Since they use less space, open shelves create a sense of lightness in a long, narrow kitchen compared to cabinets. In tight spaces, box-shaped cabinets have a bulky feel to them.

Kitchen renovations can be expensive, and it's understandable to look for ways to lower the cost. But making this cabinet mistake could tank your home's value.

Cabinetry can cost as much as $4,000 for pre-built cabinets for a 10-square-foot kitchen if you're going with a store like IKEA and $12,000 or more if you hire a master cabinetmaker or choose high ...