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Beach Ave
Beach Ave
Schulberg Demkiw ArchitectsSchulberg Demkiw Architects
Derek Swalwell
This is an example of a small modern galley kitchen in Melbourne with concrete worktops, grey splashback, medium hardwood flooring, an island and light wood cabinets.
Wallingford Whole House Remodel
Wallingford Whole House Remodel
H2D Architecture + DesignH2D Architecture + Design
Design: H2D Architecture + Design www.h2darchitects.com Build: Crescent Builds Photos: Rafael Soldi
Photo of a small classic l-shaped kitchen in Seattle with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, brown floors and white worktops.
Mill House Condo
Mill House Condo
Chris ReilmannChris Reilmann
Chris Reilmann Photo
Small contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Denver with an island, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and stainless steel appliances.
Los Feliz Colorful Kitchen Renovation
Los Feliz Colorful Kitchen Renovation
22 INTERIORS22 INTERIORS
Photo by Amy Bartlam
Photo of a small bohemian galley kitchen in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, no island, a belfast sink, green cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, white appliances, multi-coloured floors, white worktops and cement flooring.
Renovation Appartement
Renovation Appartement
EdificeEdifice
Cuisine moderne dans les tons blanc épurée et chêne clair
Inspiration for a small contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with white cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, glass tiled splashback, white appliances, bamboo flooring, brown floors, white worktops, a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets and no island.
Berlin
Berlin
Fantastic FrankFantastic Frank
Stylist: Sara van Peteghem Fotograf: Magnus Petterson
Photo of a small scandi single-wall kitchen/diner in Berlin with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, white splashback, integrated appliances and light hardwood flooring.
Chez Marjorie
Chez Marjorie
STUDIO PKSTUDIO PK
Small contemporary enclosed kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, pink splashback, integrated appliances, no island, beige floors and white worktops.
New Build Apartment in Putney
New Build Apartment in Putney
Black and Milk | Interior Design | LondonBlack and Milk | Interior Design | London
This is an example of a small contemporary single-wall kitchen/diner in London with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, dark hardwood flooring, no island, brown floors and white splashback.
Urban Retreat
Urban Retreat
GALUCHATGALUCHAT
A custom designed table base and cream leather upholstered chairs add character and style to the breakfast bar in this clean-lined, high gloss lacquer kitchen with subtle colour accents. Photos by Stefan Zander
Gold Star Park Apartments
Gold Star Park Apartments
Kaminski + PewKaminski + Pew
Kitchen with black fixtures and hardware, ceramic tile backsplash, quartz countertops, and barbell pendant light. Photography by Kyle Born.
Small contemporary kitchen in Philadelphia with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and beige floors.
Small L Shape Kitchen - Kensington London
Small L Shape Kitchen - Kensington London
Elan KitchensElan Kitchens
Design ideas for a small contemporary grey and white kitchen in London with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a breakfast bar, brown floors, grey splashback, black appliances and dark hardwood flooring.
Islington apartment
Islington apartment
Alison Hammond PhotographyAlison Hammond Photography
Alison
Inspiration for a small classic galley kitchen in London with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops and white splashback.
Small Kitchen - Portland
Small Kitchen - Portland
Adapt Interior DesignAdapt Interior Design
Small transitional kitchen remodel with cement tile floor, under-mount corner sink, green shaker cabinets, quartz countertops, white ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and a paneled hood. Appliances: Kitchenaid Cabinet Finishes: White oak and Sherwin Williams "Contented" Wall Color: Sherwin Williams "Pure White" Countertop: Pental Quartz "Statuario" Backsplash: Z Collection "Aurora" Elongated Hex Floor: Bedrosians "Enchante" Splendid
Holiday Apartment, Porthleven
Holiday Apartment, Porthleven
Now KitchensNow Kitchens
Small is beautiful! It's the details in this holiday apartment in Porthleven that make all the difference. The kitchen is Masterclass Sutton H-Line (handlesless) in Heritage Grey with Oak accents on the handle rail and plinth. Solid oak shelving has been stained to match the other wood details and cleverly contrasted by industrial look lighting. The huge glass splashback in Decoglaze 'Aegean' really makes this petite kitchen stand out from the crowd.
Barrowgate Road
Barrowgate Road
haus propertieshaus properties
Design ideas for a small scandi l-shaped open plan kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, grey splashback, metro tiled splashback, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring and no island.
Wooloowin Residence
Wooloowin Residence
Claire Stevens Interior DesignClaire Stevens Interior Design
JC Lehuby
Photo of a small classic galley kitchen in Brisbane with white cabinets and white appliances.
Union Square Combination
Union Square Combination
Lauren Rubin ArchitectureLauren Rubin Architecture
Alyssa Kirsten
Design ideas for a small contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets and marble splashback.
Alicante Tourist Apartment Photography
Alicante Tourist Apartment Photography
Cala Studio FotografíaCala Studio Fotografía
Photo of a small contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Alicante-Costa Blanca with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances and grey worktops.
Kitchen Renovation
Kitchen Renovation
Verto KitchensVerto Kitchens
Small modern u-shaped kitchen in Gold Coast - Tweed with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, glass sheet splashback, orange floors and grey worktops.
Реализация интерьера небольшой квартиры в Новой боровой (Минск)
Реализация интерьера небольшой квартиры в Новой боровой (Минск)
Центр интерьерных решений DomaniЦентр интерьерных решений Domani
Small contemporary single-wall kitchen/diner in Other with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring, no island, beige floors and grey worktops.

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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