Decorating and Designing a Small Kitchen
Small kitchens can be a challenge but they are not lost causes. In fact, small kitchens can be just as charming and efficient as their larger counterparts, if not more so. The good news is you don't need to worry about doing without when you have a small kitchen. With the right amount of planning, you can accommodate your kitchen with all the amenities of any large kitchen on the block. Does this Spark an idea?
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Arrange with efficiency in mind. Think of how you use the appliances in your kitchen and arrange them in a way that gives you to the ability to use them with ease and comfort. Your kitchen may be small but you still don't want to feel like you're running around when you're preparing meals.
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Create unique nooks and storage spaces in the space you have. For every few inches of space you save with a small overn you can install customized pullout shelves. These shelves are available for upper and lower cabinets, according to Better Homes and Gardens.
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Choose small and slender appliances. This includes ovens, ranges, microwaves and refrigerators. A few inches saved from appliances can end up giving you much needed space in your kitchen.
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Take full advantage of your cupboard pantry. Just because your pantry is not in your kitchen does not mean that you can't use some, if not all, of that space for your kitchen. Small microwaves, toasters and other appliances can sit in the pantry rather than take up counter space. Also, think about adding adjustable drawers to the shelves in your pantry, as this will give you space that is more functional.
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Utilize high spaces. If you have a kitchen with high ceilings or if you have cabinets that do not go to the ceiling, you can make the extra space between the cabinets and the ceiling completely functional. Place appliances, wine collections and tableware on the top of the cabinets when they are not in use.
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Keep color themes neutral. Neutral colors give your kitchen a unified feeling, states Country Living, and this makes the room feel more comfortable. It also gives the room a sense of spaciousness.
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Tips & Warnings
Reflective surfaces amplify space, says Better Homes and Gardens, so it's good to decorate with stainless steel and other reflective materials.
Use color. Bright spots of color add dimension to tight spaces. Backsplash tiles and decorative hardware are areas where you can be bold with color.
References
- Photo Credit kitchen utensils image by Victor M. from Fotolia.com
