One of my longtime fantasies was to have kitchen drawers instead of cabinets! (Yes, my fantasies absolutely include more drawers.🤣 Function first in kitchen organization!)
I’m a professional designer and organizer, and today I’m sharing my FREE design list of the 5 genius benefits you get by choosing kitchen drawers instead of cabinets…
(I didn’t know when during my life this Drawer Dream would ever happen, but in my brain, it made total sense and was filed away for future.)
How To Organize Kitchen Drawers And Cabinets
Was my chance to make these drawer fantasies come true. Within my grasp was the ability to never, ever struggle with a lower kitchen cabinet again!
Now, I can look around our new kitchen and count drawers galore. We have 45 lower drawers and 0 cabinets. Zero! And never—NEVER—have I once wished for a lower cabinet again. We’re 100% thankful we did all kitchen drawers instead of cabinets. Why?
We had so much space left over with my “Drawer City Kitchen” plan that alllllllll our extra drawers are now being used for other items (such as one big drawer that houses pool towels and goggles because it’s by the door we go out to the pool). But I’ll talk about how exactly we organized everything in other posts like this one and this one.
Reasons You Should Choose Drawers Instead Of Lower Cabinets
Why do I think we all should install kitchen drawers instead of cabinets in the lower spaces of a kitchen? I’m so glad you asked!
Think about it. Because the lower cabinet space can be broken up into smaller sections with drawers, more of that space is usable. Of course, if you just replaced one cabinet with one drawer, that may not be true—but when you can replace 1 cabinet with 3-4 drawers, suddenly you’re able to fill so many more cubic inches (and feet!).
For example, instead of one or two big cabinets that hold “pots & pans, ” you could do three to six different drawers. One big drawer for the big pots. One drawer for the smaller pans. Another drawer for all the lids, or section out the lids into different categories.
Deep Kitchen Drawer Organizer
The point is, YOU get to decide how you want to organize it, drawer by drawer, and YOU will find exactly what you need as soon as you open that particular drawer.
Some will ask about drawers vs cabinets for pots and pans. We still believe that drawers make your pots and pans infinitely more accessible than cabinets do! (Instead of having to rummage around in the back of cabinets for a small pan or a lost lid, you can just pull out a drawer and easily access everything stored “in the back.”)
Kitchen drawers instead of cabinet doors means eliminating hassle and time wasted looking for things. No digging around in cabinet shelves to find something. No pulling out a bunch of pots or appliances from the lower cabinet shelf to get to the other stuff behind it. You open a drawer and there it is! The exact thing you needed! Right there before your very eyes! It’s storage magic!
How To Deal With Deep Kitchen Drawers
For decades, traditional home builders have installed lower cabinets instead of drawers. This is starting to look dated, and installing kitchen drawers instead of cabinets gives your kitchen a much more updated, well-into-the-21st-century look!
If you’re remodeling and trying to figure out how many drawers you need, the layout, the interiors, and what exactly to put where, you need THIS!
Maybe it’s because I’m the Crazy Drawer Lady, but I genuinely think that people doing kitchen drawers instead of cabinets is the way the world is going to go! It’s smart, it’s efficient, and there are zero drawbacks that we’ve experienced!
Kitchen Storage Solutions For A Clutter Free Space
With that, if you ever sold your home in future, having been forward thinking about installing kitchen drawers instead of cabinets is something we believe will get you a better resale value on your home!
If you’re feeling frustrated or overwhelmed because you can’t afford a full remodel but you still want to have drawers instead of cabinets, we got you covered! This outlines every single thing you need! (Some you may have thought of already; some you definitely haven’t!)
I’m cracking myself up because no, no drawer companies pay me for all these passionate pro-drawer stances.😆 I’m just genuinely a die-hard drawer fan! Like I’ve written before with our laundry room, I’d probably answer to “Hey Drawer Lady!” in a crowded room. Without hesitating.
Best Kitchen Drawer Organizers!
