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We’re not all blessed with the colossal kitchens of our dreams, but even modest kitchens can look and feel spacious with the right design elements.
And no, you don’t need to rip out cabinets and tear down walls to gain a bit more elbow room.
Our experts have the keys to opening up small kitchens and maximizing your space to prep, eat, and lounge without feeling cramped.
Hang Hooks Inside Cabinets
Hang Hooks Inside Cabinets
No matter how cluttered your cabinets are, they’re always hiding more space. One great way to make the most of them is to add hooks to the interior walls or to the inside of the door.
Even if you don’t have much cabinet space, you can still find room to hang potholders, towels, cutting boards, and more.
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Add a Pegboard Wall
Add a Pegboard Wall
You’re probably used to seeing pegboard in the garage or basement, but it’s super useful in small kitchens too.
Buy a section of pegboard (it’s cheap!) and paint it to match your décor. Then, hang it on an open wall, on the side of the fridge, or behind the sink as a versatile backsplash.
You can add pegs or hooks to the board to hang utensils, create shelves, hold potted herbs, and so much more. It also makes decorating easy!
Install a Workstation Sink
Install a Workstation Sink
Nothing is more frustrating than not having room to prep in the kitchen, especially if you love to cook.
With a workstation sink, you can double your prep space. Workstation sinks are made with an interior ledge that can hold a cutting board and rolling grid.
The ledge is totally secure and creates a flush, flat surface, making it far superior to a wobbly sink cutting board.
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Cozy Up With a Folding Nook
Cozy Up With a Folding Nook
If you’d love to lounge in your kitchen but don’t have space, add a foldable nook. All you need is hinges, a finished piece of wood, and an anchor to secure it in place.
Fix it under a window or against some sturdy cabinets and you’ll have a little spot to enjoy your coffee in the morning or share a meal with someone special.
Making the most of a modest kitchen will encourage you to use your space often. And with every personal touch you add, you’ll love your kitchen a little bit more. Take some of the tips above as inspiration and you’ll discover that small kitchens have big potential.