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21 Small Kitchen Storage Ideas That Actually Work

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Updated on 01/07/22

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A small kitchen can be frustrating, especially if you love to cook or entertain. But even the tiniest spaces can be functional (and even fun to be in), and these clever storage solutions for small kitchens will inspire you to take your kitchen from cramped and cluttered to organized and airy.

From behind-the-door storage to lazy Susans and stackable bins, here are small, easy tweaks you can make so your space feels bigger and more organized. When you have a space for everything, you can spend more time cooking and eating and less time looking for a spice or gadget you know you have crammed deep in a drawer elsewhere in your home.

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Creative small kitchen storage ideas are what’s required when the room’s square footage is low. With the right solutions, a compact room can still be a pleasure to prepare and cook in, provide space for dining, and be a hub for the family. 

Whichever kitchen ideas you’ve fallen for, storage is a vital element and needs to be both sufficient and efficient to keep your small kitchen ideas functional, and feeling spacious.

Today, more than ever family life centers on the kitchen, and whether the kitchen is part of an open floor plan, or a separate room, kitchen storage ideas that keep it clutter-free as well as organized should make it comfortable for all the activities that go on there.

For a successful room design, consider both the best small kitchen layouts and the full gamut of storage options including the types of cabinets, drawers, and shelving, and even the nitty-gritty of cabinet interiors. Below is both inspiration and expertise to make the very most of a small kitchen.

Small kitchen storage ideas

These small kitchen storage ideas are perfect for tiny cooking spaces. But you can also use them if you're looking for storage for your mudrooms, pantry ideas, larders, and, of course, larger kitchens to stretch a room's proportions, too. 

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If you're wondering how to plan a layout for a small kitchen to maximize storage potential, it is worth thinking, at the outset of the project, about the amount and type of storage that you need.  

Then zone it per area as above, where a open kitchen shelving ideas and kitchen cabinet ideas caters to breakfast and coffee breaks perfectly. 

'After all, this is the place at home where you will probably spend most of your time, so being able to find what you need quickly and easily is going to make cooking more enjoyable,' says designer Emma Sims-Hilditch of Sims Hilditch . 'I really do believe that a well organized kitchen space makes you feel calmer and happier.'

If two people will be working in the room at the same time, make provision to do so at a distance. ‘Where zones are close together or cross over, that’s where trays and baskets are important, so that you can take everything you need to another area if required,’ says Emma Cowburn, kitchen designer at Harvey Jones .  

It would be smart to use this space to store your coffee canister and utensil holder, to keep these off your countertop to allow for more cooking space.

2. Create a curated display

Suffolk shelf painted in Ink, Neptune

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A smart kitchen idea that will make a statement is to paint shelves and the backdrop in a coordinating color.  Keeping the lighter color at the top will help enhance space.

To style the shelves up – always a good idea if you're wondering how to make a small kitchen look bigger – group similar items together and create small vignettes, ensuring there are a variety of shapes and sizes, leaving room around them so that the eye rests on the display. 

To keep shelving uncluttered, maximize the space inside cupboards using under-shelf baskets, stacking shelf inserts or racks for pans, lids or organized Tupperware. 

3. Show off glassware in glass-fronted cabinets

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If you want to put certain pieces on display but still need practical storage, why not choose glass-fronted cabinets? 

Glass-fronted kitchen cabinet ideas, like the example shown above, can be used to make a focal point with your best glassware, for example, but everything inside will stay clean and ready to use. 

The upside of this small kitchen storage idea is three-fold: the glass reflects light; it allows you to see beyond the doors into the depths of the cabinet, which creates the visual trick of making the space look bigger; and it can be lit from within, which is perfect for night-time.

4. Use slim, tall units to maximize small kitchen storage

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'Pull-out larders are a space-saving storage option that offers ample opportunity for storing food, appliances, utensils and more. The pull-out mechanism gives easy access and displays available food with ease, which can, in turn, minimize food waste,' says Daniela Condo, designer at Life Kitchens . 

'Designed to make life easier when gathering ingredients and accessories for a meal, the larder discretely blends in with the rest of the kitchen, giving a seamless finish.'

5. Use versatile storage fittings to max out space

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'Traditional kitchen corner cabinets can be notoriously difficult to access and store items in, but there are solutions available, such as racks that slide along and out when the door is opened. This simple addition utilizes all available space and makes the kitchen more user-friendly,' says Daniela Condo.  

'Pull-out kitchen cupboard storage ideas are also highly efficient and perfect for tidying away herbs and condiments, whilst the pull-down option offers greater accessibility for those with high set cabinetry.'

6. Use an awkward alcove to hide away a pantry

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If your kitchen has alcoves – perhaps either side of a chimney breast – or uneven walls caused by boxed-in pipework, a larder cupboard is worth its weight in gold for storing dried and tinned goods, arranged in the way you live. 