Step right up, my friend, and let me show you one of my favorite sections of drawers (and some of our guests’ favorites too, when they see them in person!).
Kitchen cabinets with deep drawers, but even better! Take away that whole having-to-open-the-cabinet-door part, and you’re left with the most luscious, deep kitchen drawers!
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Each of those drawers above is extra tall. We measured all our appliances, added a couple inches in case we were ever to get any larger ones in future, and BAM! Extra deep kitchen drawers. We were done! Need the blender? We just pull out a drawer and grab it. No fuss. Need the Cuisinart? No problem. Pull out the drawer and there it is! With all its extra blades and everything. Together!
How We Organized All Our Drawers & Cabinets In The Mountain House Kitchen
More expensive than just doing plain cabinets, you might want to calculate your time savings. We’ve done that with some of our kitchen hacks (like this), which has saved us
If you’re looking to add more drawers to your home in other areas than the kitchen, check out these examples of how we utilized different drawer configurations for maximum storage and functionality (while still keeping it beautiful):
We’re booked with design clients through next year but you can get our kitchen organization and/or design help both with videos and printables here.
Diamond At Lowes
Heyyy, you found us!🤗 It’s so fun to meet you! We’re Jess & Matt, a husband-wife team helping you create smart spaces that free up your time & enjoyment! We help you work smarter (not harder) + gain 100% confidence in every home decision you make! 👉Who’s “The Brain” & who’s “The Brawn”?When you plan a kitchen renovation, you don't just focus on style—another overarching goal is to make this space more functional. To do so, many homeowners have started replacing their lower kitchen cabinets with drawers. There are plenty of reasons why this is a smart idea: Not only do drawers offer additional storage and better accessibility for seniors and children alike, but they provide a cleaner aesthetic, too—and who doesn't love a seamless blend of form
Not sure if this big switch is right for you? We asked interior designers to share more about this versatile kitchen renovation trend, from the (overwhelming) benefits to the things you should consider before you make the swap.
How often have you squatted to reach that pesky pan lid all the way at the back of your kitchen cabinet? It isn't just annoying—deep cabinets can be tough on our back and knees. For aging adults or those with limited mobility, kitchen drawers allow for easy access to all contents, says Bernadette Cuaycong, the design manager at Block Renovation. Since you can pull the drawer out completely and reveal its contents, you can locate what you need ASAP—no digging or reaching necessary.
How To Organize Your Kitchen Cabinets And Drawers
If you need to store oversized countertop kitchen appliances when they're not in use—like blenders and air fryers—note that drawers often provide more storage space than cabinets. Because drawers lack a vertical divider in the middle (which most cabinets have), you can use every inch of space for your kitchen goods, says Cuaycong.
This is also key if you're working in a kitchen where space is tight. You can store more items in a smaller drawer space, which can be particularly useful in smaller kitchens where space is at a premium, says Bridgette Caporaso, the owner and principal designer at Sketch Design Studio.
Drawers offer more flexibility and customization potential than cabinets, says Caporaso. Most of the time, they can be adapted as your needs change—unlike cabinet shelves that only offer varying heights. There are dozens of excellent organizers that can be used to tailor your storage needs, such as separate compartments for specific items, like cutlery, utensils, and spices—making it easier to locate items quickly, she says. Typically, these organizers are easily removed or repositioned, allowing users to change the storage configuration as their needs evolve.
Pullouts Or Drawers In Kitchen Cabinets
Have a little one at home eager to learn alongside you in the kitchen? Drawers make it easier for tiny hands to access tools, bowls, and more, says Natalie Rebuck, a principal designer at Re: Design Architects. Parents will find that having drawers is easier for kids as they get older and start to get more involved with helping to cook and set the table, she says. This also makes it easier for
To know where things are supposed to go. With a cabinet, kids might just have tossed things in and not put them back where they belong.
In addition to their ease of access and versatile organization solutions, drawers can often be more aesthetically pleasing; depending on their pulls and finishes, they can even enhance the kitchen's overall design. In transitional settings, the use of drawers creates the appearance
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