Great kitchens do not necessarily have to be large in size. Apartment living culture has seen many people opting for flats nowadays. In comparison to bungalows and independent houses, apartments have considerably less kitchen space. But there are examples of exceptionally great small kitchens with smart layouts and space solutions. While you cannot enlarge your space, you can create an illusion of your small kitchen appearing larger.
Here are 7 clever ideas to make your small kitchen look more spacious and beautiful:
1. One design technique is to install reflective mirrors to create a semblance of more space. Even installing glass tiles, satin paint and stainless steel appliances will enhance it further.
2. One good idea is to use transparent furnishings to make the kitchen look and feel spacious.
3. If your kitchen is too cramped for a dining table and chair, a good option is to use Kitchen counter bars which can be utilised as a space for preparation as well as dining. The space below counter bars can be used for storage.
4. Using elongated geometric patterns such as strips on the kitchen walls and floors gives an impression of a longer and broader space than it actually is. If you have no plans to change the flooring in the near future, using patterned rugs and runners will give the same effect.
5. Instead of stuffing the bulky pots and pans in cabinet, hang them overhead. Place hooks throughout the kitchen for hanging pots, napkins, mugs, etc.
6. Only buy things that you actually need for your kitchen. Avoid cluttering your already small space with objects of visual enhancement or decorative items.
7. Use light colours with little variation in shades. Try to blend the wall colours with those of cabinets and appliances. Too much contrast hinder the spacious feel.
In this busy life, we are always on a lookout for tiny affordable details that can make a big impact on our small space. Investing in a kitchen requires a slightly different approach from investing in the rest of your home. Buy space saving appliances like flexible furniture, automatic dish drainers, etc. You can hide recycle bins inside the cabinets to save that space or use back of doors for extra storage.
It’s time to rethink your small kitchen space for a happy home and a happy you!
