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The best small kitchen layouts are crucial to getting the most out of a room with less space than you’d like. Planning a small kitchen layout can be tricky, as finding the best layout can make or break a compact kitchen. 

Our kitchen ideas guide to small kitchen layout ideas covers all the bases to help you reach the full potential of your kitchen.

While you might think options can be limited for small kitchen ideas, these smaller spaces often turn out to be far more ergonomically efficient. 

No traipsing miles to gather ingredients, or circumnavigating a monolithic island unit to reach the sink. When space is tight, everything is meticulously placed for convenience and is exactly where you need it.

Best small kitchen layouts

When thinking about how to plan a small kitchen layout, it's best to make a list of your ‘must-haves’, particularly in terms of appliances, as they can swallow up a lot of storage space. 

Take time to think about how you cook, who else needs access to the kitchen, even if it’s just the fridge, and where the dining table is in relation to the dishwasher.

Do seek advice from a professional kitchen designer. They are trained in spatial design and the latest space-saving innovations, and can often suggest ways to get more in to kitchen layouts without overcrowding.

1. Maximize natural light to make a galley feel bigger

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While it’s a highly sensible layout choice for a long, thin space, double galley kitchens have a reputation for feeling dark and pokey. To help make them feel bigger, be sure to maximize the room’s potential for natural light. 

If it’s architecturally possible, maximizing window space at one end of the galley will do wonders for the sense of space in the room. In this small but breathtaking space by designer Beth Webb , the kitchen of a South Carolina hunting lodge is made to feel light and breezy through the use of floor-to-ceiling windows, helped by the positioning of another window on the perpendicular wall. 

2. Open shelving and glass cabinets help create depth

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While closed cabinetry is perfect for keeping kitchens feeling neat and tidy, too much of it on the top half of the elevations is likely to make a small kitchen feel smaller – you’re effectively extending the solid wall outwards into the room. 

To combat this, keep solid cabinetry to the lower half of the kitchen, and break up the higher levels with open kitchen shelving ideas and glass-fronted cupboards. In this apartment kitchen by London designers Ward & Co. , open cabinetry is used exclusively above the worktops, allowing for a greater sense of depth in those areas.  

3. Make the most of space with a double galley

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The only layout more spatially efficient than a single galley, is a double galley.  

'Double galley kitchens are practical because they efficiently utilise both sides of a narrow space, offering more storage for small kitchens,’ explains Pluck ’s co-founder George Glasier.

George also explains how this small kitchen layout can make a small kitchen look bigger: ‘As the cabinetry doesn’t meet at the room’s corners, they eliminate the awkward-to-reach corner cupboard debate. Visually they provide symmetry and therefore balance to the space, which can help make a small kitchen appear bigger.'

4. Try a moveable option

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When space is tight, an island unit can become more of an obstacle than asset.

In this 3.6m wide kitchen, interior designer Robert Rhodes felt a permanent island, even a narrow one, would have made the space on either side feel small and compromised. Instead, a freestanding vintage table provides extra prep space when needed and can be moved out of the way when entertaining.

‘Going for a freestanding piece can prove much more flexible and also offers a more relaxed, laidback look than fitted units,’ says Robert.

5. Undulate worktops and cabinetry to make the most of space 

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If you’re keen to eek out every bit of floor space you can, remember that worktops and cabinetry do not have to be at the same depth the whole way around the kitchen. 

In this kitchen owned and designed by Waterworks Co-Founder Barbara Sallick, the worktop to the left hand side includes a small inlet opposite the island, between deeper areas that facilitate corner cupboards and a tall glass cabinet. This makes the most of walking space where those few inches of storage space aren’t necessary. 

6. Get creative with awkward nooks

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If you’ve inherited a kitchen where architectural features are an obstacle to making the most of the space, it’s time to get creative. 

