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casa Aigua
casa Aigua
CAVAACAVAA
Nit Victorio
Photo of a small mediterranean u-shaped kitchen/diner in Barcelona with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, blue splashback, a breakfast bar, ceramic splashback and ceramic flooring.
San Jose Eichler Kitchen
San Jose Eichler Kitchen
Amanda Armstrong SavaAmanda Armstrong Sava
Small midcentury galley open plan kitchen in San Francisco with white appliances, a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tiled splashback, porcelain flooring and no island.
Miller Kitchen
Miller Kitchen
Turan Designs, Inc.Turan Designs, Inc.
Transitional White Kitchen with Farmhouse Sink
Inspiration for a small traditional u-shaped kitchen/diner in Atlanta with a belfast sink, white cabinets, recessed-panel cabinets, soapstone worktops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, an island, beige floors and green worktops.
Rénovation et décoration 53m2 Paris XIe
Rénovation et décoration 53m2 Paris XIe
Emmanuelle CohendetEmmanuelle Cohendet
Sarah Hafner
This is an example of a small contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Other with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, black splashback, stainless steel appliances, no island and ceramic flooring.
Proyecto Casa de Pueblo Costa Brava
Proyecto Casa de Pueblo Costa Brava
Nice Home BarcelonaNice Home Barcelona
Small mediterranean l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Barcelona with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement flooring, no island, multi-coloured floors and brown worktops.
Sous les toits
Sous les toits
Franck Minieri, PhotographerFranck Minieri, Photographer
Merci de me contacter pour toute publication et utilisation des photos. Franck Minieri | Photographe www.franckminieri.com
Small rural single-wall open plan kitchen in Nice with a built-in sink, stainless steel appliances, terracotta flooring and no island.
Greenwich Village - Morton St
Greenwich Village - Morton St
Grand Renovation, IncGrand Renovation, Inc
John Buchbinder
Small contemporary u-shaped enclosed kitchen in New York with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, stainless steel appliances, composite countertops, white splashback, ceramic flooring and no island.
Collingwood - Ski Chalet
Collingwood - Ski Chalet
Rad Design IncRad Design Inc
© Rad Design Inc. Modern mix of 'ski chalet' style and 'beach house', for a cottage that's located both near the ski slopes and the beach. An all season retreat.
PISO PILOTO SAUCE MYRAMAR
PISO PILOTO SAUCE MYRAMAR
Pili Molina | Masfotogenica InteriorismoPili Molina | Masfotogenica Interiorismo
Fotografía: masfotogenica fotografia
Small bohemian single-wall kitchen/diner in Malaga with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate flooring, composite countertops and no island.
Contemporary Kitchen
Contemporary Kitchen
Small contemporary grey and white and grey and black single-wall open plan kitchen in London with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood worktops, brown splashback, black appliances, ceramic flooring and no island.
Villa Vicin' 'O Mare
Villa Vicin' 'O Mare
Allen ConstructionAllen Construction
Whole house remodel of a classic Mid-Century style beach bungalow into a modern beach villa. Architect: Neumann Mendro Andrulaitis General Contractor: Allen Construction Photographer: Ciro Coelho
Fontana Interior
Fontana Interior
Mark English Architects, AIAMark English Architects, AIA
photos: Matthew Millman This 1100 SF space is a reinvention of an early 1960s unit in one of two semi-circular apartment towers near San Francisco’s Aquatic Park. The existing design ignored the sweeping views and featured the same humdrum features one might have found in a mid-range suburban development from 40 years ago. The clients who bought the unit wanted to transform the apartment into a pied a terre with the feel of a high-end hotel getaway: sleek, exciting, sexy. The apartment would serve as a theater, revealing the spectacular sights of the San Francisco Bay.
Ceramic House
Ceramic House
HRuiz Architecture & Design TeamHRuiz Architecture & Design Team
Pedro Mohamud
Design ideas for a small contemporary galley kitchen in Madrid with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets and white cabinets.
Апартаменты Пестово
Апартаменты Пестово
Architectural Bureau SretenkaArchitectural Bureau Sretenka
Борис Бочкарев
Small contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Moscow with flat-panel cabinets, black splashback, integrated appliances and no island.
Casa de verano
Casa de verano
Oliver Yanes FotógrafoOliver Yanes Fotógrafo
Oliver Yanes
Design ideas for a small mediterranean l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white appliances, a built-in sink, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, ceramic flooring and no island.
New York Apartment
New York Apartment
Nancy CorzineNancy Corzine
Small contemporary galley kitchen/diner in New York with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances and no island.
Glittering Heights
Glittering Heights
Teakwood Builders, Inc.Teakwood Builders, Inc.
The patterns in the exotic wood veneer in the glossy Italian-made cabinetry play off the lustrous metal wall tile. Scott Bergman Photography
Inspiration for a small eclectic u-shaped kitchen/diner in Boston with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, metallic splashback, stainless steel appliances, metal splashback and granite worktops.
Debra Campbell Design
Debra Campbell Design
Debra Drake DesignDebra Drake Design
Design ideas for a small rustic l-shaped kitchen/diner in Seattle with a submerged sink, beaded cabinets, beige cabinets, soapstone worktops, beige splashback, stone tiled splashback, integrated appliances, travertine flooring and an island.
Aliso
Aliso
Equiterra Regenerative DesignEquiterra Regenerative Design
Patrick Coulie Photography
Design ideas for a small contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Albuquerque with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, blue splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring and no island.
CASA IKEA REVISTA CASA DIEZ
CASA IKEA REVISTA CASA DIEZ
Pili Molina | Masfotogenica InteriorismoPili Molina | Masfotogenica Interiorismo
MASFOTOGENICA FOTOGRAFÍA (Carlos Yagüe)
Photo of a small contemporary single-wall enclosed kitchen in Malaga with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, stainless steel worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic 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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