For homeowners with small kitchens, their first instinct is to knock down some walls and extend it. Nevertheless, not every individual has the freedom to engage in large-scale renovations, more so if you are living in an apartment. However, this does not mean that you have to settle for a cramped and unappealing space. With the following tips, you can make the most out of your small kitchen by investing in minor renovations.
Switch to a neutral colour palette
Bold colours are a popular option or homeowners as they add character to a space by injecting them with a breath of fresh air. However, if you have a cramped space, bold colours will have a propensity to detract from the available space, accentuating how small and confined the kitchen is. Rather than paint your cabinets, drawers, walls and more with bright colours, stick to a neutral colour palette. The most forgiving colour to use for your entire kitchen is white; nevertheless, not many people may want a completely white space. If you would prefer a bit of colour, opt for accents in baby blue, light yellow and other subtle hues. This natural colour palette would give the illusion of an airy and bright kitchen, making it look larger than it is.
Switch to shallow cabinetry
Another element that you could change for your small kitchen is removing your standard cabinets. Normal cabinets are not only big and boxy, but they also have a propensity of protruding out into your kitchen, which causes the cabinets take up extra room in your kitchen. Hence, decreasing its size. Instead of cabinets that are jutting out, have your contractors replace them with shallow cabinetry. These cabinets are designed to fit inside your walls, thus will not protrude out. As a result, you will have extra floor space in your kitchen.
Eliminate clutter
Clutter is bound to accumulate in the kitchen as you purchase new utensils, appliances, crockery and more. However, clutter is extremely detrimental to the appearance of a tiny kitchen as the more space that is taken up by the clutter, the more diminutive the kitchen appears. Thus, it is advisable to de-clutter your kitchen regularly to ensure that you are not hoarding items that are simply taking space but are not in use. Consider creative storage solutions such as hanging items on the dead space on your walls, rather than having them take up valuable counter space.