Cupboard pantry door ideas can be used for stashing different boxes of herb teas, and the shelves for pulses, nuts and seeds in recycled glass jars. A hand-held label printer makes it easy to make simple, neat stickers for each container. 

A pocket door that slides neatly into a hidden cavity, like the one above, makes this pantry idea less intrusive in a small kitchen.

7. Swap out cabinets for drawers

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'Drawers are an essential part of kitchen layout ideas and design. Providing multiple storage options, whether deep or shallow, the addition of drawers will bring ultimate versatility to the space,' says Daniela Condo. 

'Deeper drawers are perfect for storing pots and pans, and the addition of shallow drawers layered on top is great for keeping cutlery, spatulas, corkscrews and more. There is also the option to add drawers inside a cabinet to offer additional storage possibilities.'

8. Opt for multi-functional islands

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'A small kitchen island is a practical way to get more out of your kitchen,' says Daniela Condo. 

'Entirely functional, islands can offer alternative storage opportunities. The ends can be designed to store and display cookbooks whilst the drawers and cabinetry can make the body of the kitchen island. Alternatively, a freestanding island is a compact solution that offers both storage and flexibility in the space.'

Portable kitchen island ideas, like the one shown above, offer brilliant small kitchen storage solutions, allowing you to create a vertical space that you can adapt to your needs.  

9. Add storage helpers 

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If you're wondering how to organize a kitchen, your cupboards and drawers are your biggest storage resource but it’s likely that they’re not being used fully. 

Internal kitchen storage solutions will make the most of them, so think about retrofitting wire racks that pull out of corners or slim cupboards, or using drawer dividers for utensils, cutlery, spices, pans or plates. 

‘To elevate your cutlery drawer consider integrated wooden dividers,’ says Ben Burbidge, managing director, Kitchen Makers . ‘Opting to combine painted kitchen cabinet ideas and wood finishes creates a contemporary feel that will remain on trend for years to come.’

Boost your storage further with a mobile solution, such as a bar cart trolley or butcher’s block on castors, or think about popping baskets or containers on top of your wall cupboards. Just keep a sturdy stool nearby so you can reach them.

10. Introduce open-shelving to make a small kitchen seem bigger

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Open shelving is a great way to add extra storage space to a room, as well as wow factor. 

Adjustable shelves, smart small kitchen lighting ideas and neat joinery will enhance the look of a piece like this, as well as offering a way to group favorite items and add impact to a scheme.

The materials and kitchen colors you opt to use for an open shelving unit can really make a difference to the overall scheme. 

Consider combining pale and dark timbers, or using a timber and painted finish combination, or even incorporating other materials, such as kitchen wallpaper ideas or fabric, which can make interesting back panels.

11. Factor in freestanding furniture 

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If you don’t want a fitted look in your kitchen or if you want to supplement existing storage, consider a free-standing larder cupboard, lined with shelves, bottle racks and drawers. Those with stepped shelves allow you to see and reach items towards the back. 

A kitchen dresser enables you to display your favourite jugs, platters, vintage china and family heirlooms, usually with drawer space below, while a sideboard can work as a serving area and a useful link between kitchen and dining  zones. 

You might also want a butcher’s block or work table on wheels, so that you can move it around the room to where you are cooking. 

12. Choose flat-fronted small kitchen storage to enhance space

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Technological advances in push-open and close doors means that it has become possible to dispense with handles in both wall and base cabinets, as shown in the U shaped kitchen above. 

If you prefer not to have push-open cupboards, then recessed handles provide the same sleek look and can be lined with contrasting colors and materials to add interest. 

Whether you’re after handleless cupboards to make the most of a small space or keeping a large space open and light, it’s important that clutter is kept at bay.  

Too many objects on work surfaces can spoil the look, so ensure you have as much storage space as possible by incorporating the latest drawer systems into your kitchen.

13. Get small kitchen storage super-organized 

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Decanting your cooking supplies into neat matching jars yields a certain amount of satisfaction, and makes it easy to spot if you are running low on any ingredients. As well as keeping your shelves looking tidy, your dry goods will also be kept airtight. 

This type of shelving does require some dusting, but we think the styling benefits are worth the extra bit of effort.

Even if you don't have a pantry, pantry organization ideas will give you more inspiration for small kitchen storage.

14. Use reclaimed wood to boost character

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For a country kitchen, modern shelving may look out of place. Why not have a shelf built from reclaimed wood to add instant character and provide the perfect ledge for your rustic bowls and utensils?

‘In compact kitchens multi-use open shelves are useful for storing items which are used at every mealtime,’ says Richard Turner, Pronorm national sales manager for UK & Ireland. ‘Open shelving is also a good way to break up runs of cabinets in smaller kitchens and avoids the design feeling boxy. It can give the illusion of space and light, while adding design interest and personality into a scheme.’

