Make a tight kitchen look and feel spacious with these tips for cabinetry, color schemes, and countertops.
With the right materials and color schemes, even the tiniest of kitchens can appear big and bright.
Make a tight kitchen look and feel spacious with these cleverdecorating tipsand design tricks.
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The small space is serene and expansive.
Here, vertical accents on the wood cabinets draws the eye upward.
Using framed prints, decorative plates, or large ceramic tiles achieves a similar effect.
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Eliminate Clutter
Countertops crowded with cookware and collectibles overwhelm a small kitchen and steal workspace.
To take decluttering further, opt for minimalist European-style cabinetry with sleek, flat-panel doors.
Place Tiles Horizontally
To visually expand a tiny kitchen, install tile in a horizontal arrangement.
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Open shelving and butcher block countertops mimic the look for cohesiveness.
Paint It White
White is your best friend in a small kitchen.
It reflects light, enhancing the sense of space and making the walls recede.
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Recessed-panel cabinets and crown molding create subtle shadows that can add interest.
For small kitchen ideas, we loveopen shelving.
Here, the top shelf is longer to accommodate occasional drinkware while glasses that see daily use go beneath.
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A magnetic strip on the fridge holds cutlery within reach of the prep space.
Combine this technique with low-contrast colors for big results in a small kitchen.
Clutter tends to make a room feel crowded.
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you could also build your own DIY plate rack to match the woodwork in the rest of your space.
Embrace Natural Light
Natural light enlarges any space and should be incorporated into your small kitchen ideas.
Here, blinds add privacy without blocking the light.
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If you want more privacy, try an opaque shade that allows light in.
These broad stripes were created by alternating light- and medium-tone laminate floor tiles.
Achieve a similar effect bypainting existing wooden or vinyl flooringor by covering the floor with a large striped rug.
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Blend Surfaces
Connecting your small kitchen backsplash and countertops creates a cohesive look.
In this space, black and white granite countertops extend up the walls for a seamless appearance.
Agray and white color schemedraws from the natural stone to prevent the small kitchen from looking too busy.
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Get Creative with Small Pantry Storage
No designated pantry?
Utilize clever cabinet add-ons forsmall kitchen pantry storage.
A countertop drawer keeps daily cooking essentials close at hand.
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Appliance Garage for Small Kitchen
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Small kitchens present tough storage challenges.
Countertops often become crowded with appliances, but eliminating clutter can help any space feel larger.
Use acorner appliance garagein your kitchen and reclaim lost storage space.
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