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Affordable Small Kitchen Ideas and Designs

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Northside Skinny House
Northside Skinny House
Tailored Interior IncTailored Interior Inc
Design ideas for a small modern l-shaped kitchen/diner in Edmonton with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.
White Gloss Compact Kitchen
White Gloss Compact Kitchen
Urban MythUrban Myth
Design ideas for a small modern l-shaped kitchen/diner in London with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Modern Kitchen
Modern Kitchen
Inspiration for a small modern l-shaped kitchen/diner in San Francisco with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, an island and beige floors.
Reborn Cabinets Kitchen Reface - Irvine, CA
Reborn Cabinets Kitchen Reface - Irvine, CA
Reborn Cabinets Inc.Reborn Cabinets Inc.
“We want to redo our cabinets…but my kitchen is so small!” We hear this a lot here at Reborn Cabinets. You might be surprised how many people put off refreshing their kitchen simply because homeowners can’t see beyond their own square footage. Not all of us can live in a big, sprawling ranch house, but that doesn’t mean that a small kitchen can’t be polished into a real gem! This project is a great example of how dramatic the difference can be when we rethink our space—even just a little! By removing hanging cabinets, this kitchen opened-up very nicely. The light from the preexisting French doors could flow wonderfully into the adjacent family room. The finishing touches were made by transforming a very small “breakfast nook” into a clean and useful storage space.
Redwood alive!
Redwood alive!
Illuminee LightingIlluminee Lighting
Lighting Design Jonathan Plumpton Senior Associate Luma Lighting Design’s San Francisco design group. AION LED architectural fixtures supplied by Illuminee Lighting Design & Decor Photo: Chris Brightman
Modern Twist on Traditional
Modern Twist on Traditional
Nystrom DesignNystrom Design
Balancing modern architectural elements with traditional Edwardian features was a key component of the complete renovation of this San Francisco residence. All new finishes were selected to brighten and enliven the spaces, and the home was filled with a mix of furnishings that convey a modern twist on traditional elements. The re-imagined layout of the home supports activities that range from a cozy family game night to al fresco entertaining. Architect: AT6 Architecture Builder: Citidev Photographer: Ken Gutmaker Photography
Family Friendly Kitchen Remodel
Family Friendly Kitchen Remodel
Robinwood KitchensRobinwood Kitchens
Andrew Pitzer Photography
Inspiration for a small classic u-shaped enclosed kitchen in New York with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and no island.
Urban White Kitchen
Urban White Kitchen
Sketches, An Interior View LLCSketches, An Interior View LLC
Hannah Gilker photography
Small traditional l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Cincinnati with a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, grey splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and an island.
Small Kitchen in Springfield, VA
Small Kitchen in Springfield, VA
Bianco RenovationsBianco Renovations
Inspiration for a small modern l-shaped kitchen/diner in DC Metro with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and an island.
Modern Farmhouse Kitchen
Modern Farmhouse Kitchen
Beyond the Box | Design CollectiveBeyond the Box | Design Collective
This kitchen remodel was completed in 2015 with an eye toward modernizing a rustic home and adding farmhouse elements. Subway tile, a mix of walnut and painted cabinets, soapstone countertops and custom trim mix to create a warm, modern kitchen.
‘East Hampton, NY’
‘East Hampton, NY’
Design DepotDesign Depot
Small classic l-shaped enclosed kitchen in New York with a double-bowl sink, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble flooring, an island, black appliances and multi-coloured floors.
Cozy Kitchen Remodel
Cozy Kitchen Remodel
The Kitchen CompanyThe Kitchen Company
Cozy kitchen remodel with an island built for two designed by Ron Fisher Clinton, ConnecticutTo get more detailed information copy and paste this link into your browser. https://thekitchencompany.com/blog/kitchen-and-after-light-and-airy-eat-kitchen Photographer, Dennis Carbo
Stay Awhile - AirBnB Basement
Stay Awhile - AirBnB Basement
THE Remodel GroupTHE Remodel Group
The small but functional Kitchen takes up one wall in the main area of the Airbnb. By using light materials, the space appears larger and more open.
Small bohemian single-wall kitchen/diner in Portland with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, tile countertops, grey splashback, stone tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl flooring, no island, brown floors and grey worktops.
Contemporain Cuisine
Contemporain Cuisine
Inspiration for a small contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Paris with quartz worktops, integrated appliances, a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets and no island.
Pantries
Pantries
Twin Cities Closet CompanyTwin Cities Closet Company
Inspiration for a small contemporary l-shaped kitchen pantry in Minneapolis with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, medium hardwood flooring and no island.
Tom's House - Jack's Point
Tom's House - Jack's Point
Anna-Marie Chin Architects LtdAnna-Marie Chin Architects Ltd
David Straight
Small contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Dunedin with an island, black cabinets, stainless steel worktops, stainless steel appliances and concrete flooring.
Cuisine laquée poignées intégrées
Cuisine laquée poignées intégrées
CREA CUISINECREA CUISINE
Inspiration for a small modern l-shaped kitchen/diner in Nice with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, stainless steel appliances and an island.
Everything for the baker
Everything for the baker
Plain & PoshPlain & Posh
Small classic galley kitchen/diner in Chicago with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and a breakfast bar.
Bell Single Family Transitional
Bell Single Family Transitional
Lauren M. Smith Interiors, LLCLauren M. Smith Interiors, LLC
Photography by: Mieke Zuiderweg Artwork hanging by: Hook It Up, Inc.
Inspiration for a small traditional u-shaped kitchen/diner in Chicago with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, dark hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.
Pantry Storage Solution
Pantry Storage Solution
Abundance OrganizingAbundance Organizing
Pull out drawers create accessible storage solution in a tall pantry cabinet.
Small contemporary kitchen pantry in Richmond with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, green splashback, stainless steel appliances, no island and medium hardwood flooring.