15. Fake a dresser 

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If you love the look of this traditional Welsh dresser in the open-plan kitchen shown above, but don’t have the room, why not wall-mount just the top section of a unit? 

Paint the dresser top in the same color as your kitchen cabinet ideas, and use it to display mugs, glasses, and plates.

16. Fake a pantry space 

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If you are able to use an existing anteroom or carve off a corner to make a new room, you may want to consider a walk-in pantry for your favorite ingredients, organized so that most-used items are at eye level. 

It can also be used to store large platters and serving dishes, and bigger pots, such as a preserving pan or fish kettle.  

Traditionally built with wooden shelves and a cold marble slab, and constructed in the coolest, darkest part of the house (most foods prefer to be stored away from direct sunlight), a modern-day pantry is a great way to be able to see what you have in store, and to use an otherwise challengingly dark corner. 

Alternatively, you may want to include utility or laundry room ideas into your plans, to keep drying clothes out of the way, provide storage for cleaning materials, iron and ironing board, pet food and vases.

17. Divide your drawer storage neatly

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Small kitchen storage ideas aren't just about the big picture. You can make the most of every inch of your new drawers with clever organization.

Choose from adjustable dividers and boxes that allow you to compartmentalise interiors as you wish, or purpose-made fittings to store sharp knives, cutlery, utensils, jars, bottles, cling film and foil.  

Non-slip surfaces, moveable pegs and plate holders ensure the safe storage of china and pans, so that they don’t slide about each time you open the drawer.

18. Swap wall cabinets for convenient open shelving

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Kitchen storage ideas can come in many forms other than traditional wall cupboards, whose bulk can make a small space feel more crowded. 

Open kitchen shelving ideas are a great option if you are the proud owner of an impressive crockery collection, or are a keen cook who appreciates having ingredients close at hand. 

Having everything on display, however, is not for the faint-hearted as it requires a certain amount of dedication to keep shelves looking smart.

19. Work around an island

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Smart kitchen island ideas are a great way of bringing heavy blocks of furniture off the walls. 

Replace crowded walls with storage in the island, as shown in the white kitchen above.  

Drawers can be used to store integrated bins, a dishwasher, and cleaning materials close to an island sink or utensils and pans below an island hob. 

20. Play hide and seek with small kitchen storage

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In open plan spaces, pocket doors which slide open and then fold into the cabinetry are brilliant for revealing the kitchen just when you need it. 

This bespoke green kitchen sits within an open-plan living area and has been designed with full-height doors painted pale green to match the space, concealing contrasting worktops and shelving inside. 

21. Stack appliances to maximize storage

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This small kitchen storage arrangement wins on two fronts. Its streamlining of three appliances stacked one upon the other makes for a neat kitchen layout, allowing for lots of useful vertical storage. Then, of course, it offers wine storage that's always to hand.

22. Fit small kitchen storage into banquette seating

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We've saved the cleverest of small kitchen storage ideas until now because we felt it was worth the wait. 

This is how to make space for dining (thank you, space-saving banquette seating) and storage in one place, with pull-out baskets packed out with all those things you need to keep to hand (or somewhere, at least), but don't use often. 

23. Make small kitchen storage stand out

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Ever wondered how to paint kitchen cabinets? 

Interior designer Tiffany Duggan, founder of Studio Duggan , believes it is important to personalize small kitchen storage, and painting cabinetry a contrasting color is the perfect way to do so. 

'When our studio first opened in 2011, kitchens all seemed to be neutral in color, whether they were classic or contemporary,' she says. 

'Now, in line with current trends throughout the house, we are seeing more demand for brighter and bolder kitchen color schemes with pattern and personality, which is probably another reason why the Shaker style is so popular.  

It can be customized easily: the interiors of a glass-fronted cabinet can be painted in one color, the door frames in another, or the handles changed as you wish. 

'For individuality, I also recommend adding an antique china cupboard or sideboard to the room, preventing the fitted cabinetry from looking too "samey".'

24. Create space for bottles

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It may not be possible to fit a wine cooler into a small kitchen, but a place to keep bottles needn’t hog too much valuable kitchen real estate. Here, a wine rack has been accommodate above pan drawers. 

Follow this room’s lead by choosing wood for the wine storage drawer to create warm contrast to white cabinetry.

25. Use a wall for growing fresh herbs

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Growing herbs in the kitchen means they’re always available to flavor dishes, but where to put them when countertop space is at a premium? Look to the walls instead to provide a place to keep them.  

A modular self-watering green wall system like this one is convenient, but shelves will make a great location for these fresh ingredients, too.

26. Opt for a bank of cabinetry

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One of the small kitchen storage ideas that can optimize the space available is to plan a bank of cabinetry into the room’s design. 

