Thinking about a kitchen makeover? One of the easiest options is customizing your shelving, so we asked a design expert how to decorate open kitchen shelves.

Also think about how you work in your kitchen. You don't want to end up with an Instagram-worthy kitchen that is impractical to cook in ... On the plus side, open shelves let you spot items ...

Just imagine having a gorgeous statement piece with lots of storage for all your cooking ... two open storage shelves perfect for wine, glassware, decor — you name it. This kitchen island ...

You may not have space to expand or add a full island, so think about bringing in a slim rolling kitchen cart or ... and ingredients on while you cook. “Open shelves are extremely functional ...

This is a feature you won’t typically get with a stationary kitchen island ... open slatted shelves to hold your plates and pans, two drawers and two black painted metal handles on either side ...

Cons. Their sheer size can also be the U-shaped islands’ biggest downfall. Some homeowners may find cooking and cleaning less efficient, and may hate going the distance from one side to the other.

While many go for a wire shelving unit ... of your kitchen, consider putting both sides of the island to use for storage rather than only offering drawers on one side. This London kitchen by ...