Cabinets play an important role in both your kitchen's appearance and functionality. From sleek stainless steel to traditional cherry, explore options in kitchen cabinets.

Dark Cabinet Finishes

Hues of chocolate and espresso are a current trend in kitchen cabinetry, according to the National Kitchen & Bath Association. This versatile treatment can be incorporated in both traditional and contemporary kitchens.

Shaker-Style Cabinets

While traditional remains the most popular style in kitchen cabinetry, Shaker has overtaken contemporary as the second most-popular style, according to the NKBA. This style features simple, square-paneled doors that complement nearly any kitchen.

Classic Cherry Cabinets

Cherry is the most popular wood for kitchen cabinetry, followed closely by maple. Traditional cherry cabinetry paired with cherry floors and granite cabinets give this kitchen timeless appeal.

Exotic Touch With Bamboo Cabinets

Bamboo cabinets add a unique look to this kitchen designed by Joshua Foss. Other alternative woods to consider include mahogany, sapele and anaglade.

Flat-Panel Cabinets

For a modern or contemporary kitchen, flat-panel cabinets are a perfect fit. High-gloss bisque cabinets with sleek stainless steel handles enhance this kitchen's sleek appeal.

The Natural Look

The glazed cabinet treatment is phasing out with the rise of textured looks: wood grain peeking through brushed finishes. Designed by Andreas Charalambous, this kitchen's simple, custom-made sycamore upper cabinets are balanced by the sheen of the stainless steel base cabinets.

Concealed Appliances in Cabinets

Cabinet manufacturers now offer panels that fit over refrigerators, ovens and dishwashers, allowing them to blend in seamlessly with the rest of the kitchen.

Cabinet Drawers

Today's homeowners are opting for base drawers rather than wall cabinets. Drawers are more accessible than cabinets and can be used to organize dishes, pots, pans, utensils and more.