‘Creating a bank of cabinetry along one wall is a great way of streamlining and opening up the space,’ explains Ben Burbidge. ‘Tall wall units are particularly suited to narrow, galley style kitchens as using this space ensures the area feels less cramped than if filled with larder style dressers.’

27. Give small appliances a home

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Small appliances like toasters and coffee makers can take up a relatively large amount of space in a room of limited dimensions, so factor them in when assessing small kitchen storage ideas. ‘Consider hiding appliances in a breakfast cupboard to keep the space looking streamlined and free up countertop space,’ suggests Daniel Bowler, director for Eggersmann UK .

If a full-size cabinet is more than can be dedicated to this zone of the kitchen, think about alternatives such as a pull-out shelf to provide a place for essential appliances.

 

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It might seem as if you’ve made the best of every inch of a small kitchen, but the cabinets can have hidden potential. Fit drawers into the recess and you’ll still achieve the finished look a toe kick provides, but there’s also a place to put away slimmer items, such as baking trays and racks.

Our advice? Don’t put your most frequently used items down here, as it isn’t the room’s most easily accessible storage. But it is ideal for cookware you need from time to time.

How do I add storage to my small kitchen? 

To increase storage in a small kitchen, it's good to design the space with specific contents in mind. Smaller items will benefit from a shallow drawer with numerous compartments to keep items separated and easy to locate. 

Consider whether any cupboards will benefit from integral electric sockets, allowing you to charge gadgets out of view.  

The cases for DVDs and games tend to come in standard sizes so shelving can be fitted at precise heights to get more in, and the same is true of spice jars, which can  slot into racks on the back of an easily accessible cupboard door. 

Many modern kitchen ideas and furniture ranges are now designed to morph into dining and living room furniture, enabling full coordination throughout. 

‘Choose cabinets with feet rather than solid plinths to provide the freestanding look that’s more familiar in dining and living rooms,’ recommends Hayley Tarrington, Creative Director, Plug in Design.

What is the best way to organize a small kitchen?

It's still possible to organize a small kitchen with few cabinets. Cupboards were traditionally considered the building blocks of the kitchen, but their popularity has been on the wane for a few years now. 

Base units with fixed shelves can make contents difficult to reach, especially in the far-flung corners at the back. Whereas drawers offer ordered and accessible storage space.

Look for fully extendable models that allow you to reach contents right at the back, and sturdy drawers that are built to carry substantial weight (some average-width drawers can take as much as 30kg).

Drawers can offer considerably more capacity than fixed shelves, simply because you can position them closer together, yet still reach the contents at the back. If cabinets and drawers are not an option, then utilize wall space with an arrangement of open shelves.

Open shelving can create a real statement in a room and is both practical and visually pleasing. It is also a more economical option than a fully enclosed storage unit. It is particularly suited to small recesses in areas, helping to visually correct uneven proportions. 

Keep things organized. 'Items placed in groups or in lines of threes, fours or fives will prevent the shelves looking untidy,’ advises Anne Haimes, Anne Haimes Interiors . 

‘When choosing  the overall look, decide if you want the shelves to be made in a material which is a statement in itself, or if you want them to have a less prominent role, allowing your display to do all the talking. ’ 

How do you organize small appliances in a small kitchen?

It can be difficult to know where to put appliances in a small kitchen. 

While drawers make great use of space below hip level, you may also want to make the most of the ceiling height of your kitchen with a section of tall cabinets to house an integrated fridge, freezer and eye-level oven and coffee machine, as well as dry food larder storage.

‘This kitchen trend is about lots of storage hidden behind sliding doors, so that the kitchen can be shut away when not being used,’ says Alex Orosia at Porcelanosa . 

Slide and hide systems can create, when closed, a feeling of uncluttered space, with the advantage that everything is within easy reach when open. Pocket doors which open, pivot and slide into side recesses, leaving contents directly accessible without doors in the way, are also particularly useful here. 

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How do you declutter a small kitchen?

The best way to declutter a small kitchen is to start by having an honest clear-out of all the things you never use.  

Then it’s easier to see how much storage you really need, and to plan for large and special items, such as stock pots, preserving pans, antique serving dishes or fine glassware, and all those extras, such as children’s toys or a drawer to stash and re-charge phones and tablets. 

Precision planning is the best way of keeping your kitchen from descending into chaos. In a multi-use, open-plan space, try to allocate dedicated storage in each area, not just the kitchen cupboards. This is your opportunity to design your kitchen to suit you.

For example, window seats with deep pull-out drawers are perfect for stashing away toys and ensure that there’s at least one drawer or shelving unit near the TV for tidying away remote controls and games consoles. 

‘Installing an island with cabinets on both sides helps maximize storage in the dining area for formal crockery and glassware,’ adds Tony McCarthy, Commercial Director at Crown Imperial .  

