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Design Dilemma Polls Kitchens

Are you for or against upper cabinets in the kitchen?

6 years ago

What do you think about upper cabinets in a kitchen: do you offer you extra storage? does it make the space seem smaller?

Let us know in the comments or vote for your favourite option.

I like upper cabinets

I don't like upper cabinets

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Comments (2)

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Dabrovska Design
6 years ago
I definitely prefer them in. If designed well, they add depth and grandeur to the space.
Ellie
6 years ago
No, I don't like upper wall units, but for most people they need them for storage. I am planning my new kitchen and want no wall units. I want my kitchen to look as unkitchenlike as possible. I want my units to look like pieces of furniture.
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