Traditionally, families have gathered in the kitchen to begin the day together in the morning and to prepare dinner together in the evening. Not every family, though, has a large kitchen.

However, don’t let a tiny kitchen prevent you from leading a practical life. You should be able to have an effective and maximized kitchen despite having a small kitchen.

Furthermore, you can still have a gorgeous kitchen even if you are working in a small area.

It may be difficult to maintain organization in a small kitchen, but with the right tips, you can make your tiny kitchen a useful and effective area! Whether it’s experimenting with color to open up your space or adding personality and life to your kitchen, Make the most of your tiny space with these clever ideas from MTD Kitchen!

Here are some important suggestions we make to you for your tiny kitchen areas:

1. Select basic décor styles

If you want to make a small kitchen look larger, try using décor themes like industrial, Scandinavian, or minimalist. These décor options are less ornate, elaborate, and fussy, which is beneficial for small kitchens.

These looks are characterized by their usual sharpness and simplicity. Simple, linear shapes, little patterns or motifs on cabinet surfaces, and smooth, push-open drawers and cabinets are a few examples. Additionally, these themes prioritize necessity over all else, so bear that in mind when purchasing furniture, appliances, or décor items.

2. Select the appropriate supplies

Lighter, natural materials, combined with warm-colored walls and bright lighting, can help to open up the area. Choose simple designs with light wood, tile, or stone materials. Steer clear of excessively busy patterns that tend to clog or occupy empty spaces.

To maximize light in your kitchen and add even more space, you can opt for glossy finishes or reflective surfaces. Don’t forget to take into account less obtrusive or large kitchen accessories. For a clear, open space, consider borderless cabinetry made entirely of glass or see-through lucite chairs.

Smaller European-style appliances are the specialty of a few manufacturers. With less space needed for cabinets and countertops, smaller appliances can still provide you with all the convenience you desire.

These are just a few of the clever space-saving suggestions that Cardigan Kitchen and Baths design professionals can provide. Call us for a design consultation if you want to expand your kitchen to make much-needed room. We create custom kitchens to satisfy the needs of our customers!

It is possible to save anywhere from six inches to a full foot of counter space by converting from a double sink to a single sink. If you prefer a deeper design over a wider one, you can still use the same amount of space for cleanup.

3. Create a layout for your counter

In small kitchens, counter space is extremely valuable and essential for large-scale cooking. Your countertop layout will need to be carefully thought out, from prep areas to appliance housing.

The best layouts for small kitchens are galleys, U and L shapes, and one-wall designs. While one wall is helpful for open layouts, the U-shape offers the greatest counter space. The galley shape will function as a useful workstation that you can move around easily if your kitchen is long and thin.

Organizers play a crucial role in creating space and keeping things organized for easy access, as designers are well aware. There are countless storage options available for your kitchen, regardless of its size, from spice cabinets to catty-corner lazy susans. 

4. Use white paper

In small areas, this color is practically miraculous! To create the illusion of more space in your kitchen, use white for the walls, countertops, flooring, and cabinets. If you are brave and at ease with this sometimes somber color, you could even choose an all-white theme.

For instance, white furniture and white-painted wood flooring would be paired in a Scandinavian kitchen, whereas ivory cabinetry and spotless white tiles might be used in a minimalist kitchen.

Consider hiring remodeling experts for your whole house remodeling.

5. Storage: lots of storage

In small kitchens, effective storage solutions are absolutely essential, but they are also important in larger kitchens. For instance, think about pull-out pantries, spice cabinets, or dishracks that are hidden until they are needed.

For additional storage options, you might want to install vertical cabinets or high shelves if your walls are high. In addition to sleeker, wiry materials, consider slimmer constructions like pipe-styles. Still, since it will give the impression that the kitchen is larger, it is preferable to choose hidden storage whenever it is feasible.

The amount of space in cabinets can be doubled or even quadrupled by adding shelving. You can modify each cabinet as your storage needs change by adding adjustable shelving instead of fixed shelving, depending on the size of the cabinet.

When there’s no space, build up. You can add a ton of additional storage by building your cabinets all the way to the ceiling. Glass cabinet doors can be added to the space to make it appear less cramped if that is a concern.

6. Tiny kitchens are a great place to innovate

Essential small pieces of “kitchen tech” include pull-out cutting boards, swivel stools that are mounted, and cupboard doors or slanted walls that allow you to hang your favorite utensils.

For such cutting-edge kitchen solutions, make sure to search online or consult an interior designer because Malaysian retail stores might not carry ultra-modern items. Alternatively, you could do some do-it-yourself work and come up with some original kitchen storage ideas, like hanging different shelves and accessories from peg boards mounted on the walls of your kitchen.

Conclusion

Not every house has enough space for a large kitchen. Even though there are some architectural options available for remodeling, they can be rather expensive. A clever design can help you get more out of your kitchen renovation without having to completely redo the area.