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90,000 shelves for the kitchen - 58 photos of options for replacing cabinets and mezzanines

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  1. Varieties of kitchen shelves
  2. Open -type shelves
  3. Live kitchens
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  6. Photo of shelves in the interior of the kitchen

The kitchen has long ceased to be just a room for cooking and eating.

Today it is one of the most important rooms in an apartment or house. It is in the kitchen that they usually organize the reception of guests, arrange gatherings with family or friends.

And, of course, every housewife wants the kitchen to be more functional and comfortable.

Unfortunately, most kitchens have a small footage, and you need to place a huge amount of kitchen appliances, dishes and various small items.

This problem can be solved with the help of shelves that can easily replace bulky cabinets.

Types of kitchen shelves

The kitchen is the room where you can place all kinds of drawers and shelves in large numbers. To fit everything you need on them, you can occupy the area of ​​\u200b\u200bone wall with shelves.

Today, manufacturers produce shelves in a variety of configurations, sizes, textures, using a variety of materials and a rich color palette.

Based on the design features, the shelves can be:

The best solution is to use open shelves. They have excellent external characteristics and are easy to install.

Shelves, open

As a rule, open shelves are used for storing various containers for storing cereals and spices, oil bottles, candlesticks and other decorative items. You can use live houseplants in pots as decoration.

The advantages of such shelves include comfort in their use, because in order to take the desired object you just need to reach out your hand.

Wooden kitchen shelves

Shelves made of various types of wood look very nice in the interior of the kitchen.

Wood is a practical material with a long service life and does not require special care. The most harmonious wooden shelves look in the kitchen, the interior of which is made in classical or ethnic styles, as well as in the Provence style.

Wooden shelves are made in the form of simple strips of solid boards, as well as with various patterns and carvings. To decorate the kitchen in the style of "modern" or "hi-tech" they are complemented by chrome and glass inserts.

The color scheme will completely depend on the interior of the entire room. If the kitchen is dominated by a white palette of colors, then it is better to choose rich red or green shades for the shelves.

If the desired color was not found in any building hypermarket, then you can easily make bright shelves yourself.

Glass and metal kitchen shelves

In addition to wood, kitchen shelves can be glass or metal. Glass is used to give the product an elegant and modern look, while metal is used to make the space more concise and solid.

Such products look great in the kitchen, which is made in the style of "hi-tech" or "modern".

Kitchen corner shelves

Wall-mounted corner shelves add variety to your kitchen interior. You can store a recipe book, photographs, decorative figurines, vases or watches on it.

Almost every kitchen has free space on the wall next to the sink. To put it to good use, you can place a corner shelf here with a moisture-resistant coating.

This design is convenient for storing various dishwashing detergents and utensils.

DIY kitchen shelves

Many craftsmen prefer to make their own kitchen shelves. This allows not only to save the family budget, but also to make a shelf in accordance with the parameters and color scheme of the room.

The most common material for making kitchen shelves is laminated chipboard. Such a board is easy to mount; a regular circular saw is suitable for cutting it.

This gives you the opportunity to experiment with shelf designs. To give the end a presentable look, you can use a special edge that can be glued by heating.

These edgings are now available in any color, so you can easily select the right shade.

Glass shelves can be made upon request. This is a more expensive option, but also more attractive in appearance than chipboard shelves.

Thus, kitchen shelves are not only a functional element in the interior, but also a decorative item with which the most ordinary cooking can be turned into a very pleasant experience.

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Which kitchen suits open shelves

Open shelves are most suitable in interiors in rustic styles - country and Provence, cold Scandinavian and practical loft.

Practical open shelves came to the interiors of kitchens in ordinary apartment buildings, when free planning became popular - a kitchen combined with a living room.

In such a space, open kitchen shelves look harmoniously with bookshelves and shelves, making the interior unified in style.

Advantages of open shelves

First, they create a homely atmosphere. Secondly, access to kitchen utensils and products becomes easy and unhindered. In addition, open shelves visually expand the space even in a small kitchen.

Open shelves help the hostess not to store unnecessary utensils, as a rule, they are stored in the farthest cabinets, but here there is no such possibility, which means that unused for years will not be stored at home.

Open kitchen shelves are suitable for a family in which they cook often and a lot - they are convenient to use.

If you make shelves to order, for your own kitchen interior, it will be much cheaper than ordering cabinets with doors.

Disadvantages of open shelves

Such shelves are not suitable for everyone: they are not as roomy as cupboards with doors, you need to put carefully selected dishes and beautiful kitchen accessories on them.

Everything that stands on them must be neatly arranged. In addition, they require regular cleaning.

Types of kitchen shelves

There are several varieties.

Open

Contribute to the visual expansion of the room and make it much freer. However, the contents of open structures constantly require perfect order and frequent cleaning. In this case, to make maintenance less laborious, it is recommended to install a more powerful hood.

Closed

Similar models are distinguished by the presence of rear and side walls, complemented by sliding, lifting or hinged doors.

