Planning the kitchen is one of the most important aspects of building a home, and kitchen remodels offer one of the best returns on investment if done well. Using glass for cabinet doors can be a unique way to upgrade the look of your kitchen. Check out these creative tips for using glass.

Using Glass for Cabinet Doors in Kitchen Design

1. Glass on Upper Cabinets

Adding glass to upper cabinets breaks the monotony and adds visual interest at eye level and above. It’s a wonderful method of showcasing fine china or favorite dishes while keeping them secure. Using glass in small, high cabinets adds a transom window look and adds interest in the line from floor to ceiling. For a modern, streamlined look, plan for full glass doors with no wood framing.

2. Tall Glass 

Installing tall glass for cabinet doors on a pantry or floor-to-ceiling cabinetry adds a unique, European look to the kitchen and is useful for housing tall items like vases, candlesticks, and even a wine or liquor collection. This is an option for those who keep the pantry tidy, as contents will be clearly visible. 

3. Patterned Glass

Patterned, painted, or frosted glass adds sophistication and visual appeal while keeping items secure and out of sight. Painted glass is modern and sleek, while patterned options can go with contemporary or vintage styling. Consider using this style of glass as an accent rather than throughout the kitchen.

4. Glass-Fronted Peninsula Cabinets

If you’re planning a peninsula counter area with cabinets to divide kitchen and dining space, glass cabinet doors add a sense of space and light. This approach creates the feel of an open kitchen but with the visual separation of space that some homeowners prefer.

5. Accent Base-Level Cabinets

Glass can be a nice accent in lower level cabinetry as well, especially those on islands or underneath a wall-mounted oven. Paired with patterned glass, one or two base cabinets create a focal point and break up the sameness of the room. 

Using glass for cabinet doors creates light, space, and visual interest for a new kitchen or remodel. Furniture City Glass & Mirror serves the Triad area of North Carolina with custom glass and mirror solutions for kitchen cabinets and bathroom fixtures as well as window glass replacement and more. Everyone on the team has at least 20-30 years in the industry. Call (336) 841-5333 to discuss your project or visit the website to learn about residential products.