When planning your new kitchen, corners can be one of the trickiest areas to design well. They're often overlooked, but the right solution can make a huge difference in how functional and user-friendly your kitchen feels day to day.
Here’s a breakdown of the most common corner cabinet options, including the pros, cons, and costs you should consider before locking in your design.
1. Standard Corner Cabinet
Pros:
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Uses all available volume in the corner
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Cost-effective solution
Cons:
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Can be hard to access—especially when overloaded
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Not ideal for everyday items
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Accessories like carousels add cost but don’t fully optimize the space
Tip:
This is often where people store items they rarely need. If you go with this option, avoid storing heavy or frequently used items.
2. Blind Corner Cabinet
Pros:
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Budget-friendly and uses more of the corner volume
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Can be paired with pull-out accessories
Cons:
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Access is awkward—often involves unloading other items first
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Accessories can be pricey and prone to wear if overloaded
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Some dead space still remains
Tip:
If you're adding pull-outs, invest in high-quality hardware to avoid long-term issues.
3. Blind Corner Pantry
Pros:
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Offers a wall of usable storage
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Can be customized with reduced shelving for better reach
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Visually sleek and functional
Cons:
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Doesn’t use the entire corner volume
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Requires sufficient space in the layout
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Slightly higher price point due to size and cabinetry
Design Insight:
Double doors can improve access, but be mindful of entrance width limitations.
4. Void Corner
Pros:
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Most cost-effective option
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Lets you extend functional drawers or bins deeper into the layout
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Great when you want simplicity and efficiency
Cons:
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Completely voids out the corner—no internal storage
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It can feel like wasted space if not planned right
Creative Idea:
With bar seating behind the kitchen, consider adding reverse access to this void space for occasional-use items.
5. Corner Drawers
Pros:
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Super functional—pull out like standard drawers
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Great for daily-use items
Cons:
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Doesn’t use all the corner volume
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One of the most expensive corner solutions
Note:
These are functional and stylish, but come with a higher price tag. Consider if they offer enough benefits for your budget.
6. Fly Box Pull-Out (e.g., from Mipole)
Pros:
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Offers separate access to top and bottom shelves
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Functional for small to medium items
Cons:
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Doesn’t utilize full corner space
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Limited by door width
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Adds significant cost to the project
Reality Check:
This is a premium option that looks great and functions well, but comes at a higher cost than many expect.
Final Thoughts
Every corner solution comes with trade-offs between cost, functionality, and space optimization. The best one for your kitchen depends on:
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How often you’ll use the items stored there
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Your budget
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How important ease of access is to you
Sometimes, the smartest move is voiding the corner and focusing your investment elsewhere. Other times, it’s worth spending a bit more to make that awkward space actually work for you.
Need help choosing the right corner cabinet for your kitchen?
Book a free consultation with our design team—we’ll help you weigh up the options based on your space, needs, and budget.