The photo shows closed rectangular shelves with a colored facade in the interior of the kitchen.

Wall-mounted

Become a great addition to any free space in the kitchen or easily fit even into the wall. Hanging shelves can have a wide variety of purposes, which affects the depth, height and location of the structure. Products equipped with a hidden fastening have a particularly beautiful and trendy look.

Floor standing

It is a fairly robust model that can withstand any load. Floor shelves on legs, great for placing a microwave, multicooker and other household appliances. Such structures are mainly made of metal or wood and are sometimes equipped with wheels, which makes them more mobile.

Tabletop

These products can be fixed or foldable and have multiple tiers. They are located against the wall on the countertop and provide a convenient place for mugs, jars of spices or cereals, bread boxes, sugar bowls or even a flower vase.

Built-in

These shelves, built into a niche, kitchen edge or island, make good use of the available space and bring variety and creativity to the environment.

Shelving units

These organizers with a number of shelves combined in one box easily complement any kitchen design. Shelving provides efficient organization of things such as various dishes, recipe books, baskets for vegetables and fruits, and small household appliances.

Concealed

Distinguished by a façade that blends in with the surroundings, a set or, for example, a backsplash. Hidden models are especially suitable for those who prefer a laconic and discreet interior.

Kitchen island with open shelves

This is a versatile shelving option. They can be placed on the side of the island, turning to the living room, kitchen or to the side of the room.

This piece of furniture is multi-tasking and can be used to store dishes, cookbooks and display decorative items.

In what style to make, buy shelves on the wall

Country

You will need to use functional shelves made of natural timber. The shelves are beautiful in the kitchen, made of massive, aged wood, complemented by wicker baskets and chests. The color palette is better to choose shades: light beige, gray, pastel colors.

To accentuate the rustic style, it is advisable to use wooden shelves with a natural texture.

To emphasize the style, you can decorate individual shelves with curtains with a colorful floral pattern. This solution will prevent items from external contamination. It will also allow you to experiment: you can keep the curtains curtained, open. An important point will be the observance of a sense of proportion. A couple of shelves decorated with curtains look good.

Provence

Shelf in the kitchen is made of light-colored natural material, varnished and painted. If the tree has an aged structure, this will serve as a harmony of the Provence style. It would be appropriate to use special supports for shelves made of solid wood, forged corners. The peeled surface of the paint adds to the overall mood.
Wooden shelves of the most simple designs are suitable for Provence, which can be varnished or painted in light colors.

Refined shelves will help to sparkle the kitchen room with new colors. On such comfortable pieces of furniture, you can put original dishes, small vases with wild flowers, as if delivered from the south of France.

Scandinavia

The embodiment of this style implies uncluttered shelves. Put only the essentials for cooking on them. It is allowed to arrange some accessories: original stones, small candles, porcelain souvenirs, animal drawings. Such elements will tell about the Nordic character of the kitchen.

Open shelves in a Scandinavian interior can be used to arrange a variety of decorative items that emphasize the stylistic direction of the room

Direction Hi-tech

The predominance of glass materials, metal. Minimalism, nothing more - a feature of the style. Black and white colors are required in the design.

Hi-tech and minimalism usually use combinations of open shelving and cabinets with smooth fronts. The reason is the rule of maintaining order, observing the canons of style.

Kitchen shelf material selection

Take a step back and imagine what kind of wood would best suit your kitchen interior. Choose a tree that matches the look. If you are making a shelf with your own hands, then we recommend using pine, it has a great appearance and is easy to work with. You will also need to decide how high to make it vertical (which is determined by the height of your window).

Next, determine the length and height of the shelves. Once you've determined where the top shelf will be, see if there's enough room to put a shelf in between, because you can't have too many kitchen shelves.

Kitchen shelves make your life easier and they also give you an extra prominent place to display your favorite kitchen utensils, crockery and decor. Everything you need is within reach and in sight.

These perfectly sized and placed kitchen shelves take up an otherwise useless nook and create a magical space for supplies, decor and other essentials. They are functional and leave room for creativity.

These shelves are ideal when you want more space. With the addition of these short but sturdy shelves, you've created a few extra meters of surface space for decor and storage that wouldn't otherwise be used. When you decide to use shelving, you begin to see that the outdoor storage options are endless.

If you're looking for great kitchen shelves, these rustic yet well maintained natural wood shelves are a great option. Maintaining the elegant natural curve of wood, they are both decorative and functional.

When using this authentic and woody option, be sure to add live plants to bring out the beauty of the bare wood.

Throwing back to the old days, these rounded shelves sit elegantly over the sink and are best used for things that will make you happy while washing dishes. Adding character to any kitchen, these open shelves are great for storing your favorite plants, knick-knacks - or maybe just your dish soap.