Affordable Small Kitchen Ideas and Designs

Want to discover beautiful Small kitchen ideas to inspire your new kitchen design? You’ve come to the right place. You can discover millions of Small kitchen designs and ideas; from kitchen islands and storage units, to all sorts of kitchen lighting ideas, such as pendant lighting or under cabinet lighting. Whether you want inspiration for all-in-one fitted kitchen designs, some small kitchen ideas or maybe just some tips for improving your kitchen decor, there are tons of photos to inspire you for your next kitchen project on Houzz.

What kind of kitchen design should I go for?

With so many kitchen ideas and photos to look at you might be a bit overwhelmed when it comes to picking your own kitchen design. If you are updating your kitchen you know what a big and important decision it is to get the design right – the kitchen can be the hub and heart of the home, and it’s unlikely that you would invest in renovating your kitchen again in a few years. But fear not, focusing first on the important elements like layout, cabinet style, worktops and appliances will help you to bring together your dream kitchen design. Additional elements like kitchen lighting, cupboard storage and decor can come after in the kitchen planning process. A kitchen designer or fitter can help you to decide the layout of your kitchen in terms of where to place your kitchen units, appliances and island (if you’re having one), but if you prefer to handle this yourself you can focus on where you want your key elements of your kitchen to be – the oven, hob, sink and fridge. Of course you might be constricted by space, but try to envisage the easiest and most efficient layout based on how you usually like to cook and prepare your food. If you’re fed up of always having to carry dirty pans and pots across the room to the sink, place the sink closer to your oven and hob. Once you have the core elements sorted, consider extra layout considerations, such as where your bins will be stored, where the cutlery draw should be and where small kitchen appliances can be installed.

Should I include a kitchen island?

Kitchen island ideas are abundant these days; it seems most kitchen designs include a kitchen island, if not multiple islands. However, if the layout doesn’t work, especially if you have a small kitchen, then there’s no necessity to add in a kitchen island. You can add a breakfast bar or counter to your existing kitchen units, or stick with a good old-fashioned dining table if you don’t need the extra work surfaces. That said, if you do have the room, take a look at some kitchen island ideas to see if the designs inspire you for your kitchen. There are a huge variety of island designs to cater to different needs – you can have sinks, ovens, hobs, wine storage and all sorts of drawers and organisers built-in, you can have separate bars and counters that extend from your island, or you could go for a kitchen island on wheels to make your kitchen layout more versatile.

How do I choose my kitchen units and cabinets?

