Open Shelving in the Kitchen

It is all the rage right now to have gobs and gobs of open shelving in kitchens for many reasons.

1. It tends to really open up the space.
2. It's a great way to display your best dishes.
3. Easy access to everyday items.
4. Looks fresh and modern.

All that being said, let's look at some inspiration pics for open shelving in the kitchen:

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Have you joined the open shelving trend or are you a closed-cabinet kind of person?