For many, a small kitchen is often the motivating factor in searching for a new home. If the cramped space has you longing for a new home with a new kitchen, consider this! You don’t have to move in order to feel less cramped in your kitchen. Instead, you can redecorate your way to a bigger kitchen by implementing a few of these tips in your home!
- Back-less Stools and Arm-less Chairs: Fit more people at your kitchen table by replacing arm chairs with arm-less versions. Where you may have only been able to fit 6 people with arm chairs, you could fit 8 or more with this minor change. If you have an island or bar, eliminate the table all together and go with back-less stools. They tuck easily under the overhang on the island or bar.
- Exposed Shelving: Sure you need storage space in your kitchen but a kitchen full of cabinets feels cramped and enclosed. Remove a portion of cabinets and replace them with exposed, open shelving. This will make the room look larger instantly!
- Mirrored Back-splash and Reflective Appliances: Reflective surfaces have a natural ability to make a space appear larger. You can add this feature subtly by installing a mirror back-splash or reflective appliances.
- Color Choice: Dark colored cabinets and paint will make a small kitchen feel even smaller! Refinish dark cabinets and repaint the room in a lighter pallet. Open up covered windows and add adequate lighting. All of these steps will bring new light into your confined kitchen.
- Space Saving Accessories: Eliminate counter-top clutter and bring organization to your cabinets with space saving accessories. A Lazy-Susan and hanging spice rack are just a couple options to consider when clearing out the clutter.
#1 Rule Kitchen Re-Design Rule: Keep It Simple!
Simplicity is key when it comes to making a small kitchen appear larger. Don’t put your home on the market just yet, and instead apply these tips to your tiny kitchen. The space will magically expand and you may save yourself of hassle of having to move.