When picking out kitchen units and cupboard styles for a fitted kitchen, you’ll first want to consider the more practical questions – how many units do you need? How many cupboards and drawers do you need? Do you need extra kitchen storage built into your units? It’s always best to overestimate how much kitchen storage you’ll need as we all tend to have a habit of filling up whatever current space we have to the maximum. Next you can consider kitchen cabinet style and colour. Shaker style cabinets and raised and recessed panel cabinets offer a more traditional kitchen cabinet look, while flat panel cabinet doors tend to lend more to the modern and contemporary style. However, going for raised or recessed panel work in a striking colour such as dark blue, green or black can still work with contemporary kitchen ideas. White kitchens can give a sleek and clean feel, but remember you may have to do a bit more cleaning of those cupboard doors if you want everything to stay shiny and fresh. Of course, grey kitchens are the neutral colour choice du jour and can be paired with pale and rich shades alike if you want your fitted kitchen cupboards to contrast with your worktop, splashback, floor, or all of the above. Exposed shelving and storage is also popular for eclectic, Scandi and industrial-inspired looks, so you could opt for glass-fronted cabinets or no wall-mounted cabinets at all. Remember that this will require more restraint in what you can store and more effort in keeping it looking presentable compared to what is stored away hastily behind cupboard doors. The kitchen cupboard handles are also another element to decide upon – do you want traditional round knobs, modern metal bars, country kitchen cup handles or maybe to go ultra sleek with a completely handleless kitchen?

What kitchen storage ideas should I consider?

If you want to keep your kitchen well-stocked and well-equipped but don’t want it spilling over with clutter, then you’ll need to rely on good kitchen storage. Apart from the usual fitted kitchen cupboards and drawer space, there are many other ways of keeping your kitchen tidy. Whilst a large kitchen pantry is the dream of most homeowners, it can’t always be a reality. However, there are now lots of pull out compartments and drawers with trays and shelving that can act as mini kitchen pantries, and you can install handy cupboard organisers that fit onto the inside of the door to make the most of your cupboard space. You can also look at corner drawers and cupboards that open up to reveal lots of extra storage. Rails or small shelves along your kitchen walls or splashback can help with hanging utensils or pans, or storing small items like herbs and spices in an usually empty space. Buy extra kitchen storage products for your home on Houzz

Are there small kitchen ideas for small spaces?

If you’re working with a galley kitchen, a one-wall kitchen in an open plan space or just a pretty small kitchen, there are some small kitchen ideas that can help you get the most out of your cooking and dining area. If you find that you don’t utilise the back of your cupboards (maybe they become the graveyard for out-of-date tin cans), you could decide to go with shallower kitchen units to free up some extra floor space in front of your cabinets. As mentioned, open shelving or glass-fronted cabinets are a popular trend and they should make the space feel more open and less boxed-in. However, if you have the capacity for it, cupboards and kitchen units that maximise the floor-to-ceiling space you have will mean you can use all of that for valuable kitchen storage. Wall or ceiling racks could be a useful solution for hanging pans and pots if you’ve run out of cupboards in which to store them. Kitchen ideas and accessories such as baskets, trolleys and storage jars are both aesthetically pleasing and practical as they give you extra storage space. Kitchen appliances like a fridge or dishwasher can be tucked away in built-in units in fitted kitchens so they blend into your layout and don’t make the space look crowded. Discover all the small kitchen ideas you could need by taking a look at photos of compact kitchens.

What sort of kitchen lighting should I go for?

In the kitchen you need to have practical lighting – no one wants to chop, cut and cook in a dingy room. Kitchen ceiling lights are probably the best way to go, but should you opt for recessed spotlights or traditional hanging ceiling lights? While spotlight LED kitchen lighting will give you excellent light, they may not fit with a design that’s not contemporary. Traditional chandelier lights could work for other kitchen styles, and of course, kitchen pendant lighting comes in all sorts of styles, colours and designs. While the popular choice is to go with one or two pendant lights over your kitchen island, you could also opt for a single pendant light over your dining space, or a few spaced out across your kitchen. Of course, if you want good lighting for your worktops, under-cabinet lighting is the way forward. Speak to your kitchen supplier about having this pre-installed, or there are a number of easy-install options you can fit yourself or with the help of a lighting expert or electrician. In the market for your kitchen lighting today? Once you’ve found some inspiring kitchen lighting ideas here, take a look at our kitchen lighting products to find the new lights for your kitchen project.

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