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Small Kitchen with Open Cabinets Ideas and Designs

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Field of Dreams
Field of Dreams
Hanson Construction & Specialty Cabinets, LLCHanson Construction & Specialty Cabinets, LLC
Vern Grove
Inspiration for a small classic galley kitchen pantry in Other with open cabinets, dark wood cabinets and granite worktops.
Clarkston Cottage
Clarkston Cottage
Andrea MarsAndrea Mars
Small rural l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Detroit with a belfast sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, no island, brown floors and white worktops.
大阪市北区の住宅兼事務所
大阪市北区の住宅兼事務所
株式会社　藤本高志建築設計事務所株式会社　藤本高志建築設計事務所
写真：富田英次
Photo of a small urban single-wall open plan kitchen in Osaka with a submerged sink, open cabinets, grey cabinets, concrete worktops, metallic splashback, concrete flooring, an island, grey floors and grey worktops.
Ostindiefararegatan 5
Ostindiefararegatan 5
Bjurfors SkåneBjurfors Skåne
Bjurfors/ Andrea Papini
Design ideas for a small scandinavian open plan kitchen in Malmo with open cabinets, light wood cabinets, light hardwood flooring, an island and beige floors.
Маленький, но лофт
Маленький, но лофт
Юлия МагановаЮлия Маганова
Design ideas for a small urban l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a built-in sink, open cabinets, wood worktops, brown splashback, brick splashback, white appliances, laminate floors, no island and grey floors.
Windsor Loft Space
Windsor Loft Space
Kelly Cowan DesignsKelly Cowan Designs
Inspiration for a small industrial galley kitchen/diner in San Francisco with a submerged sink, open cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood worktops, orange splashback, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances, plywood flooring and no island.
Melbourne residence
Melbourne residence
Comer & KingComer & King
Compact single-sided kitchen with concealed euro laundry and linen cupboard
Inspiration for a small modern single-wall kitchen pantry in Melbourne with a single-bowl sink, open cabinets, brown cabinets, recycled glass countertops, brown splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances and light hardwood flooring.
Blacksmith Shop Air BnB Rental
Blacksmith Shop Air BnB Rental
Design PlatformDesign Platform
www.davidlauerphotography.com
Design ideas for a small industrial l-shaped kitchen in Denver with wood worktops, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring, no island, a built-in sink, open cabinets and white splashback.
Historic House in Pinehurst, NC
Historic House in Pinehurst, NC
Dandeneau Architecture P.L.L.C.Dandeneau Architecture P.L.L.C.
John Gessner
Photo of a small farmhouse kitchen in Raleigh with open cabinets, distressed cabinets and an island.
Cascade House
Cascade House
SustainSustain
Design ideas for a small modern galley kitchen/diner in Portland with a built-in sink, dark wood cabinets, composite countertops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, no island and open cabinets.
Timber Frame Lake House
Timber Frame Lake House
William J. Ross ConstructionWilliam J. Ross Construction
Photo & Timbers By Thistlewood Cabinets and Millwork by Mike Ross, Ross Construction
Small rustic l-shaped kitchen pantry in Toronto with open cabinets and medium hardwood flooring.
Lilienhoff's billeder
Lilienhoff's billeder
LILIENHOFFLILIENHOFF
Photo of a small urban galley enclosed kitchen in Odense with open cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel worktops, porcelain flooring and no island.
FS-HOME フラットハウス+
FS-HOME フラットハウス+
東涌写真事務所東涌写真事務所
撮影：東涌写真事務所　東涌 宏和
This is an example of a small urban galley open plan kitchen in Other with a built-in sink, open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood worktops, medium hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.
Ramni - Cucina
Ramni - Cucina
bada architetturabada architettura
Small bohemian l-shaped open plan kitchen in Rome with a built-in sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops, no island, multi-coloured floors and black worktops.
Modern Kitchen Interior Design for Client
Modern Kitchen Interior Design for Client
Aleksandar ZdravkovicAleksandar Zdravkovic
Small modern white kitchen
Inspiration for a small modern l-shaped kitchen pantry in Other with a double-bowl sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, white appliances, ceramic flooring, no island, white floors and brown worktops.
Industrial Kitchen Design Ideas
Industrial Kitchen Design Ideas
Everingham DesignEveringham Design
Photo of a small industrial l-shaped kitchen/diner in Columbus with a built-in sink, open cabinets, black cabinets, concrete worktops, brown splashback, brick splashback, black appliances, concrete flooring, a breakfast bar, grey floors and black worktops.
Little Base
Little Base
Junior Arce Diseño & ArquitecturaJunior Arce Diseño & Arquitectura
Junior Arce
Photo of a small bohemian single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, open cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood worktops, brown splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and a breakfast bar.
Brooklyn Loft
Brooklyn Loft
Wills Design AssociatesWills Design Associates
Inspiration for a small bohemian open plan kitchen in New York with open cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island and white worktops.
Historic Montecito Adobe
Historic Montecito Adobe
Julie Angelos, Realtor at Berkshire HathawayJulie Angelos, Realtor at Berkshire Hathaway
realestate.kristinrenee.com/
Design ideas for a small rustic l-shaped kitchen in Santa Barbara with a double-bowl sink, open cabinets, tile countertops and white appliances.
Adriatic Summer House
Adriatic Summer House
Ksenija JurinecKsenija Jurinec
Danilo Balaban / Ksenija Jurinec
Photo of a small mediterranean u-shaped kitchen/diner in Other with an integrated sink, open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, limestone worktops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, brick 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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