Small equals open plan? Ensure you get in an island of some kind to double your storage and prepping space. (Image 1 of 14)
Just because your room is open plan, that doesn’t mean that you will have masses of space for a kitchen within it. Your priority should be to get as much storage and workspace into it as possible – this might mean incorporating an island, and using that as a dining area, storage area and cooking surface, too.
Buy tall cabinets that reach right up to the ceiling to squeeze every inch of space. (Image 2 of 14)
Whether your kitchen is being squeezed into an awkwardly shaped space or into a conversion, you’ll need to use every inch available. The ideal is to get taller than average wall units to make the most of storage space, and to fit open shelves into the smallest of gaps to take extras, such as cookery books.
Sleek black units, or even dark brown ones, can ensure a space looks bigger – but choose a pale work surface. (Image 3 of 14)
A small kitchen benefits from being subtle in its approach. That might mean that you choose to put it behind sliding doors that can be shut off when it’s not being used – or that you choose units that are so understated, they are crying out not to be noticed. Why does this approach work? The more streamlined, the easier on the eye a room is, and the bigger it feels.
Reflective surfaces will make any small kitchen feel larger than it really is. (Image 4 of 14)
If colour and drama is your thing, giving some to your kitchen is no bad thing, as long as you go about it in the right way. Clever tricks to try? Reflective cabinet fronts, reflective wall treatments, warm, welcoming colours. All these will help your kitchen feel inviting but more spacious.
Get a breakfast bar that doubles as worktop space and you’ve increased both dining and prepping areas in one. (Image 5 of 14)
When it comes to a small kitchen, it’s all about being clever. So, if there’s a return that you can add a breakfast bar to – do it. Equally, if you can stand your kitchen on show-legs so that you can see beneath your units, that will trick the eye into seeing the kitchen as larger than it is, especially if your flooring is reflective.
Got a small and cosy country kitchen? You’ve got the excuse to clutter it with cute buys. (Image 6 of 14)
Wall space above sinks is often wasted – adding recessed shelves is the right solution. (Image 7 of 14)
Creams and whites make any space feel larger, but think carefully about wear and tear in a busy kitchen. (Image 8 of 14)
French doors allow light to fill an otherwise pokey space, thereby enlargening it. (Image 9 of 14)
Integrated appliances set within units save on valuable work surface space. (Image 10 of 14)
Integrated appliances set within units save on valuable work surface space. (Image 11 of 14)
This kitchen has been made to work in the tightest of spaces, tucked under a staircase. (Image 12 of 14)
Dishwasher and storage drawers are all the rage due to their efficient use of space. (Image 13 of 14)
Downlighters beneath cupboards are practical for when you’re cooking, and will soften the impact of bulky cupboards. (Image 14 of 14)
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