Transitional cabinet doors have been trending for several years and, and are predicted to continue in popularity for some time, however there are some subtle style changes gaining momentum. We’re seeing a rise in kitchens completed with a natural finish, similar to furniture from the mid-century modern period. High-quality, natural materials like maple, walnut, white oak, rift white oak, cherry and hickory with their beautiful and interesting natural wood grain patterns are very popular.
Our wide-frame C101W cabinet doors with square OE5 or slightly rounded OE4 outside edge, and square IE5, or subtly beveled IE2, IE9 inside edges and flat panel with optional horizontal panel grain direction vs standard vertical panel grain (shown below) are a unique, transitional style that pairs well with existing architecture while bring a more transitional-modern look to the space.
Another popular transitional cabinet door style is our cope and stick door using OE4, our 1/8″ bullnose outside edge to subtly soften the look and feel of the door frame, paired with a flat panel and our stepped/beveled IE4 inside edge. This combination has a hint of detail to create a versatile, transitional look.
A newer profile option that works well with transitional decor pairs our OE5 square outside edge with IE14 shelf detail inside edge and a flat panel. The Select Beech wood species used in this example is a beautiful light-medium, neutral color that works well with a clear finish as well as a wide variety of stain colors from light grey, driftwood wash to dark, almost black stains.
