Small Kitchen with Lino Flooring Ideas and Designs

Small (144 square feet) kitchen packed with storage and style.
Photo of a small traditional u-shaped enclosed kitchen in New York with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, engineered stone countertops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, lino flooring, no island, multi-coloured floors and white worktops.

The Green Cottage

Denise Koczera

Dan Koczera, E-xpand, Inc
Design ideas for a small country u-shaped kitchen/diner in DC Metro with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, coloured appliances, lino flooring and an island.

Shack Attack!

Kristen Wall

This kitchen and cabinets were painted a bright white to freshen up the space.
Photo of a small traditional single-wall enclosed kitchen in Bridgeport with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances and lino flooring.

Double your Pleasure, Double your Fun

McCabe By Design LLC

An induction cooktop with down draft system (in-line blower is in the crawl space) make meal preparation a breeze at the kitchen. Island storage includes pots, pans, spices, cooking tools, phone charger and more.

Rénovation maison jumelée

Camille Maury architecte - m.archi

Camille Maury
Inspiration for a small scandi l-shaped kitchen pantry in Bordeaux with a built-in sink, beaded cabinets, light wood cabinets, blue splashback, white appliances, lino flooring and an island.

West End Avenue Apartment

Emily Kandel Design

Susan Fisher Photography This compact Kitchen was opened up to the Living Area to lighten and brighten the apartment. The IKEA cabinets allow for an enormous amount of storage and the porcelain counter tops are low maintenance.

Belmont kitchen

Vaneri Studio

Tom Cogill
Inspiration for a small contemporary l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, lino flooring and no island.

Second Nature Braodoak Shaker Painted white

newrooms kitchens bedrooms & bathrooms

Stunning contemporary monochrome painted kitchen in chalk white softened with the use of curved wall units and curved deep pan drawers. The Second Nature Broadoak shaker painted doors in chalk are perfectly offset by the composite stone worktop and splashbacks in polished ebony. Stylish Bosch appliances in black glass and a white glass Elica extractor hood complete the monochrome look.

Local Showroom

Ryan Cabinetry Inc.

Lighting Showroom - Photos by Jeremy Dupuie
Photo of a small single-wall kitchen/diner in Detroit with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, lino flooring, no island, multi-coloured floors and grey worktops.

Transitional kitchen that's small on space but big on style.

Stephen Graver

Our client was looking to create a traditional kitchen with a contemporary twist, a design that maximised storage in a relatively small space. We were to incorporate an existing freestanding oven and the client was keen on a Fisher & Paykel fridge freezer. The combination of the shaker-style cabinetry and the high-gloss porcelain worktops give a clean, crisp finish and meets the contemporary design brief. On the opposite side of the room we converted a tall built-in cupboard that included a bespoke dog bed for their six year old Cocker Spaniel. We installed the internal window to allow light to flood the hall and stairs, but also to give another perspective within the room. The addition of the dining table, mirror and light fitting compliment the space perfectly, and help to achieve an overall result of room that's both warm and welcoming and meets the client brief completely.

Industrial Kitchen With American Diner Feel

Sustainable Kitchens

Sustainable Kitchens - Industrial Kitchen with American Diner Feel. White shelving on vintage Duckett design brackets attached to white metro tiles with dark grout work well with the bianco venato worktop for the breakfast bar. Vintage style accessories with a Dualit toaster and oversized Newgate clock add to the industrial diner theme.

SEGUNDA RESIDENCIA EN SANTANDER

mara pardo estudio - reformas e interiorismo

Cocina con doble mueble alto en puente realizada en pet blanco con tirador tipo gola incorporado, combinado con laminado de madera. La encimera es del modelo Calatorao de Neolith porcelánico. La barra está fabricada con el mismo laminado de madera imitación roble. El suelo es de vinilo y los azulejos modelo Street de Porcelanosa. . Fegadera bajo encimera negro de Franke .

A Contemporary Kitchen in Black, White and Gray

Kitchen & Bath Design + Construction

Lastly, docking stations for various electronic devices along with flat screen TVs and creating storage for these items is high on everyone’s list along with added storage for pots, pans, spices, cookbooks, etc. Creating storage for a kitchen’s entire myriad of tools remains a high priority for homeowners as they request a place for everything and everything in its place. Clean lines and clean appearances-no clutter on countertops-is at the top of today’s wish list. Photo by Chrissy Racho

Rénovation complète d'un studio de 20 m² par Les Décoreuses

LES DECOREUSES

Photo of a small classic galley open plan kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, beaded cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, lino flooring, an island, brown floors and brown worktops.

Ellington Condo Kitchen and Office Remodel

Custom Kitchens by John Wilkins, Inc.

Francis Combes
Small contemporary u-shaped enclosed kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, lino flooring, no island, grey floors and white worktops.

Rénovation d'une petite cuisine

Mimi's Home design- Décoratrice d'intérieur Ufdi

Avant/ Après: nouveau plan de travail avec l'évier encastré. un bac rond unique pour un gain de place, face à la fenêtre pour profiter de la lumière naturelle.

Mike + Samantha's Kitchen and Bathroom

Encircle Design and Build

Before Michelle Ruber
Photo of a small modern u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Portland with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, concrete worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, lino flooring and no island.

Colorful Alameda Kitchen

W. David Seidel, AIA - Architect

This is an example of a small rural l-shaped enclosed kitchen in San Francisco with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, yellow cabinets, laminate countertops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, black appliances, lino flooring and a breakfast bar.

Gothard House

Lowe's of Conway, Arkansas

Diamond Reflections cabinets in the Jamestown door style with the slab drawer front option. Cherry stained in Light. Cabinet design and photo by Daniel Clardy AKBD

Traditional Kitchen

Photo of a small traditional u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Portland with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, white appliances, lino flooring and no island.

Small Kitchen with Lino Flooring 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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