About Open Kitchen Cabinet Storage
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About Open Kitchen Cabinet Storage
Cabinet planning when opening kitchen to living space, storage, islands, and sight lines.
Cabinet planning when opening kitchen to living space, storage, islands, and sight lines.
Replacing wall cabinets with working storage
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Replacing wall cabinets with working storage
When a load-bearing wall comes out, you lose upper and base runs on that line. Plan compensating storage on remaining walls, in the island, and in a pantry before demolition.
Review kitchen cabinet options early so door style, depth, and interior accessories are locked at design sign-off.
Island cabinets as the new anchor
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Island cabinets as the new anchor
In open layouts the island often becomes the main prep zone and visual divider. Size base cabinets for drawers, trash pullouts, and appliance garages, not just seating overhang.
See our kitchen island design guide for clearances on Boise ranches and newer Meridian floor plans.
Upper cabinets and sight lines
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Upper cabinets and sight lines
Shorter uppers, glass doors, or open shelving keep the living room in view while preserving dish and pantry storage. Align finished heights with windows and beam lines after structural engineering.
Structural checks before demo
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Structural checks before demo
Verify beam sizing and point loads for Boise ranches and split-levels. Ada County sheets should be approved before demolition.