In this apartment kitchen owned by furniture expert Christine Retlev, a window with a low bottom edge makes it difficult to extend the worktop all the way to the end wall. Instead, Retlev installed a lower countertop, and turned the awkward nook into a seating area, perfect for enjoying a cup of coffee alongside views of Manhattan.  

7. Add an island

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Kitchen islands can have so many uses, whether it's for storage, extra worktop surface or for sitting.

By incorporating breakfast bar ideas into the design of your kitchen, you're making the space go further with the addition of a handy spot to eat and drink. And it takes up less room than a clunky kitchen table.

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A single galley layout, with the entire kitchen on one elevation, is inspired by the confines of a ship’s galley, where every inch counts.

This striking cobalt kitchen belonging to artist and interior designer Luke Edward Hall is in an open-plan room that also accommodates dining and relaxing. Fortunately, the ceiling is high, so Luke could maximize his small kitchen storage options with wall cabinets, without overpowering the room.

‘You can see the kitchen from the sofa,’ says Luke. ‘Although I like to have fresh produce and ceramics on display, it is nice for us to be able to put things away.’

9. Consider U-shape solutions

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If you have to cram a lot of units into a very small space, a U-shape layout is often the best bet. The downside of two corners is compensated by extra cupboard space on the end wall.

‘The key to compact U-shaped kitchens is using every inch to your advantage. Use Le Mans units inside corner cupboards. They’ll bring the contents out to you,’ says Hayley Robson, creative director, Day True .

‘Take the kitchen cabinets as close to the ceiling as possible. Not only does this look extremely elegant but it also maximises storage more than you would think.’

10. Choose to hide it away

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Combining kitchen, living and dining in one room is a common scenario in small apartments.

For this luxury space in Knightsbridge, interior designer Kia Stanford has conceived a hidden kitchen that conceals the more practical side of cooking when the owners are relaxing. ‘The trick is to select materials and finishes more typically associated with living room furniture,’ says Kia.

Here, tall pocket doors shut away the small appliances and boiling water tap. Don’t be fooled by first appearances, this hidden kitchen is fully equipped for cooking up a storm.

11. Add a narrow island

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The width of floor space around an island is arguably more important than the width of the island itself. Aim for at least 90-100cm clear walkway around an island’s full perimeter.

‘It is essential not to make an island’s dimensions too big, as it may restrict movement around the kitchen,’ explains Ben Burbidge, managing director, Burbidge & Son.

An island unit should be at least one cabinet deep (60cm) to provide useful storage underneath, a little wider will be useful for spreading out when prepping on the surface.

12. Use clear walls

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Leaving walls free from cabinetry can make a huge impact to the sense of space in a small kitchen. This only works if you have sufficient storage space elsewhere, such as a walk-in pantry.

Open shelving is less burdensome than solid wall cabinets, but even they create a degree of visual ‘noise’, so if it’s simplicity you are seeking, better to go without.

Here, Plain English has packed storage into both sides of the peninsula, leaving the walls blissfully empty, bar a simple cooker hood.

13. Try a breakfast bar

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Perfect for casual meals, a quick coffee or chatting to friends while you cook – all without losing prep space – breakfast bars are hugely practical.

‘Don’t assume it isn’t possible to squeeze a breakfast bar into a small kitchen. What a table-style design lacks in storage, it more than makes up for in creating a feeling of lightness and space,’ says Fabiana Scavolini, CEO of Scavolini .

‘This style of breakfast bar is less obtrusive than a standard peninsula with base units and it opens up the space by showing more of the floor.’

Don't forget to think about lighting ideas for small kitchens , too, so your breakfast bar can stand out in all its glory.

14. Hide everything behind sliding doors

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For small apartments, open-plan living and teeny-weeny floor plans, consider the option to conceal a one-wall, narrow kitchen from view with sliding doors. A single bank of floor-to-ceiling units (kitted out with storage, cooking, sink, the lot) can magically disappear when not in use thanks to fully retractable doors. The result is an uninterrupted wall finish, which, depending on your door choice, will add an extra dash of color and texture to a small space.

