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Small Kitchen with Open Cabinets Ideas and Designs

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Cobble Hill Apartment Renovation
Cobble Hill Apartment Renovation
CO Adaptive Architecture PLLCCO Adaptive Architecture PLLC
Peter Dressel Photography
Photo of a small contemporary kitchen/diner in New York with a built-in sink, open cabinets, light wood cabinets, stainless steel worktops, white splashback and glass sheet splashback.
Nantucket Cottage
Nantucket Cottage
Studio IQLStudio IQL
Sam Oberter Photography
Design ideas for a small eclectic u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Providence with a belfast sink, open cabinets, distressed cabinets, soapstone worktops, blue splashback, stone slab splashback, coloured appliances, medium hardwood flooring and no island.
Brighton Cottage
Brighton Cottage
Field Day StudioField Day Studio
Christoffer Rudquist
Small rustic u-shaped kitchen/diner in Sussex with a belfast sink, open cabinets, wood worktops, coloured appliances and grey floors.
Custom Closets and Pantry
Custom Closets and Pantry
Closet POSSIBLECloset POSSIBLE
Custom Pantry with Ample Storage
Small contemporary kitchen pantry in New York with white cabinets, open cabinets and brick flooring.
My Houzz: Creativity Flows in a New Hampshire Cottage
My Houzz: Creativity Flows in a New Hampshire Cottage
Rikki SnyderRikki Snyder
Photo: Rikki Snyder © 2014 Houzz
Design ideas for a small bohemian enclosed kitchen in New York with open cabinets, white cabinets, light hardwood flooring and no island.
APARTAMENTO RUZ01
APARTAMENTO RUZ01
tres60 arquitecturatres60 arquitectura
This is an example of a small mediterranean l-shaped open plan kitchen in Valencia with a submerged sink, open cabinets, grey cabinets, concrete worktops, grey splashback, cement tile splashback, black appliances, concrete flooring, no island, white floors, grey worktops and exposed beams.
Craftsman cottage
Craftsman cottage
CH ArchitectsCH Architects
Compact Craftsman kitchen
Small traditional galley kitchen in Raleigh with a built-in sink, open cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, wood splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and green worktops.
Waterfront Cottage
Waterfront Cottage
b Architecture Studiob Architecture Studio
water tap for dog bowl niche
Inspiration for a small coastal kitchen/diner in Boston with open cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors, white worktops and exposed beams.
Rockaway Beach Pacifica ADU
Rockaway Beach Pacifica ADU
Refocus Photography and Virtual ToursRefocus Photography and Virtual Tours
Small beach style galley open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, open cabinets, grey cabinets, marble worktops, grey splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors and white worktops.
Function & Efficiency - Scott's Valley
Function & Efficiency - Scott's Valley
Lewis Design-Build-RemodelLewis Design-Build-Remodel
Beautiful floating walnut vanity with intergraded concrete sink makes this 1/2 bathroom stand out for all the right reasons.
Design ideas for a small modern galley kitchen/diner in San Francisco with a belfast sink, open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, brown floors and white worktops.
Linnégatan 18
Linnégatan 18
coloredhomecoloredhome
Foto: Nils & Sebastian Photography
Design ideas for a small rural u-shaped kitchen in Stockholm with a single-bowl sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, white splashback, wood splashback, black appliances, light hardwood flooring and no island.
La cucina [S.Eframo lovely house bnb]
La cucina [S.Eframo lovely house bnb]
Pucciarelli ArchitettiPucciarelli Architetti
https://www.tanelloproduction.com/
Small scandinavian single-wall kitchen/diner in Naples with a built-in sink, open cabinets, stainless steel appliances and beige floors.
Gypsy tiny home
Gypsy tiny home
Carpentry by DesignCarpentry by Design
Leah Thompson
Design ideas for a small classic galley open plan kitchen in Seattle with a submerged sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, coloured appliances, medium hardwood flooring and no island.
The Sunderland House
The Sunderland House
Expose Design Group Inc.Expose Design Group Inc.
Kitchen view to Living Room
Inspiration for a small classic galley kitchen in Toronto with a single-bowl sink, open cabinets, white splashback, granite splashback and an island.
L-Shaped Galley Kitchen Update
L-Shaped Galley Kitchen Update
Neil Kelly CompanyNeil Kelly Company
This unique kitchen space is an L-shaped galley with lots of windows looking out to Lake Washington. The new design features classic white lower cabinets and floating walnut shelves above. White quartz countertop, brass hardware and fixtures, light blue textured wallpaper, and three different forms of lighting-- can lights, sconces, and LED strips under the floating shelf to illuminate what's on the shelf or countertop below it.
Arts + Crafts Eclectic Kitchen with Open Storage
Arts + Crafts Eclectic Kitchen with Open Storage
Jennifer Gustafson Interior DesignJennifer Gustafson Interior Design
• Eclectic galley kitchen • Open wall storage • Blue grasscloth wallcovering
This is an example of a small traditional galley enclosed kitchen in Chicago with a built-in sink, open cabinets, laminate countertops, black worktops and medium wood cabinets.
Orono Home
Orono Home
AMEK Custom BuildersAMEK Custom Builders
Photo of a small classic galley kitchen pantry in Minneapolis with open cabinets, blue cabinets and medium hardwood flooring.
Pinner Pantry
Pinner Pantry
David Aldrich Designs LtdDavid Aldrich Designs Ltd
David Aldrich
Small contemporary l-shaped kitchen pantry in London with open cabinets, white cabinets, ceramic flooring and no island.
Kitchen Addition and Main floor (Canterbury Dr., Minnetonka, MN)
Kitchen Addition and Main floor (Canterbury Dr., Minnetonka, MN)
UserUser
Walk in kitchen pantry
Design ideas for a small contemporary l-shaped kitchen pantry in Minneapolis with open cabinets, white cabinets and medium hardwood flooring.
Shabby Chic-inspirerad Kök
Shabby Chic-inspirerad Kök
Photo of a small midcentury single-wall enclosed kitchen in Other with open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, plywood flooring and no island.

Small Kitchen with Open 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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