Raised panel doors have more traditional character. The center panel is literally raised up from the frame, creating depth and shadow lines that catch the light. These work great in older San Francisco homes where you want to maintain that classic, formal kitchen aesthetic.

Building raised panel doors requires more precision than flat panel styles. The panel needs to be shaped correctly, the frame joints need to be tight, and everything needs to fit together so the door stays flat over time. We use proper joinery techniques and account for wood movement so your doors don't warp or develop gaps.

You can get raised panels in different profiles – some are more dramatic with steep bevels, others are subtle with gentle curves. We'll show you samples so you can see how different profiles look and pick what works best for your kitchen style.

The wood species matters even more with raised panels because the grain and figure really show up in the raised areas. Quarter-sawn oak has beautiful ray fleck patterns that look amazing on raised panels. Cherry develops a rich patina over time that gets better with age.