For a minimalist modern look, you can opt for a "handleless" kitchen. Instead of handles or knobs on the doors, the kitchen doors have recessed grooves for you to grip. This design also makes cleaning the doors very easy.
A "handleless" kitchen.
Alternatively you can create a handleless kitchen by using push openers behind cupboard doors. A simple push by your hand or elbow is all you need to open the doors, perfect when your hands are occupied. This method also eliminates having grooves on the doors, creating a totally flush design.
Handleless kitchen doors with push-open mechanism.
Another trend is integrated handles on doors. These integrated handles can either be created from a simple groove on the doors or made from other materials and recessed into the doors. They give a streamlined look by creating a flush design.
Doors with built-in integrated handles.
Think about the weight of the door when choosing handles. A wide deep drawer full of pots and pans can be heavy and difficult to pull with a single knob. A long easy-to-grip handle or two handles can solve this problem.
The same principle goes to integrated appliances: Doors on integrated appliances such as fridges and dishwashers are often heavier than other doors in the kitchen so make sure their handles are easy to grip to allow you to get a firm hold of the door.
A fully integrated dishwasher with a long handle is easy to open.
Long slender horizontal handles visually increase the length of this kitchen
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