Shaker vs Modern kitchen: Choosing your style

When it comes to deciding on your handmade, bespoke kitchen one of the most important decisions you will make is choosing your style. At Minerva, we offer two very distinct aesthetics - Shaker or Modern each with very different styles.

What could be going around in your head is the Shaker vs Modern kitchen debate, how do choose the right one for your space, families, personal taste and lifestyle? We’ll take a closer look into our seven collections to help you make that choice.

BESPOKE SHAKER KITCHENS

Introducing our five Shaker kitchen styles, each unique, yet all inspired in the timeless tradition. A Shaker kitchen is defined by its timeless simplicity, featuring clean lines, flat panel cabinetry, and balanced proportions. Rooted in traditional craftsmanship, combining understated elegance with practical design, making them a versatile choice for both classic and contemporary homes.

• Ferrara - The classic Shaker, pure and unadorned. Clean lines, balanced proportions and traditional joinery, true to the style's 18th-century roots, and the foundation our other collections build on.

• Bologna - The elegant Shaker, a traditional Shaker kitchen refined with subtle pencil beading around every door and drawer, a graceful detail that lends quiet character and charm.

• Florence - The detailed Shaker, drawn from the Georgian era. Sculptural bolection moulding frames each inset panel, lending the cabinetry an architectural richness and a genuine sense of occasion.

• Verona - The Ferrara made more refined. Smooth slab drawer fronts pair with Shaker doors, each lifted by a fine line of pencil beading within the door is a luxurious take on the classic Shaker.

• Sorrento - The collection where modern meets traditional. Frameless construction gives it a contemporary, minimal edge, while Shaker in-frame doors bring the warmth and character of a classic kitchen.

Our Shaker style is versatile, elegant and enduring. Explore our collections further or see real-life projects on our website.

BESPOKE MODERN KITCHENS

Our two bespoke modern kitchen collections are characterised by sleek lines, minimalist design, and functional layouts that prioritise simplicity and efficiency. With streamlined cabinetry, integrated appliances, and smart storage solutions, modern kitchens create a clean, sophisticated space suited to contemporary living. We offer two distinct styles, each with its own unique character.

• Milan - Our handleless modern kitchen. In place of handles, integrated ridges run along the doors and drawers allowing you to pull-to-open, and casting the bold shadow lines that define the look.

• Molveno - The clean modern kitchen with flat slab doors over clean frameworks, finished with a handle. Here, the handle becomes a feature: a way to add colour, contrast and character.

Our modern styles feel clean and cohesive. Take a look through at real life projects on our website to explore more of the contemporary designs and learn more about them on our collections pages.

BRINGING YOUR VISION TO LIFE

Shaker vs Modern kitchen, which suits you best? Its not just about how it looks, its creating a space suitable, that feels like home. Every kitchen we craft here at Minerva is tailored to you and we are here to guide you through the entire process.

You can request a brochure to explore all of the collections from the comfort of your own home, or visit either of our showrooms to see them up close.