At Lindsay Anderson, we believe that size should never be an obstacle between you and the kitchen of your dreams. A small kitchen doesn’t mean you have to compromise on style or functionality. With some creative thinking and careful design, you can transform your kitchen into a culinary haven that caters to all of your needs.
We embrace the challenge of designing a kitchen which is both luxurious and space-efficient — here are some of our top tips to help you make the most of the space you have!
Consider your materials and colour palette
You’ve probably heard it before, but the importance of which colours and materials you use in your kitchen cannot be understated. Your choice will make a huge difference to how spacious it feels. Lighter colours will make your kitchen feel more open and inviting, as they reflect more light back into the room compared to bold or dark colours. Using soft neutrals, pastels tones, and whites will open the space up and dispel shadows.
You can also consider using materials which are more reflective, as this will create an illusion of a larger kitchen. Placing a mirror or two in your kitchen is an easy way to add a sense of depth to the space. Similarly, glass cabinet doors can visually expand the space and also give you the chance to show off some of those favourite pieces.
Get creative with your storage
We all know that all-too-familiar feeling of not having enough room for all of your pots and pans. When your floor space is limited, it can seem like there’s nothing you can do to create more storage space. Luckily, it can actually be very simple to find extra room in a kitchen if you just look up! Using every inch of vertical space in the room can create a surprising amount of extra storage in even the most compact of kitchens.
Add some extra wall cabinets if you have room for them. If not, installing some extra shelves, pot racks, or even just some magnetic knife strips can free up valuable drawer and counter space. You might even find it easier to stay organised if you can keep your essentials in plain sight. No more rummaging through the drawer searching for that one knife!
Customise whatever you can
When you’re working within a limited space, bespoke kitchen design becomes even more important. It is essential to choose pieces that will help you maximise every inch of space that you’ve got!
Installing features such as pull-out racks or rotating shelves makes your cabinets as space-efficient as possible, and will keep everything easily-accessible. Other possibilities include foldaway doors, pop-up sockets, and extractor fans which can be stowed into the countertop.
As an added bonus, a custom-designed kitchen will allow a space of any size to become a beautiful, luxurious, and efficient place to cook and eat.
No matter the size of your kitchen, we believe that it can (and should!) be a stylish and welcoming part of your home. With these ideas, we can help you transform your smaller kitchen into a unique and efficient space which caters to your every need. Get in touch today to begin your journey of creative, bespoke design.
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