The kitchen is definitely the heart of the house - playing host to
family meals, casual conversations with friends and family, a quiet
afternoon tea for one, storage space for décor and accents, art studio
for the kids, business center for a burgeoning idea, you name it. In
recent years and with the economic shift, many people have downsized and
smaller kitchen areas are now a way of life. But don't fret. There are
tons of small space kitchen design ideas and practical solutions to make
the most of your kitchen square footage.
Today people are spending valuable time at home and are making it a
priority to create comfort spaces that truly suit their lives. Creating a
welcome and efficient kitchen space paired with lifestyle comfort that
maximizes the entire room is often a priority.
Open Shelving WorksSuper-small kitchens can benefit
from floating or open shelves. Typically free of hardware and heavy
structure - open shelving provides a clean and contemporary look. It
encourages the eye to continue all the way to the wall, allowing the
space to appear bigger. Of course keeping your dishware and glassware
nice and tidy is something you will have to maintain, but this can be
considered a positive since an organized and clutter-free kitchen is a
small-space tip in its own right.
Kitchen Design Statement - Your Luxury Item
Add a
splash of luxury or shine. While many homeowners are being thoughtful
about saving money these days, it's definitely possible to add a little
bit of affordable luxury into your kitchen. Instead of planning for an
often-expensive marble countertop, go with a more affordable natural
stone and draw the eye up with a sparkling vintage chandelier. If you
love the look of a stamped copper sink but don't love the price tag, add
a copper-tile backsplash. Small, yet affordable, details work big in
small spaces.