Small kitchen design solutions

The kitchen is the heart of the home, and therefore, often ends up being the gathering place, regardless of the size of the room. With a bit of creativity, you can make a small kitchen warm and inviting without sacrificing function. Don’t be afraid to put your own stamp on it. Use the challenge of working with a smaller layout to think outside the box rather than going the route taken by many of the designers featured on home improvement shows.

You only have to watch a few episodes before the formula becomes clear: white shaker cabinets, white subway tile backsplash and marble or marble-look stone on the countertops. These materials actually are beautiful together and can work for any size and layout. But why not take advantage of your tiny kitchen space by trying bolder colors and interesting storage ideas?

Open it up

One of the nicest parts of remodeling a small kitchen is the ability to use bright colors to enhance the space and make it feel more open. Often, you're working with fewer cabinets and less wall space, so freshening up one or both with a coat of paint can add a fun vibe. And as a bonus, if you get tired of the color, repainting is an easy way to remedy the issue.

Another way to make your kitchen feel more open and airy is to change the lighting. Kitchens commonly include overhead lights; either in the form of fixtures that are flush against the ceiling or canned, recessed lighting. You can punch up the design, however, by installing lights that become part of the decor, like pendants.

You may also want to use the opportunity to rearrange your kitchen, particularly if the original layout doesn’t function well as a work triangle; the path between the refrigerator, sink and cooktop. You can also find unique storage ideas, like hanging open shelves, hooks or bars, or installing a magnetic strip to hold knives.

Hide the clutter

Small kitchen solutions focus on making sure the space is functional, organized and beautiful. To accomplish these goals, your design should include plenty of storage. Putting in extra cabinets is not only good for storing food and cookware, it allows you to hide away the clutter that takes up residence on your counters. Items like small appliances, cutting boards and cookbooks can all be neatly stowed away until you need them.

You’ll find everything you need when you shop online for RTA cabinets on the Domain Cabinet site. We offer quality products at discounted prices delivered directly to your front door. Choose from a variety of styles, colors and sizes that fit any size kitchen, and tap into your creative side. Remember, the smaller the space, the bigger the opportunity to try something bold!