Base end cabinets are the last cabinets in a row or series beneath a countertop. The look and function like other cabinets, but slightly tapier off into the wall behind them rather than be perfectly square. Because of this, they are smaller and don’t have as much storage space as the other cabinets, but they eliminate sharp corners you could bump into in your kitchen. While they are a nice addition, they are not required when designing a kitchen.