These wide kitchen shelves rest confidently on gorgeous black iron brackets. Choosing this option gives you reliability with a beautiful decorative touch. This option is great for homes with a vintage vibe and can be mixed and matched with different wood or iron colors to match your decor.

Placed in a special nook above the table, these kitchen shelves offer plenty of storage space. When you find yourself with an open wall, it seems like there are endless possibilities.

Anyone can appreciate the beauty of a well organized pantry. With these clean and simple shelves, you'll feel inspired to create an easy and organized space. Stretching from floor to ceiling, this approach allows you to store everything from cereals to dinner plates.


Wood

Wooden shelves suit almost all interior styles. Natural wood is a win-win option. Products made from this material are found in most kitchens. They can have a simple and complex shape, be located horizontally, vertically, in a corner. It is easy to work with this raw material, so you can make a shelf with your own hands.

When choosing a product, independent production, first of all, you need to pay attention to the quality of the board. It should be perfectly even, without voids, cracks, chips, knots. The most affordable items in terms of price and processing are made from coniferous wood: spruce, pine. Higher quality models that are strong and durable are made of oak, ash, larch.

Self-tapping screws can be used to fasten wall shelves to a wooden surface, dowels to a brick surface, and anchor bolts to a concrete surface.

The main advantages of open wood structures include:

Faults:

MDF and chipboard

Shelves made from MDF or chipboard are cheaper than solid wood. Both materials are made from sawdust, but the particle board is glued with formaldehyde resins, so it is necessary to choose a product with an emission class of E1 or E0. Consider separately each type of raw material.

  1. MDF. Literally, the abbreviation stands for finely dispersed fraction. It is made by pressing crushed chips at high pressure and temperature. Of the main advantages of the material can be distinguished: environmental friendliness, ease of processing, aesthetics, a wide choice of colors. The disadvantages include: high cost compared to chipboard, fear of moisture.
  2. chipboard (chipboard). Produced by pressing chips mixed with substances of non-mineral origin. If you use laminated chipboard, then in terms of external characteristics it is not inferior to MDF, but in terms of price category it is significantly superior. However, the raw material has limited moisture resistance, low strength, curly cuts cannot be made on it, it emits harmful substances.

Metal

This is the most durable material. Products are characterized by reliability. Designs are indispensable when arranging a solid stand for storing heavy objects. They are very convenient to use in places with high dust and humidity. They will be an excellent addition to both professional and individual kitchens.

Metal shelves go well with kitchen units with metal elements on the front. They allow you to stylishly decorate the interior. And if earlier the elements were associated with rough objects, now manufacturers produce thin-walled shelves, characterized by elegant shapes.

Metal products are characterized by the following positive qualities:

Disadvantages:

Don't skimp on paint to prevent corrosion. It is necessary to choose high-quality colorants intended for metal.

Glass

Glass items are more common in the bathroom. However, these models are very popular with many designers and ordinary people. Material is neutral to water, does not absorb smells. Glass does not visually clutter up the space, transmits light well, gives airiness and lightness to any room. Items look at ease, so many began to decorate small kitchens with them.

When choosing the right option, first of all, you should pay attention to the corners, they should be rounded, smooth to the touch. Sharp edges will cause cuts when cleaning. Also an important parameter is the thickness of the material, it should be at least 5 mm. The best option would be tempered glass and laminated triplex, which are characterized by increased strength.

The main advantages of the shelves are:

Disadvantages:

Plastic

Their light weight makes them popular. Due to the variety of color palettes, various shapes allow you to embody any design ideas with imitation of natural materials.

Plastic is easy to fasten to the wall, unpretentious, resistant to moisture. The only drawback is the cheap appearance, the limitation of weights.

Inexpensive plastic shelves are well suited for convenient storage of various small items

Other materials

  1. Metal. Resistant alloy suitable for industrial design. You can choose hand forging with openwork weave, made by hand. It is possible to manufacture products from chrome-plated, matte material with elements of bronze, copper material. The common part of the surface is replaced by a lattice. Above the sink, a forged shelf with a dryer for clean dishes will come in handy
  2. Stone. Shelves made of natural stone are made of impressive size, requiring the strength of the wall. They are ideally combined with a similar countertop, flooring, made under the stone. In order to save money, you can use crumbs.
  3. Glass. Suitable for those who appreciate conciseness, airiness. The glass surface is resistant to water and temperature changes. In this case, tempered glass is used, with a thickness of at least six millimeters. Make auxiliary fasteners, this will ensure reliability. Products are prone to mechanical stress. Glass shelves with fastening on metal brackets will perfectly fit into the interior of a modern kitchen

Kitchen Shelf Ideas and Layouts

Open kitchen shelves never lose their practical value. An excellent decorative element can be made in any style. The original interior decoration is the perfect solution for a small kitchen.

By choosing a good location, you can use them to increase the space, hide the flaws in the finish, create a cozy atmosphere. Shelves must be carefully fitted into the headset so that the symmetry is not broken.

