Pure aesthetics meet high functionality: A handleless kitchen combines a clear, no-frills design with practical storage space. The purist look brings visual calm to the room. But is a kitchen without handles really better than a classic design - and what is actually meant by a handleless kitchen? We explain and reveal tips for aesthetic design.
The definition seems simple: A handleless kitchen does away with knobs or mouldings. Cupboards and drawers can be opened conveniently with gentle pressure or using recessed handles. However, there are different versions of purist furnishings:
For many, the minimalist look is the argument in favour of a handleless kitchen. It is important to weigh up the advantages and disadvantages of a handleless kitchen.
| Advantages | Disadvantages |
|---|---|
| Seamless surfaces are quick and easy to clean - and you don't have to clean the handles. | Doors with sensor and tip-on technology can open accidentally. |
| Handleless designs reduce the risk of impact. This is particularly useful in households with small children | The opening system requires space and reduces the available storage space. |
| Purist surfaces create a feeling of space. This is a plus point, especially in small kitchens. | Fingerprints are sometimes clearly visible. |
A matt hob from BORA fits perfectly into minimalist kitchens.
Depending on the design, handleless kitchens can look purist and elegant or deliberately stay in the background. They can radiate harmonious cosiness or be part of a design-oriented, trendy interior.
Once handleless, always handleless: It is theoretically possible to retrofit the kitchen front with handles. However, this only makes sense if the respective opening system can be deactivated. This means that well thought-out planning is required when purchasing:
Details should also be included - such as a towel hanger. Many people use the kitchen handles for this. But what to do if they are missing? The kitchen towel can be hung on the handle of the oven, for example. If you prefer a perfectly tidy kitchen, integrate pull-out towel rails into a cupboard.
Good to know: A handleless kitchen is often more expensive than a kitchen with handles. The reasons: Milling recessed grips is time-consuming and opening mechanisms incur additional costs. In return, it impresses with its particularly high-quality appearance.
An overall picture as if from a single mould: This is what many people want from their handleless kitchen - this is achieved above all through the consistent integration of the electrical appliances:
