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Beach House
Beach House
Vibha Hutchins DesignVibha Hutchins Design
Vibha Hutchins
Inspiration for a small coastal u-shaped kitchen/diner in Jacksonville with glass-front cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite worktops and an island.
Palarchio Kitchen Renovation
Palarchio Kitchen Renovation
Jennifer McGahan InteriorsJennifer McGahan Interiors
Tiffany Sanford
Inspiration for a small rustic u-shaped kitchen/diner in Ottawa with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, marble worktops, beige splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and no island.
Country Galley Kitchen
Country Galley Kitchen
Apple Country CabinetsApple Country Cabinets
Photo of a small traditional galley enclosed kitchen in Burlington with a belfast sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, stainless steel appliances, no island, grey floors and white worktops.
California Dream
California Dream
Ailes Millwork Inc.Ailes Millwork Inc.
A small alcove off the main kitchen, housed matching distressed pine dish cabinets with chicken wire doors that beautifully display a variety of tableware, adding interest to this space.
Teaswood Project Guest Apartment
Teaswood Project Guest Apartment
Designs by Debra CruzDesigns by Debra Cruz
Photo of a small bohemian single-wall open plan kitchen in Houston with a submerged sink, open cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite worktops, grey splashback, stone tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Green Remodeling Kitchen
Green Remodeling Kitchen
FIDELITY Builders and DesignFIDELITY Builders and Design
Candy
Inspiration for a small traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, no island, beige floors and white worktops.
Modern Farmhouse Kitchen Manhattan Style
Modern Farmhouse Kitchen Manhattan Style
Zobel & Co. KitchensZobel & Co. Kitchens
Cabinet stays open until switch at the bottom as tapped, then closes automatically. Blum Aventos lift system, reclaimed wood cabinet by Country Roads Associates, Holmes NY Chris Sanders
Country Galley Kitchen
Country Galley Kitchen
Apple Country CabinetsApple Country Cabinets
This is an example of a small traditional galley enclosed kitchen in Burlington with a belfast sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, stainless steel appliances, no island, grey floors and white worktops.
Pied a Terre Guest Accomodations
Pied a Terre Guest Accomodations
BPL Design GroupBPL Design Group
Pat Lepe Custom Draperies
Inspiration for a small traditional galley enclosed kitchen in Baltimore with a built-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, tile countertops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine flooring, no island, multi-coloured floors and multicoloured worktops.
Palarchio Kitchen Renovation
Palarchio Kitchen Renovation
Jennifer McGahan InteriorsJennifer McGahan Interiors
Tiffany Sanford
This is an example of a small rustic u-shaped kitchen/diner in Ottawa with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, marble worktops, beige splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and no island.
Hill Country Rustic Elegance
Hill Country Rustic Elegance
Southern LandscapeSouthern Landscape
The casita includes an interior kitchenette designed and built by Southern Landscape. Custom stone flooring is matched with a single-slab leuder limestone countertop. This kitchenette is perfect for an afternoon snack, cup of coffee, or cold beverage.
All Products
All Products
Innovative Window TreatmentsInnovative Window Treatments
Hunter Douglas Skyline Panels
Photo of a small traditional galley enclosed kitchen in New York with a built-in sink, open cabinets, distressed cabinets, composite countertops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, lino flooring and an island.
Muldrew Lake Residence
Muldrew Lake Residence
Thomas James Cabinetry Inc.Thomas James Cabinetry Inc.
This is an example of a small rustic galley kitchen pantry in Toronto with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite worktops, beige splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and an island.
Brookhaven Modern Kitchen
Brookhaven Modern Kitchen
Cavins Kitchen VillageCavins Kitchen Village
Brookhaven cabinets in Maple wood with the Coronado door style. Upper Doors finished in Lace with Charcoal glaze. Lower doors finish in Black with Expresso Glaze. Corian countertops, color being Rain Cloud.
Farmhouse Gut-Rehab with new Additions
Farmhouse Gut-Rehab with new Additions
Gary O'Connor - Architect, LLCGary O'Connor - Architect, LLC
This is actually a temporary kitchen. A new larger kitchen is planned with in a future addition. Gary R. O'Connor
This is an example of a small country l-shaped enclosed kitchen in New York with a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite worktops, multi-coloured splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and no island.
Jones TW12
Jones TW12
Sheraton InteriorsSheraton Interiors
Stunning industrial style kitchen with a beautiful textured metal effect kitchen island and bare brick wall.
Inspiration for a small modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in London with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, quartz worktops, metallic splashback, mirror splashback, black appliances, an island and white worktops.
Mountain House Condos: The Kesten, Collingwood, ON
Mountain House Condos: The Kesten, Collingwood, ON
CENTRO by drôrs Kitchen and HomeCENTRO by drôrs Kitchen and Home
Luxury condo kitchens well-equipped and designed for optimal function and flow in these stunning suites at the base of world-renowned Blue Mountain Ski Resort in Collingwood, Ontario. Photography by Nat Caron.
Creekside Cabin
Creekside Cabin
Roughing It In StyleRoughing It In Style
This is an example of a small rustic single-wall kitchen/diner in Other with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite worktops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Symphony Design House
Symphony Design House
JEFFERY ROBERTS DESIGNJEFFERY ROBERTS DESIGN
James Yochum Photography
This is an example of a small country single-wall kitchen/diner in Grand Rapids with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, composite countertops, red splashback, integrated appliances, concrete flooring and an island.
My Work
My Work
Soudi Amini DesignSoudi Amini Design
Inspiration for a small traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring, an island and beige floors.

Small Kitchen with Distressed Cabinets 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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