Kerf is a popular design company located in Seattle, Wash renowned for the inspiration they have given to contemporary cabinet construction trends. Kerf designs have distinct looks because they mostly use plastic laminate and plywood with slightly unfinished looks and exposed lap joints. The shelving often consists of different sized cubby spaces and a modular appearance in all the units. Kerf designs are inspired by a strive to couple form and material with functionality.

 

Though the company still produce original cabinet designs, a lot of manufacturers copy their styles. The use of Kerf designs often aims to present a juxtaposition of enhanced design against the visible plywood. The construction materials are inexpensive, but an original design from Kerf maintains a touch of refinement lacking in most knock-off reproduced models from other companies.