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Boise Residence
Boise Residence
Hsu McCulloughHsu McCullough
Kitchen. Photo by Clark Dugger
Small contemporary galley enclosed kitchen in Los Angeles with a submerged sink, open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, medium hardwood flooring, wood worktops, brown splashback, wood splashback, integrated appliances, no island and brown floors.
Industrial Bachelor Pad
Industrial Bachelor Pad
Nina Williams InteriorsNina Williams Interiors
Small urban l-shaped kitchen in Miami with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, wood worktops, stainless steel appliances, an island, red splashback, brick splashback, light hardwood flooring, brown floors and white worktops.
Function & Style: Modern Kitchen Redesign
Function & Style: Modern Kitchen Redesign
Interiors by PopovInteriors by Popov
Inspiration for a small modern kitchen in Seattle with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Beacon Hill Mid-Century
Beacon Hill Mid-Century
Ore StudiosOre Studios
Lauren Colton
Small retro l-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.
Whidbey Family Camp
Whidbey Family Camp
H2D Architecture + DesignH2D Architecture + Design
The kitchenette is designed with fir shaker style cabinets. The appliances are a stainless steel finish. The backsplash is a ceramic tile. Designed by: H2D Architecture + Design www.h2darchitects.com Photos by: Chad Coleman Photography #whidbeyisland #whidbeyislandarchitect #h2darchitects
Valparaiso, IN. Haas Signature Collection, Cherry Kitchen
Valparaiso, IN. Haas Signature Collection, Cherry Kitchen
Bailey's CabinetsBailey's Cabinets
Haas Signature Collection Wood Species: Cherry Cabinet Finish: Cinnamon Door Style: Federal Square Countertops: Quartz Versatop, Eased edge, Silicone backsplash, Agora color
Trollstua (Troll's Den)
Trollstua (Troll's Den)
Winkelman ArchitectureWinkelman Architecture
Trent Bell
Small rustic galley open plan kitchen in Portland Maine with a double-bowl sink, light wood cabinets, granite worktops, wood splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate flooring, no island and grey floors.
Kitchen Remodel 11
Kitchen Remodel 11
Duenke Cabinet CompanyDuenke Cabinet Company
This is an example of a small classic l-shaped kitchen/diner in St Louis with a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite worktops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring and an island.
Condo Kitchen Remodel
Condo Kitchen Remodel
Edge ConstructionEdge Construction
Beautiful transformation! Sink was moved over, Island counter made one level, upgraded cabinets and added crown molding...perfect for entertaining!
Photo of a small traditional u-shaped kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite worktops, brown splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl flooring and a breakfast bar.
Berkeley Pied a Terre Kitchen Renovation
Berkeley Pied a Terre Kitchen Renovation
Sally Power InteriorsSally Power Interiors
Large windows open onto a garden and bring much-needed natural light to a ground-floor apartment.
Design ideas for a small contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in San Francisco with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances and bamboo flooring.
Transitional Kitchen
Transitional Kitchen
This is an example of a small traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Portland with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, brown splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances and a breakfast bar.
San Francisco Kitchen Remodel
San Francisco Kitchen Remodel
UserUser
Two small rooms were opened up by the removal of an existing wall between what is now the eating area and the food prep area (the wall was where the peninsula is now). The peninsula and open shelves above reinforce this sense of openness. While the majority of the cabinetwork is “off-the-shelf”, a significant amount of flair -- and economy -- was achieved by angling the standard cabinet boxes (instead of building angled cabinets) to allow the use of a 30” deep (i.e. “cheaper”) refrigerator; and by adding a few customized sections. The cabinet bid came in at 40% less than even the cabinetmaker’s preliminary estimate. The butcher block peninsula countertop was cut from standard material to the Architect’s template. The cabinets are maple, with oak floors and granite countertops.
Kitchen
Kitchen
Kitchen & Bath IdeasKitchen & Bath Ideas
Small traditional l-shaped kitchen/diner in Denver with a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite worktops, multi-coloured splashback, stone tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Green Living - Los Gatos Kitchen & Bathroom Remodel
Green Living - Los Gatos Kitchen & Bathroom Remodel
Shannon DemmaShannon Demma
Beautiful kitchen remodel that includes bamboo cabinets, recycled glass countertops, recycled glass tile backsplash, and many wonderful amenities for organizing.
Kitchen Storage Solution
Kitchen Storage Solution
Big D Home Services, LLCBig D Home Services, LLC
Margaret Wolf Photography
Inspiration for a small classic kitchen pantry in Dallas with raised-panel cabinets and medium wood cabinets.
Light and Cozy Galley Kitchen Designed By Cynthia Collins
Light and Cozy Galley Kitchen Designed By Cynthia Collins
Gilmans Kitchens and BathsGilmans Kitchens and Baths
This kitchen was designed to function around a large family. The owners spend their weekend prepping large meals with extended family, so we gave them as much countertop space to prep and cook as we could. Tall cabinets, a secondary banks of drawers, and a bar area, were placed to the connecting space from the kitchen to the dining room for additional storage. Finally, a light wood and selective accents were chosen to give the space a light and airy feel.
Refresh An Oak Kitchen
Refresh An Oak Kitchen
Encore Design LLCEncore Design LLC
R Keillor
Photo of a small traditional l-shaped kitchen/diner in Other with a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite worktops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Ellicott City, MD Chocolate Quartz Kitchen Countertops
Ellicott City, MD Chocolate Quartz Kitchen Countertops
Creative In CountersCreative In Counters
This kitchen features Caesarstone Chocolate Truffle quartz countertops.
Design ideas for a small classic u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Baltimore with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, no island, brown floors and beige worktops.
Suburban Condo Kitchen Remodel
Suburban Condo Kitchen Remodel
Design First Kitchen and BathDesign First Kitchen and Bath
This warm, inviting kitchen is front and center when you enter this condo. Having the kitchen updated was critical to the entire feel of the home. Now the homeowners are settled in and happy.
Lancaster Kitchen Remodel
Lancaster Kitchen Remodel
Creative Remodeling Services, LLC.Creative Remodeling Services, LLC.
Inspiration for a small classic l-shaped kitchen/diner in New York with a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite worktops, beige splashback, stone tiled splashback, white appliances, light hardwood flooring and no island.

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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