Architectural kitchen systems for modern homes.

Kitchen Systems

Choose the right
foundation for your
modern kitchen.

ORLO.Haus offers two cabinet platforms: an IKEA® SEKTION®-compatible system for premium front and panel projects, and a made-to-order Core System for complete modern kitchens.

Both systems work with our front collections, curated finishes, and guided project process. Choose the path that fits your layout, budget, timeline, and level of customization.

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Five Layers

How every ORLO.Haus project is built.

Whether your project uses IKEA® SEKTION® boxes or our made-to-order Core cabinet platform, the process follows the same structure.
  1. 01Layer 1 / 5

    Cabinet Platform

    The structural foundation of the kitchen.

    Choose Sektion® System for IKEA®-compatible projects or Core System for made-to-order cabinetry.

  2. 02Layer 2 / 5

    Front Collection

    The architectural language of the kitchen.

    Choose COVE, CIRCLE, ARC, PLANE, REED, or future ORLO.Haus collections.

  3. 03Layer 3 / 5

    Finish Library

    The surface, color, texture, and mood.

    Choose from curated woods, matte colors, Fenix, veneers, and selected technical surfaces.

  4. 04Layer 4 / 5

    Interior and Hardware

    The functional experience inside the kitchen.

    Choose from interior finishes, drawer systems, hinges, organizers, and motion hardware.

  5. 05Layer 5 / 5

    Service Path

    The way the project is supported.

    Order samples, upload plans, request an estimate, or work with us through design, production, and installation support.

Two Cabinet Platforms

Two ways to build with ORLO.Haus.

Different projects need different foundations. The Sektion® System is ideal for premium IKEA®-compatible projects. The Core System is ideal for made-to-order modern kitchens with more flexibility, premium interiors, and deeper project support.
IKEA®-Compatible

Sektion® System

Premium architectural fronts for IKEA® SEKTION®.

The Sektion® System combines IKEA®'s cabinet boxes with ORLO.Haus's fronts, panels, fillers, toe kicks, appliance panels, and finish details.

It is the right path when you want the practicality of IKEA® SEKTION® with a more refined, architectural result.

Best for

  • · IKEA® SEKTION® kitchen projects
  • · Premium front replacement
  • · Faster remodels
  • · Nationwide orders
  • · Cost-conscious modern design
  • · Clients who already have IKEA® plans

ORLO.Haus provides

  • · Doors
  • · Drawer fronts
  • · Cover panels
  • · Fillers
  • · Toe kicks
  • · Appliance panels
  • · Matching side panels
  • · Finish and front guidance

You / IKEA® provide

  • · IKEA® cabinet boxes
  • · IKEA® interior hardware (unless coordinated otherwise)
  • · IKEA® planning files
  • · Appliance specifications
  • · Room measurements
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Made-to-Order

Core System

ORLO.Haus's made-to-order cabinet platform.

The Core System is our complete made-to-order cabinet platform for projects that need more flexibility, premium interiors, integrated appliances, custom dimensions, and a higher level of design coordination.

It is the right path when you want a complete kitchen system built around your home, not limited by standard cabinet sizing.

Best for

  • · Full kitchen remodels
  • · High-end residential projects
  • · New construction
  • · Designer and architect projects
  • · Non-standard layouts
  • · Premium interiors and hardware
  • · Integrated appliances

ORLO.Haus provides

  • · Made-to-order cabinet boxes
  • · Doors and drawer fronts
  • · Cover panels and fillers
  • · Toe kicks
  • · Appliance panels
  • · Interior finish options
  • · Hardware packages
  • · Project-specific detailing

Full-service path

ORLO.Haus handles the full cabinet system end-to-end: design coordination, production, and project-specific detailing.

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Side By Side

Compare the two systems.

Use this comparison to understand how the two cabinet platforms differ across budget, customization, hardware, and project support.

Cabinet base

Sektion®
IKEA® SEKTION® cabinet boxes.
Core
ORLO.Haus made-to-order cabinet boxes.

Best for

Sektion®
Premium IKEA®-based kitchens, front replacement, faster remodels, cost-conscious projects.
Core
Full kitchen remodels, premium interiors, designer projects, non-standard spaces.

Sizing flexibility

Sektion®
Limited to IKEA® SEKTION® cabinet sizes.
Core
Made-to-order sizing with more flexibility.

Front collections

Sektion®
Available with selected ORLO.Haus front collections.
Core
Available with the full ORLO.Haus front collection range.

Finish options

Sektion®
Curated library, depending on collection and compatibility.
Core
Full finish library and more premium finish options.

Interior finish

Sektion®
Defined mostly by IKEA® cabinet interiors.
Core
Curated ORLO.Haus interior finish options.

Hardware

Sektion®
Primarily IKEA® hardware, with selected upgrades if coordinated.
Core
Curated hardware packages: Essential, Premium, Motion.

Integrated appliances

Sektion®
Possible within IKEA® system limitations.
Core
More flexible and project-specific integration.

Design support

Sektion®
Plan review, front and panel quoting, finish guidance.
Core
Higher-touch design coordination, shop drawings, project-specific detailing.

Installation

Sektion®
Delivery / shipping or local install coordination depending on scope.
Core
Delivery or installation coordination depending on project location and scope.

Price level

Sektion®
More accessible.
Core
Higher investment.

Lead time

Sektion®
Generally faster, depending on finish and scope.
Core
Project-based, depending on design complexity and production schedule.

Highlighted values indicate where one system is meaningfully different from the other.

Find Your Path

Which system fits your project?

If you are not sure where to start, use these simple guidelines.
IKEA®-Compatible

Choose Sektion® System if…

  • You are using IKEA® SEKTION® cabinet boxes.
  • You already have an IKEA® kitchen plan.
  • You want premium fronts and panels without fully custom cabinet boxes.
  • You want a more accessible modern kitchen.
  • Your layout works well within IKEA® cabinet sizes.
  • You are comfortable with IKEA® interior hardware.
  • You need a good balance of design, quality, and budget.
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Made-to-Order

Choose Core System if…

  • You want a complete made-to-order kitchen.
  • Your layout does not fit standard IKEA® sizes well.
  • You want premium cabinet interiors.
  • You want more hardware choices.
  • You have integrated appliances or complex panel conditions.
  • You are working with a designer, architect, builder, or remodeler.
  • You want a higher-touch design and production process.
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Next Steps

Start with the path that fits your project.

Whichever situation describes you today, there is a clear next step.

I have IKEA® plans

Upload your IKEA® plan, cabinet list, appliance specs, and inspiration images. We will review the project and quote fronts, panels, and visible details.

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I want a full kitchen

Book a consultation to discuss your layout, design direction, finish preferences, budget, and whether Core System is the right path.

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I am still exploring

Order samples and compare finishes, front details, and material directions in your own space.

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I am a designer or builder

Apply for the trade program or send project plans for quoting and specification support.

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Common Questions

Common questions about our systems.

If your question isn’t covered here, send us your plans or book a quick consultation and we’ll walk through it with you.

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