Use of corner shelves

Ideal for saving space. You can use a lot of ideas for their good location. An interesting option for a small room - shelves to the ceiling. Wooden beams in the corner will look like decorative beams, while fulfilling their intended purpose.

Corner units can be attached to the outermost drawer of the headset and used items can be placed on them. These can be glasses, containers with spices, cookbooks. By decorating them with lighting, you can highlight the corner when the lights are off and create an atmosphere of comfort and tranquility.

Floating shelves give the kitchen airiness. The wide base will allow you to unload the closed storage area, taking over part of this function. The design and materials can be any.

The use of corner shelves in the interior of the kitchen

The layout of the shelves will depend on the size of the kitchen, the cooking area, the number of drawers and the style of the room. In some cases, corner shelves in the kitchen will look appropriate.

Corner shelves are ideal for saving space. You can apply interesting design ideas to them perfectly. So, an ingenious solution would be to install corner wooden shelves almost to the ceiling. As a result, visually, the shelves will look like decorative beams, which also have a functional purpose.

Full wall corner shelves

Tip: Kitchens with corner shelves are the best solution for saving space.

An original solution would be to use asymmetric shelves. However, it should be noted that such a design fantasy is suitable for design in country, provence, Scandinavian styles, but does not fit in with the strict directions of minimalism.

Shelves at different levels

Flower shelves

Place these stands as close to a window as possible because the plants need light. The dimensions and features of the shelves will depend on the number of flowers and their type. Designs can be wall or floor, single or multiple.

Small pots can be placed on corner shelves, fans of climbing plants are more suitable for under-ceiling options. If the area in the kitchen allows, floor shelving would be an excellent location. On the lower tiers, you can put large pots with adult flowers, decorate the upper ones with small-leaved and lush bushes.

Narrow shelves made of lightweight plastic will look good on the windowsill. Also, glass shelving on suction cups with violets and decorative grass will fit into the window space. Structures reinforced at the base can withstand up to 10 small pots, one medium flower.

Wine racks

A variety of systems have been developed for wine storage in the home to meet all requirements. In addition to decorative functions, bottle shelves should fulfill their intended purpose - to preserve the taste of a noble drink.

Incorrect arrangement of wine racks can adversely affect the color, consistency of drinks. The main factors that can spoil the contents of bottles are direct sunlight, excessive humidity, high temperature, and vibrations.

Choosing a place in the kitchen for a wine rack, it is necessary to take into account not only the design of the room and personal preferences. The type of construction and the way the bottles are placed is important. The following options will ensure the safety of the product:

Shelves under the window sill

In small kitchens there is always not enough space to store household items. The space under the windowsill often remains empty. If the battery is not hidden there and important communications do not pass, this place can be allocated for organizing convenient shelves.

The size of the structure will determine the height and depth of the sill. Material, design style should match the overall decoration of the room, then the original shelves will seem to be part of the headset.

Dishes, preparations for the winter and other items that do not have specific storage requirements can be placed under the windowsill. It is necessary to take into account the peculiarity of a dark place. On the grounded shelves do not place live plants, decorative elements.

Worktop shelves

Keeps the kitchen tidy and the worktop clean and spacious. Usually these are multi-tiered structures with narrow shelves. They can accommodate a lot of useful little things (salt shaker, napkin holder, knife holder and other items).

Shelves with several floors can be of different shapes and features. The choice of the most convenient option will depend on the location of the table, the design of the apron, the presence of suspended structures.

Roof rails with hanging shelves

Practical, trendy solution for the kitchen. The designs look light and airy, but at the same time very strong and reliable. A variety of shapes and sizes allows you to choose a railing with hanging shelves that suits your design.

You can often find hooks on the railing. They hold objects with handles, potholders, scissors and other household items. If there is no need for a large number of such items, the design can be used to mount shelves and expand their functionality.

Before choosing a shelf, you need to decide on its purpose. It is important to immediately indicate the approximate weight of items for future storage, dimensions. You should also take into account the weight of the product itself, the presence of sides. Shelves for railing can have a variety of shapes. They can be hung in a corner, above a countertop or sink.

Unusual options

  1. Illuminated. Shelf lamp will bring zest to the room. Having equipped the structure with light that will perform a decorative function, it will also be additional lighting for the kitchen area. Spotlights, LED lamps, variations finished with a fluorescent lamp act as a lighting source.
  2. Modular type shelves. Modular systems allow you to combine individual parts into a single whole. Also, parts can be placed separately in different places in the kitchen. The original design is intended for storage, display of necessary, beautiful things.
  3. Corner shelves. This is a great space saving option. For greater functionality, they are made in several levels. For those who want to use every centimeter effectively, an extraordinary floor-to-ceiling shelf will help build the entire arsenal of dishes.

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