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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

The U-shape kitchen in Fenix, Midnight Blue, and Synthia, Limes Oak enabled the client to retain a dining table and entertaining space. A purposefully placed parapet discreetly conceals the kitchen's working area and hob when approaching from the hallway. The Vero cabinet's soft lighting and the play on heights are a modern interpretation of a traditional dresser, creating an ambience and space for a choice of personalised ornaments. Additionally, the midi cabinet provided additional storage. The result was a playfully bright kitchen in the daylight and an atmospherically enticing kitchen at night.

A gentle push to front panels of the base cupboards and they open to provide storage for glasses on the rignt and pull out drawer storage on the left. Jeff Hawkins Photography

Inspiration for a small scandi l-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, medium hardwood flooring, an island, grey worktops, white appliances, brown floors and a submerged sink.