Shaker door profiles and flat cabinet doors are two of the most popular choices in modern cabinetry design. This guide breaks down their differences in style, cost, versatility, and use across kitchens, wardrobes, and storage spaces to help you choose the right look for your home.
Featured on The Local Project: Personalised Joinery Made More Accessible
By Sacha Leagh-Murray
Our recent feature on The Local Project explored a question that sits at the heart of Fliplab:
How can personalised joinery feel more attainable without the cost, lead times or complexity of a fully custom build?
Over the past decade, interior design has shifted considerably. Kitchens once dominated by white gloss finishes have given way to richer materials, natural textures, and more confident use of colour. Homeowners today are increasingly looking for spaces that feel expressive and reflective of their own style.
That shift is what inspired Fliplab.
We create Australian-made custom doors, drawer fronts, and panels designed to work with flatpack systems like IKEA and Bunnings' Kaboodle — giving homeowners more control over the visible parts of their cabinetry.
By building on an accessible foundation, it's possible to create joinery that feels design-led, unique, and beautifully finished.
Our collection also reflects the growing confidence homeowners have in their design choices. We have developed 12 door profiles — from flat profiles to Shaker-inspired, scalloped, and framed-edge designs, alongside more than 100 colour and finish options.
As The Local Project feature highlights, bespoke design is no longer defined only by how much is custom-built. Increasingly, it is defined by how thoughtfully a space reflects the people who live in it.
You can read the full feature on The Local Project here.
