Practical Small Kitchen Design and Layout Tips

Before, people bank on the idea that in order for a kitchen to be fully functional it has to be big. The area has to be large enough to accommodate all necessary equipment to prepare the meals while ensuring a smooth-flowing mobility around it. However, nowadays small kitchen designs have been gaining popularity. Their practical aesthetics and space-saving layout have been a trend among modern homes. Below are some practical small kitchen design and layout tips.

Opt for an Efficient Kitchen Design

A tighter work triangle makes for a more ergonomically correct and efficient workspace. In a small kitchen, the key work stations can be accessed by simply turning around, not by walking three to six metres. So opt for an efficient and space-saving kitchen design without sacrificing mobility and ease of access.

Choose High-End Materials

In deciding which materials to use for your practical small kitchen design and layout, you should think ahead and purchase materials that are both durable and reliable. Because you are purchasing less material (e.g., 9sqm of granite countertop instead of 91 sqm), you can afford to upgrade the quality of materials you use.

Maximise Living Space

Living space should be maximised because less space is given over to the kitchen. Realize that kitchen islands are space hogs and are not always as useful as they may appear. Try to craft a kitchen design that doesn’t include an island. Push cabinetry all the way to the ceiling. Often, standard kitchen cabinetry has an open space at the top. While this does create a more airy feel, it’s a luxury you cannot afford in the small kitchen.

Strive for a Compact, Sensible Layout

Your range of potential layout designs is limited in a small kitchen. But that’s a good thing. For one, by maximising the functionality of the space, there will be less unused dead space. Open expanses of flooring and high ceilings are great, but they don’t help you cook a casserole.

For one thing, kitchen services already “like” to be close together. Dishwashers need to be near water supply and drain areas (i.e., sinks). Refrigerators with automatic ice makers need a water supply. Kitchen cabinetry tends to be clustered together into cohesive units rather than spread out. So, pulling together a tight kitchen really makes sense from a common sense, practical point of view.

Choose Glass Cabinet Doors

Use glass cabinet doors. The downside of pushing cabinetry up to the ceiling is it can make a kitchen more claustrophobic. Cure this by installing glass cabinet doors. Adding interior lighting to the cabinets can also make a huge difference.

Use Neutral Colours and Large Floor Tiles

Go for neutral or lighter colours. Darker colours will make the small kitchen feel oppressive and smaller. Similarly, opt for larger floor tiles. Counter-intuitive yes, but small flooring tiles make a room feel smaller.

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