Kitchen design experts make the case for the glass-front cabinet trend and share tips for how to style them.

“They can help make a kitchen feel more open and bright,” Kropp says.

Because practicality is essential in a kitchen, Bakes recommends using a mix of cabinet styles.

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Versatility is one of the key benefits of glass-front cabinets.

The first is their design, and the second their placement within the kitchen.

Not only does the glass lighten up the space, it offers an opportunity to get creative.

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“Avoid cluttering these cabinetsanything within will be displayed as part of your decor,” Bakes says.

“When styling glass-front cabinets,internal lightingcan make a huge difference,” she says.

“It adds warmth and a touch of elegance, highlighting the items inside.”

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