A tight space versus a large concept – the owners of this kitchen extension soon became aware that an ‘off the shelf’ solution wouldn’t meet their growing needs. Photo:Chris Ashwin

Rachael Smith
This is an example of a small contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in London with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, metallic splashback, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances and an island.

High gloss white kitchen with solid surface worktop and stainless steel appliances.
Small contemporary grey and cream u-shaped kitchen/diner in Hertfordshire with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, composite countertops, blue splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring and a breakfast bar.

Bespoke in-frame kitchen painted in Farrow and Ball Blue Grey 91 a beautiful blue,grey colour chosen to compliment the Gazinni Space Green tiles. A faux chimney breast was constructed around the Aga with a chunky shelf to create a more traditional kitchen style

Marco Joe Fazio
Inspiration for a small contemporary u-shaped enclosed kitchen in London with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances and porcelain flooring.

High gloss white kitchen with solid surface worktop and stainless steel appliances.
Inspiration for a small contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in Hertfordshire with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, composite countertops, blue splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring and a breakfast bar.

Zoë Noble Photography A labour of love that took over a year to complete, the evolution of this space represents my personal style whilst respecting rental restrictions. With an emphasis on the significance of individual objects and some minimalist restraint, the multifunctional living space utilises a high/low mix of furnishings. The kitchen features Ikea cupboards and custom shelving. A farmhouse sink, oak worktop and vintage milk pails are a gentle nod towards my country roots.

Stephanie Schetter © 2015 Houzz
Photo of a small scandinavian single-wall kitchen/diner in Dusseldorf with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, no island, stainless steel worktops, white splashback and ceramic splashback.

Photo of a small country single-wall kitchen in Buckinghamshire with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, blue splashback, no island, beige floors and black worktops.

Kitchen with concrete floors & island bench, lime green splashback. Plumbing for upstairs bathroom concealed in drop ceiling to kitchen. Clever idea that lets you make the rest of the room higher - only the bit where the plumbing needs to go is lower - also makes the kitchen look great with feature lighting.

Residential Interior Design & Decoration of a compact Kitchen by Camilla Molders Design.
Small contemporary u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Melbourne with blue cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement flooring, grey worktops, a submerged sink, shaker cabinets and grey floors.

Tailor made style for an unusual shaped home extension to form a kitchen diner with spiral staircase to roof terrace. Beautiful bespoke cabinets painted in a dramatic charcoal contrast to the white countertops and walls and pale grey floor tiles.

The beautifully warm and organic feel of Laminex "Possum Natural" cabinets, paired with natural birch ply open shelving and birch-edged benchtop, creates a cosy and inviting kitchen space. The addition of white appliances and sink further brightens and opens up the area. And don't miss that pantry! Practical drawers ensure easy access to all your goodies.

Design ideas for a small eclectic open plan kitchen in Manchester with blue cabinets, wood worktops, multi-coloured splashback, glass sheet splashback and laminate floors.

Photo of a small bohemian open plan kitchen in Manchester with blue cabinets, wood worktops, multi-coloured splashback, glass sheet splashback and laminate floors.

Small beach style u-shaped kitchen pantry in Other with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island and white worktops.

I have added electronic lift systems to the Aventos single fronted Hi Lift Doors. Touch to open and press the small black switch to close, effortless! The matt opal fusion glass splashback is painted to match the wall colour to blurr the lines. Jeff Hawkins Photography

Inspiration for a small eclectic open plan kitchen in Manchester with blue cabinets, wood worktops, multi-coloured splashback, glass sheet splashback and laminate floors.

Inspiration for a small bohemian open plan kitchen in Manchester with blue cabinets, wood worktops, multi-coloured splashback, glass sheet splashback and laminate floors.