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Chicago Condo Remodel
Chicago Condo Remodel
Normandy RemodelingNormandy Remodeling
This gray transitional kitchen consists of open shelving, marble counters and flat panel cabinetry. The paneled refrigerator, white subway tile and gray cabinetry helps the compact kitchen have a much larger feel due to the light colors carried throughout the space. Photo credit: Normandy Remodeling
Farm House Retreat
Farm House Retreat
BKC of WestfieldBKC of Westfield
BKC of Westfield
Photo of a small farmhouse galley enclosed kitchen in New York with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, grey worktops, an island and brown floors.
Monica and Nugget
Monica and Nugget
AHG InteriorsAHG Interiors
Photo of a small classic grey and cream l-shaped kitchen/diner in New York with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
S. Minneapolis Kitchen
S. Minneapolis Kitchen
Prima ConstructionPrima Construction
A kitchen build that uses the green and brown to make a cozy atmosphere!
Townhouse - London
Townhouse - London
Stéphanie Coutas - SC EditionStéphanie Coutas - SC Edition
Francis Amiand
This is an example of a small classic galley enclosed kitchen in London with a submerged sink, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, white floors, white worktops, raised-panel cabinets and no island.
Two Toned Kitchen Remodel
Two Toned Kitchen Remodel
Scott Hall RemodelingScott Hall Remodeling
Photo of a small classic u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Columbus with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar and white worktops.
Piso nórdico y acogedor
Piso nórdico y acogedor
Cláudia de Sousa - Interior DesignCláudia de Sousa - Interior Design
Photo of a small scandinavian u-shaped kitchen in Barcelona with a submerged sink, light wood cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, white worktops, flat-panel cabinets and beige floors.
South Austin Craftsman Bungalow
South Austin Craftsman Bungalow
Craftsman Homes of AustinCraftsman Homes of Austin
Inspiration for a small classic u-shaped kitchen in Austin with medium wood cabinets, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, no island, beige floors and black worktops.
Tiny Comfort - On A Grand Scale
Tiny Comfort - On A Grand Scale
Timeline Design + BuildTimeline Design + Build
Finger Photography
This is an example of a small traditional l-shaped kitchen/diner in San Francisco with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, no island, engineered stone countertops and porcelain splashback.
Belmont Remodel
Belmont Remodel
BirdsmouthBirdsmouth
Small classic u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Portland with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, yellow cabinets, soapstone worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and no island.
James Kitchen
James Kitchen
Rainbow Valley Design & ConstructionRainbow Valley Design & Construction
Steve Smith Photography
This is an example of a small classic galley kitchen/diner in Other with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and no island.
REMMIES Award Winning Kitchen - Designed By Janis Manacsa
REMMIES Award Winning Kitchen - Designed By Janis Manacsa
Gilmans Kitchens and BathsGilmans Kitchens and Baths
A Gilmans Kitchens and Baths - Design Build Project (REMMIES Award Winning Kitchen) The original kitchen lacked counter space and seating for the homeowners and their family and friends. It was important for the homeowners to utilize every inch of usable space for storage, function and entertaining, so many organizational inserts were used in the kitchen design. Bamboo cabinets, cork flooring and neolith countertops were used in the design. Storage Solutions include a spice pull-out, towel pull-out, pantry pull outs and lemans corner cabinets. Bifold lift up cabinets were also used for convenience. Special organizational inserts were used in the Pantry cabinets for maximum organization. Check out more kitchens by Gilmans Kitchens and Baths! http://www.gkandb.com/ DESIGNER: JANIS MANACSA PHOTOGRAPHER: TREVE JOHNSON CABINETS: DEWILS CABINETRY
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.
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.
Contemporary Small Kitchen makeover
Contemporary Small Kitchen makeover
Fraley and CompanyFraley and Company
The space can now accommodate two cooks comfortably. Lighting is improved by adding undercabinet and decorative fixtures. Kristal Passy Photography
This is an example of a small contemporary galley kitchen/diner in Portland with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, beige splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Ross Guest Cabin
Ross Guest Cabin
Dotter & Solfjeld Architecture + DesignDotter & Solfjeld Architecture + Design
Small classic open plan kitchen in San Francisco with metal splashback, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar and beige floors.
Rustic Working Barn
Rustic Working Barn
Selle Valley Construction, Inc.Selle Valley Construction, Inc.
Compact kitchen in the Caretakers Apartment complete with 24" glass top GE Electric Free-Standing Range and 24" LG Fridge and Freezer Combo (not shown). Red painted shaker cabinets, with white glass knobs and Pental Quartz countertops and 4" blacksplash in "Polished Cashmere". Kohler stainless steel single bowl sink, top mounted, with Kohler Simplice faucet in vibrant stainless. Wall mounted sconce above the sink is Shades of Sleek Contemporary bath light in rubbed bronze. Walls are Sherwin Willams "White Heron Stain", baseboards, window sills and beams are hemlock in Wurth "Morgeau" stain. Flooring is Cathedral Plank in "Gold Coast Oak." Tongue and groove ceiling is rough sawn fir and spruce. Floating shelves on sink wall use floating shelve brackets and are finished in the same wood at the exposed beams.
Vermont goes Hobbit Modern
Vermont goes Hobbit Modern
Meditch Murphey ArchitectsMeditch Murphey Architects
A view of the kitchen, loft, and exposed timber frame structure. photo by Lael Taylor
Inspiration for a small rustic single-wall open plan kitchen in DC Metro with flat-panel cabinets, wood worktops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, brown floors, brown worktops, grey cabinets, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
TARDIS House
TARDIS House
Positive Footprints Pty LtdPositive Footprints Pty Ltd
Simon Black
Photo of a small victorian l-shaped kitchen/diner in Melbourne with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble worktops, metallic splashback, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, no island, brown floors and white worktops.
El Cerrito Transitional
El Cerrito Transitional
Amanda Armstrong SavaAmanda Armstrong Sava
Inspiration for a small traditional l-shaped kitchen pantry in San Francisco with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring and an 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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