Open shelving has long divided designers, with some experts praising its personality but others noting how difficult it is to maintain. A look at Cameron Diaz's kitchen shelves, however, makes a case for this storage system, and its style is indisputable in her space.
Cameron Diaz's open shelving is one of the finest examples of this feature – complete with a variety of beautifully decorated china bowls, fluted dishes, and bronze containers that are as functional as they are aesthetic.
This shelving style is admired for its ability to showcase the everyday possessions that tap into our personality, whether it's bowls painted in our favorite color or a treasured heirloom – so while you may want to replicate some of Diaz's buys, it's important to integrate them with the items you already own. This is what makes an open shelf so unique, after all.
Beyond this kitchen storage idea, Diaz's wider space offers yet more shopping inspiration (exhibiting products that are decorative but simultaneously practical). The actress is among an admirable list of Hollywood counterparts known to swear by the Hexclad frying pan, while her Cosori Pro Gen 2 Air Fryer is one of the best models on the market.
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Below, we've handpicked some of our favorite products to bring te Diaz-inspired look to your kitchen (including some of the exact pieces on her shelves and countertops).
A zoom into the iconic open shelves shows that, when it comes to cookware, Diaz likes to keep things quietly luxurious. Despite the pared-back colorway, the textured nature of these bowls ensures they're interesting enough to deserve a place in the prime area of her kitchen – so, of course, they're worthy of our open shelves, too.
In case the 'Cooking with Cameron' clip wasn't a big enough sign, Diaz loves to put her culinary skills to the test in her kitchen, and with this comes a glass oil dispenser in prime place by her stove. This similar piece features a cleverly designed spout that's designed to give a perfect pour and a built-in collar that will catch drips (so we're not left with any messy rings on our counter).
If we had to choose a favorite item from Diaz's shelves, it would have to be her intricate china-style bowl, seen in her curated collection of other painted dishware in various hues. This blue and white bowl exhibits a finely detailed 18th-century Imari Oriental border encompassing a scene inspired by the Italian countryside – a beautiful addition to any kitchen.
Catching glimpses of the air fryers that celebrities use in their every day is a fun part of the job, and Diaz's choice didn't disappoint. The Cosori Pro Gen 2 features a built-in NTC sensor that automatically adjusts cooking temperatures to keep fluctuations within 3°F, meaning your food is always evenly cooked. It's easy to see why it's found its rightful place in her kitchen.
It's impossible to know exactly what Diaz's bronze bucket (seen on her top open shelf) is used for, but going into party season, this ice bucket has one clear purpose. When it's not in use at parties, we recommend styling it on top of a shelf, as the actress demonstrates, or putting it in the pride of place in your home bar.
It's hard to disagree with the likes of Gordon Ramsey, Halle Berry and Cameron Diaz when it comes to cookware recommendations. The pan that unites them? This non-stick frying pan that Gordon says 'cooks to utter perfection.' Diaz is seen using the pan in many of her cooking videos, and an investment in this piece will make it clear why its her enduring go-to.
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