When day-dreaming about your dream kitchen, you’re probably not picturing different types of unit handles. But… maybe you should be. Handles can make all the difference to a kitchen space, both in terms of aesthetics and functionality. For those of you who prefer a minimalist, refined kitchen space, handleless kitchen cabinets might just be the elegant, contemporary solution you’ve been looking for.
Handleless kitchens: the minimalist look
The appeal of handleless kitchen doors lies in their stripped-back, minimalist design. Instead of traditional handles, unit doors and drawers are equipped with built-in open and closing systems, also known as 'push systems'. In this system, unit doors are built to open with a simple push.
Practical, but also very elegant, handleless kitchen unit fronts create sleek, unbroken lines in the kitchen space, giving a sense of volume to the room. For this reason, they’re a great option for open kitchen spaces. Unbroken lines allow the unit fronts to blend into the décor’s background, making the space seem more organised.
Handleless kitchens: the functional choice
Aside from looking elegant, handleless kitchen cabinets can often be the most functional option. Built-in closing systems means doors and drawers open easily with a light push.
The absence of handles reduces the likelihood of accidentally banging into or getting hooked onto units, making them a safer option for children or seniors.
Another advantage of handleless kitchens is how easy they are to clean and maintain. Traditional handles have a tendency to accumulate dust and dirt, requiring constant cleaning. With handleless kitchen doors, a simple wipe is enough to keep the smooth surfaces dust-free.
Handleless kitchens: universal style
Although handleless kitchen units are touted as an ideal minimalist solution, your kitchen space doesn’t have to be ultra-minimalist to suit them. They adapt really well to different styles, including rustic, industrial and traditional kitchens. Their simple design means that the eye is not naturally drawn to them, so they neatly blend into the background of any style of décor.
The unit fronts in the FINE range from Santos, distributed in all of the eba showrooms, offer numerous colour options, from block colours to stone and wood patterns. There will no doubt be something to fit your ideal kitchen space.
An alternative to handleless units: discrete handles
If you don't want to get rid of handles completely but would still like a pared-back design, integrated pull handles could be a better solution for you. In this practical system, the handle is directly built into the unit front.
Alternatively, our linear handles are installed across the length of the unit door, running along either the width or height of the unit, according to its configuration. It's a particularly practical and discrete solution if you're not a fan of the push system.
To conclude, handleless kitchen cabinets are a practical, elegant solution for anyone looking to create a contemporary, well-designed kitchen. Highly functional, easy to clean and adaptable to any space, they are an ideal choice for any interior design lovers. At eba, alternative minimalist solutions are offered in the form of integrated pull or linear handles, which offer an equally sophisticated look.
If you’re eager to get started on your own kitchen renovations, get in contact with our team. We’ll happily assist you in choosing the right opening systems for your minimalist kitchen designs.
