10 Remodeling Tips for Small Kitchens

10 Design Tips for Your Small Kitchen

1. Pop for high-end flooring and wall tile

With less square footage to cover, it’s easier to find room in the budget for top-quality kitchen floors and backsplash tile. 

2. Make a design statement with lighting

Avoid the temptation to settle for builder-grade lighting. Bold light fixtures come in sizes appropriate for even the smallest spaces.  

3. Scale down the sink

Don’t think you can put a farmhouse sink in a small kitchen? Think again. Apron-front sinks — and virtually every other popular style — come in widths of 24 inches or less!  

4. Install the perfect faucet

Most full-sized kitchen faucets will work just fine in a small space. Even if you opt for a smaller sink, you will still be able to find a compatible faucet with all the style and features you’re looking for.  

5. Chose Feature-Packed Appliances

Fridges don’t have to be oversized to have automatic ice makers and WiFi capabilities — there are plenty of narrow models with all the bells and whistles. You’ll also find full-featured dishwashers, ranges, and range hoods with smaller proportions.  

6. Add style with cabinet hardware 

Good design is in the details, and your cabinet fronts provide the perfect opportunity to give your kitchen a little pizazz. Installing new drawer pulls and cabinet knobs is an easy DIY project with big impact. 

7. Make room for little luxuries

Foodies rejoice! You don’t have to give up your wine fridge no matter how small the kitchen. The slimmest wine coolers are just six inches wide! 

8. Get organized

Cabinet organization is essential when every inch counts. Built-in spice racks, pull-out cookware organizers, sectioned drawer trays and vertical tray dividers maximize storage opportunities. 

9. Reclaim space

Awkward corner cabinets and narrow filler pieces hide valuable kitchen real estate. Use blind corner optimizers, pull-out cabinet frames, and tip-out tray organizers to make the most of your small kitchen.  

10. Ultra-Small Solutions

Even unusually small spaces can benefit from these tips. If you live in a truly tiny home, be sure to check out what’s available in compact appliances, and consider swapping out the kitchen sink for a smaller bar sink and bar faucet.