7 Space-Making Hacks for Small Kitchens

Helloshabby.com -- A small and cluttered kitchen space, surely make us dizzy. That's why, it is important to know small hacks to be applied on the small kitchen. You need to know how to arrange a small kitchen perfectly, without sacrificing the aesthetics of the kitchen. That way, a small kitchen will be a comfy place to cook a hearty meal for yourself and your family member. 

For those of you who struggle to set up a small kitchen, here are 7 Space-Making Hacks for Small Kitchens.

Double duty kitchen backsplash 

The main task of the kitchen backsplash is to protect the structure of the kitchen wall from splashes of oil, water and stove heat. Apart from that, you can use the backsplash as a place for keeping tools that you often use. Attach some rack spices on the backsplash, so when you intend to spice up the cuisine, you can easily take it. 

Provide window and open shelving kitchen

For a small kitchen, natural lighting plays an important role. Natural lighting can brighten up the space, make the kitchen less stuffy. No matter how small it is, it is better to provide a window for natural light access and air circulation. Using open shelving is also a space-making hack for a small kitchen. Open shelves make your kitchen space look more spacious, rather than upper cabinets. 

L-shaped kitchen layout

Choose the best layout for your kitchenette. The kitchen in the corner area is very fitting to apply the L-shaped layout. L-shaped countertops occupies the corner space very well. You also still have center area that spacious to move around in the kitchen. For kitchen storage, you can make use of the cabinets, open shelving and open rack that you place around  the kitchen.

Use versatile wooden rack

In a small house, the open kitchen is usually made open close to other living spaces. Even a small kitchen, you still need a more privacy, right? You can use a versatile wooden rack in a small kitchen. This wooden rack as room divider and also keeping tools and kitchen decor neatly. This way, when you cook in the kitchen, you are not very visible from other spaces. 

Moveable island table

Some of us prefer a small kitchen with island table. Kitchen island is used as a storage area for additional objects in the kitchen, it also serves as an extra table to prepare the foods. When you have a small kitchen, it is better to choose moveable kitchen island. In addition to useful, moveable island table help you to have various kitchen layouts, even in small spaces.

Use of the space around the fridge

If you have space above the fridge, consider making an additional upper cabinet like this one. It's perfect for storing dry or canned foods or keeping nonessential kitchen utensils on it. That way, every space that exist is used well and make your kitchen neat and spacious. 

Functional and not excessive kitchen decor

Decorate the kitchen is needed to make a small kitchen lively and lovely. But be sure to always consider the limited space of your kitchen. Choose functional and not so excessive kitchen decor. The best one is to choose plants as decoration for small kitchen. Artificial or organic ones doesn't matter. Plant will make your kitchen atmosphere more fresh, and it doesn't take up so much space.

Hopefully those 7 Space-Making Hacks for Small Kitchens are useful for those of you who're looking for ideas and inspiration about small kitchen ideas. We wish you will be easier in making your dream house come true. Don't forget to share it with your relatives and family.

Author      : Yeni

Editor       : Munawaroh

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