Recent trends have seen a surge in people ditching upper cabinets in favor of open shelving for a more lived-in look. And while it's a look many designers are favoring, it's not without its drawbacks.

Close up of metal and wood open shelf design with various mugs and flatware on display. - Kirpal Kooner/Getty Images With the rise of minimalism, many homeowners are enjoying the many creative ways to ...

Open shelving fatigue is real, and designers are recommending glass-front cabinets as the perfect alternative, balancing open ...