Small Kitchen with Distressed Cabinets Ideas and Designs

KBC Design Studio/Kitchens By Christina Inc.

LTB Photography
Design ideas for a small rustic u-shaped kitchen/diner in New York with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, soapstone worktops, multi-coloured splashback, terracotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and a breakfast bar.

French Quarter Cottage

Cabinets by Design

For this French Quarter guest house, we outfitted a small yet efficient kitchen with custom cabinets and gourmet appliances. Inset cabinetry in custom distressed finishes stay true to the feel of the historic home. Honed marble countertops and copper hardware accents finish the warm and inviting space and complement the original beamed ceiling, brick walls and slate tile floors.

Rustic Kitchens

User

This is an example of a small rustic l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Austin with distressed cabinets, grey splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, integrated appliances, porcelain flooring, an island, beige floors, a submerged sink, quartz worktops, grey worktops and recessed-panel cabinets.

Log Cabin Guest House Kitchenette

Shenandoah Kitchen & Home

L-shaped custom kitchenette in log cabin guest house. White washed finished custom cabinetry made from reclaimed fence board with granite counter tops. Bathroom vanity also custom to match the kitchen, along with a hand made clay bowl.

Painted sage green, caramel sandthrough, Kitchen

Amelia Cabinet Company

Litchfield CT, beautiful example of beaded raised panel inset cabinetry. Painted sage green with caramel sandthrough. Chestnut flooring. by Amelia Cabinet Company ameliawoodwork.com

New Moon Cottage

Richard Bubnowski Design LLC

Donna Grimes, Serenity Design Sam Oberter Photography LLC 2012 Design Excellence Awards, Residential Design+Build Magazine 2011 Watermark Award
Design ideas for a small contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, wood worktops, mosaic tiled splashback, an island, distressed cabinets, multi-coloured splashback and stainless steel appliances.

Crystal Cabinets- Traditional Walk-In Pantry

Western Products

Design by: Bill Tweten, CKD, CBD Photo by: Robb Siverson www.robbsiverson.com A walk in pantry is great for additional food storage for any kitchen. This custom designed pantry features Crystal Cabinets antique white paint with brown glazing and extra distressing to give the cabinets a weathered look. Bead board was used in place of a traditional styled backsplash and standard drawers were replaced with wicker basket pull outs, and glass accent doors add a little more interest to the cabinets. Saba granite was used to add a splash of color along with oil rubbed bronze hardware to offset the light cabinets. All together this pantry provides ample storage and has an extraordinary look of its own.

Rustic Cottage by Sisson Dupont and Carder

SISSON DUPONT & CARDER INC

kurtis miller photography, kmpics.com Small rustic kitchen that is big on design. Great use of small space.
Design ideas for a small rustic open plan kitchen in Other with a built-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, stone tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, painted wood flooring, an island and brown floors.

Nashua, NH Kitchen Remodel

G. M. Roth Design Remodeling, Inc.

Design ideas for a small rustic galley kitchen/diner in Manchester with a single-bowl sink, distressed cabinets, granite worktops, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, raised-panel cabinets, stone tiled splashback, no island and beige floors.

Single Family Loft

MILIEU

Photography: Tony Soluri
This is an example of a small rustic galley enclosed kitchen in Chicago with no island, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, coloured appliances, a belfast sink and porcelain flooring.

Park Ave Modern

Natural Instincts Interior Design

Design ideas for a small contemporary kitchen/diner in Salt Lake City with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances and an island.

Park Terrace Weathered Kitchen

Angeline Tellerman

The pantry was added for extra storage. Bob Morris Photography
This is an example of a small classic u-shaped kitchen/diner in San Francisco with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, composite countertops, green splashback, stainless steel appliances and a breakfast bar.

Historic House in Pinehurst, NC

Dandeneau Architecture P.L.L.C.

John Gessner
Photo of a small farmhouse kitchen in Raleigh with open cabinets, distressed cabinets and an island.

Cozy Cabin with Rustic Charm

Angelica Henry Design

Design ideas for a small rustic l-shaped kitchen/diner in Phoenix with a belfast sink, distressed cabinets, granite worktops, brown splashback, black appliances, slate flooring and grey floors.

Palarchio Kitchen Renovation

Jennifer McGahan Interiors

Tiffany Sanford
Design ideas for a small rustic u-shaped kitchen/diner in Ottawa with flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite worktops, beige splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and no island.

Rustic Barnwood Kitchen

SAW Creations LLC

Photo Credit: Dustin @ Rockhouse Motion
Inspiration for a small rustic u-shaped kitchen/diner in Wichita with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, concrete worktops, brown splashback, wood splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring, an island and grey floors.

Rustic FarmHouse Kitchen Design

Made in Monroe

Photo Credits: Charlie Byers
Small farmhouse u-shaped kitchen/diner in Atlanta with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, wood worktops, brown splashback, wood splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and brown worktops.

Rustic Red Cedar Kitchen with cultured Stone Backsplash

Attic Treasures

Design ideas for a small rustic u-shaped kitchen/diner in Other with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite worktops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring and an island.

Kitchen and Hall Bathroom Remodel

May Construction, Inc.

Dramatic tile and contrasting cabinet pulls, proved that this chic petite kitchen wasn’t afraid to have fun. The creative peninsula full of personality and functionality offers not only visual interest but a place to prepare meals, wash, and dine all in one. A bold patterned tile backsplash, rising to the role of the main focal point, does the double trick of punching up the white cabinets and making the ceiling feel even higher. New Appliances, double-duty accents, convenient open shelving and sleek lighting solutions, take full advantage of this kitchen layout. Fresh white upper cabinets, Deep brown lowers full of texture, a brilliant blue dining wall and lively tile fill this small kitchen with big style.

Kitchens

Martin Bennett Photography

© 2016 Martin Bennett
Inspiration for a small rural l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Gloucestershire with shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, wood worktops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, porcelain flooring and no island.

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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