In this episode of Love Your Kitchen, host Faye Newman explores the ins and outs of handleless kitchen design. Recorded at Elgar Kitchens in Worcestershire, Faye shares examples and expert advice on the different types of handleless kitchens, from J-pull doors and rail systems to push-to-open and integrated handles. She also covers practical tips on layout, symmetry, and how to achieve a seamless, functional and stylish result.

Key Takeaways

Understand your options. There are several styles of handleless kitchens, including J-pull, rail systems (true handleless), push-to-open, integrated handles, and trim handles. Each offers a different look, function, and cost.

Rail systems offer versatility. They’re the most popular due to their clean aesthetic and ability to incorporate different finishes and colours, but they do require careful planning for space and installation.

Mix and match styles. You can creatively combine handleless options, using rail systems for base units, push-to-open for tall units, or adding statement handles for contrast.

Details matter. Consider elements like mid-rails, continuous plinths, raised end panels, and lighting to elevate the final design and keep it looking clean and streamlined.

Best Moments

“If you’re tight on space, switching to push-to-open on tall units can save you 100mm or more by removing vertical rails.”

“A seamless kitchen isn’t just about the doors, it’s about flow, alignment, and the little touches that make it feel effortless.”

“Lighting can make or break a handleless kitchen. Strips under worktops and plinths really elevate the mood.”

“The beauty of handleless is in the simplicity, but simplicity takes planning.”

About the Host

Faye Newman is a freelance Kitchen Designer with eight years of experience in the industry. With a background in furniture design and a passion for creating spaces that reflect the essence of the home, Faye brings a unique perspective to kitchen design. Her dedication to client satisfaction and love for her craft shines through in every project she undertakes.

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