the room feel smaller, but the uninterrupted lines that are created by handleless kitchen cabinets across a space can actually give the impression of a larger and more space.' Dore says.
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Finally, it's impossible not to note the benefits of cleanliness. 'We all know that a clean kitchen is never clean for long, but handles just make that little bit harder to keep clean,' Dore comments.
'Handles attract dirt, grime, and germs from all over and require more in-depth cleaning to get into nooks and crannies. But with the absence of handles, a quick wipe with a cloth will leave your kitchen looking like it jumped straight out of a magazine.'
