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Полный штиль
Полный штиль
ЕвгенияЕвгения
Small traditional l-shaped kitchen in Other with a built-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, grey worktops and stainless steel appliances.
Лофт квартира в ЖК Лефорт
Лофт квартира в ЖК Лефорт
4arts4arts
Inspiration for a small industrial kitchen/diner in Moscow with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel worktops, red splashback, brick splashback, coloured appliances and light hardwood flooring.
Квартира в Петергофе
Квартира в Петергофе
Мария ПилипенкоМария Пилипенко
Photo of a small traditional u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Moscow with a submerged sink, beaded cabinets, grey cabinets, white splashback, brown floors and white worktops.
Arrowhead Ski Pad
Arrowhead Ski Pad
Reed Design GroupReed Design Group
This is an example of a small classic l-shaped open plan kitchen in Denver with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, brown floors, white worktops and medium hardwood flooring.
Libros y recuerdos en un piso de Chamartín
Libros y recuerdos en un piso de Chamartín
Carla Capdevila FotografíaCarla Capdevila Fotografía
Fotografía: Carla Capdevila / © Houzz España 2019
Photo of a small contemporary l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white splashback, beige floors and white worktops.
Stylish Bright Kitchen in Lansing
Stylish Bright Kitchen in Lansing
McDaniels Kitchen and BathMcDaniels Kitchen and Bath
This Lansing kitchen design embraces the transitional style with a bright, contemporary color scheme, clean lines, and ample storage space. The perimeter kitchen cabinets are Medallion Cabinetry in a painted white finish on a shaker style door, while the island is in a contrasting gray finish. The cabinetry is topped by a gray granite countertop and complemented by a white glass tile backsplash. A double bowl stainless undermount sink is situated by the kitchen window, along with a pull down spray faucet. The island incorporates work space, closed storage, and open shelving. The lighting design includes a glamorous chandelier above the island, creating an eye catching focal point. Luxury vinyl flooring in a gray wood plank design is a practical and stylish addition to this kitchen design.
Charonne
Charonne
Atelier NyoodAtelier Nyood
Design ideas for a small contemporary single-wall kitchen in Paris with all styles of cabinet, light wood cabinets, concrete worktops, grey splashback, stone tiled splashback, integrated appliances, grey floors and grey worktops.
Lucca in Woodhaven
Lucca in Woodhaven
Dragon Seed Interior Design Inc.Dragon Seed Interior Design Inc.
Design ideas for a small contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Edmonton with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors, white worktops, a submerged sink, marble worktops and ceramic splashback.
Historic Classic - ShowplaceEVO Pendleton 275
Historic Classic - ShowplaceEVO Pendleton 275
Showplace Cabinetry Design CenterShowplace Cabinetry Design Center
Small traditional u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Other with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
Kitchen Redesign
Kitchen Redesign
Moore House DesignMoore House Design
Modern Kitchen redesign. We switched out the kitchen light fixtures, hardware, faucets, added a shiplap surround to the island and added decor
Small rural l-shaped kitchen in Bridgeport with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, brown floors, grey worktops and medium hardwood flooring.
BRAQUE - rénovation d'un appartement locatif
BRAQUE - rénovation d'un appartement locatif
Studio CastilleStudio Castille
Cuisine Ikea imaginée par Mon Plan d'appart. Le carrelage hexagonal vient de chez As de Carreaux. Faïence murale Leroy Merlin
Photo of a small scandi single-wall open plan kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, laminate countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring, an island, white floors and white worktops.
Soaring South End Kitchen
Soaring South End Kitchen
KitchenVisionsKitchenVisions
A narrow set of cubby shelves prevent the refrigerator door from banging into the window and provides space for wine bottles and cookbooks. Open space above works well for oversized baskets and vases.
Modern flat blue cabinets in Granada Hills
Modern flat blue cabinets in Granada Hills
Metropolis Drafting and Construction IncMetropolis Drafting and Construction Inc
A small enclosed kitchen is very common in many homes such as the home that we remodeled here. Opening a wall to allow natural light to penetrate the space is a must. When budget is important the solution can be as you see in this project - the wall was opened and removed but a structural post remained and it was incorporated in the design. The blue modern flat paneled cabinets was a perfect choice to contras the very familiar gray scale color scheme but it’s still compliments it since blue is in the correct cold color spectrum. Notice the great black windows and the fantastic awning window facing the pool. The awning window is great to be able to serve the exterior sitting area near the pool. Opening the wall also allowed us to compliment the kitchen with a nice bar/island sitting area without having an actual island in the space. The best part of this kitchen is the large built-in pantry wall with a tall wine fridge and a lovely coffee area that we built in the sitting area made the kitchen expend into the breakfast nook and doubled the area that is now considered to be the kitchen.
Black and White Buffalo Check - Kitchen Remodel
Black and White Buffalo Check - Kitchen Remodel
All in One Kitchen & BathAll in One Kitchen & Bath
This modern farmhouse kitchen features white cabinets with java glaze. The granite countertops in Venetian Gold are paired with a custom backsplash done with 3"x6" subway tile with a honed finish in Durango. Wood flooring and oil rubbed bronze faucets and pulls complete the kitchen.
The Best of the Galley Kitchen
The Best of the Galley Kitchen
Creative LivingCreative Living
Wellborn Premier Prairie Maple Shaker Doors, Bleu Color, Amerock Satin Brass Bar Pulls, Delta Satin Brass Touch Faucet, Kraus Deep Undermount Sik, Gray Quartz Countertops, GE Profile Slate Gray Matte Finish Appliances, Brushed Gold Light Fixtures, Floor & Decor Printed Porcelain Tiles w/ Vintage Details, Floating Stained Shelves for Coffee Bar, Neptune Synergy Mixed Width Water Proof San Marcos Color Vinyl Snap Down Plank Flooring, Brushed Nickel Outlet Covers, Zline Drop in 30" Cooktop, Rev-a-Shelf Lazy Susan, Double Super Trash Pullout, & Spice Rack, this little Galley has it ALL!
Mini studio à Neuilly Plaisance
Mini studio à Neuilly Plaisance
AGENCE MARN DÉCOAGENCE MARN DÉCO
Espace cuisine? Un rendu sur mesure avec des meubles du commerce. Salle d'eau avec verrière.
Photo of a small modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, beaded cabinets, light wood cabinets, laminate countertops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, integrated appliances, terrazzo flooring, multi-coloured floors and white worktops.
Home for a Collector
Home for a Collector
Swiatocha Architecture + DesignSwiatocha Architecture + Design
Inspiration for a small scandinavian galley kitchen/diner in Philadelphia with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, engineered stone countertops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, no island, grey floors and white worktops.
Projet Gary - Rénovation à Pantin
Projet Gary - Rénovation à Pantin
Mon Concept HabitationMon Concept Habitation
Inspiration for a small industrial u-shaped kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, ceramic flooring, grey floors, beige worktops and a breakfast bar.
Квартира 54 м2 ул. 2я Фрунзенская в стиле лофт
Квартира 54 м2 ул. 2я Фрунзенская в стиле лофт
Блохина КсенияБлохина Ксения
Inspiration for a small contemporary l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Moscow with flat-panel cabinets, composite countertops, orange splashback, ceramic splashback, white floors, black worktops, a submerged sink, black appliances, porcelain flooring, no island and a drop ceiling.
Radiant Concord Home
Radiant Concord Home
3W design, inc.3W design, inc.
Northpeak Design Photography
Inspiration for a small classic single-wall kitchen pantry in Boston with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, engineered stone countertops, blue splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.

Small Kitchen 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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