‘The most prevalent demand on modern properties is space,’ explains Graeme Smith, head of retail and commercial design at Life Kitchens . ‘Ever shrinking footprints mean that rooms are now multifunctional; combining living, dining and cooking into one space is fast becoming the norm. Life’s Hidden Kitchen provides everything needed with areas for preparation, cooking and storage. Essentials such as a fridge-freezer, oven and dishwasher are all included in this slim profile kitchen and with sliding, bifold doors, you can seamlessly hide it all away, leaving behind a statement, paneled wall feature.’

15. Add reflective surfaces

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Glossy door fronts, transparent glass shelving and metallic appliances will all take advantage of natural daylight and help make a small kitchen layout feel roomier by bouncing any available light around the space.

‘One of my best tips for a small kitchen is to utilize mirrors within your space – they can make a small space seem much larger than it actually is,’ says Zara O’Hare, internal interior design consultant at Land of Rugs . ‘Any natural light flowing through the space can be bounced back through different areas, making it seem lighter and more airy. I would place mirrors opposite areas where natural light comes through into the space, so windows and doors are your main opportunity. ’

These bevelled, antique mirror glass subway tiles will help open up a small kitchen layout.

16. Install hidden light sources

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As well as mirror finishes and glossy surfaces, clever kitchen lighting ideas can be key to the success of small kitchen layout ideas. Slick, unobtrusive strip lighting hidden under a wall cabinet or embedded into a plinth will not intrude into valuable inches and create the illusion of more room in a compact kitchen. It will also help bounce natural daylight around your space.

‘Strategic placing of lights, reflective surfaces and a light color scheme will make your kitchen seem bigger than it is,’ says Giovanni Scippo, director at 3D Lines . ‘You should be using what we call task lights, which are placed above where you do most of the work – the sink and counter. Another small but effective trick is to line your shelves and cabinets with strip lights – they’re easily concealed and very functional. ’

‘In a small kitchen, wall cabinets are usually necessary to give sufficient storage space, but unfortunately can make the room seem darker,’ adds Alice Pasteau, retail support manager, Schmidt UK . ‘Made-to-measure LED profiles can be built into your units, giving diffuse, neutral lighting over your countertop.’

17. Keep counters clutter-free in a small kitchen layout

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Clever small kitchen layout ideas should ensure countertop paraphernalia can be kept to a minimum. Small appliances, and sugar, tea and coffee canisters can all eat up valuable surface area for food preparation and make a kitchen feel messy and cramped. One way is to add extra shelving or wall cabinets for stashing away all of those items that are generally on show. Another popular idea is a dedicated breakfast cupboard, which sits on top of the counter, with space to hide away cereal, bread, coffee, preserves, bowls, mugs and small plates, plus kettles, toasters and juicers (with power points inside so they don’t have to be moved when used.

‘When designing a kitchen, it is important to understand how a client lives and uses the space,’ says Tim Higham owner of bespoke kitchen brand Higham Furniture . ‘At first, our recommendation for this fairly traditional kitchen in an Edwardian period property was to have wall cabinets either side of the chimney, freeing up the counter space next to the range.

‘However, when the client said that any empty worktop in their home would get cluttered, we agreed that the dressers would work best as they allowed for appliances and other items to be hidden out of sight.’

The proportions of the room led to a narrow small kitchen island, which is highly functional though, and includes a sink, dishwasher and bins plus sink and overhang for stools.

18. Create unexpected storage in a small layout

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Think outside the box when it comes to layout in a limited footprint. Small kitchen layouts should include great storage solutions plus implement top tactics for organizing a small kitchen. Try built-in benches, unused plinths that can be transformed into slim, toe-kick drawers and skinny larder cabinets with adjustable racking systems that utilize a narrow, redundant gap.

Using a modern mix of petroleum blue, walnut and brass, this small kitchen started life enclosed on all sides by walls, separating it from the rest of the house. Now, it is open plan to the living room, with a kitchen island that features a removable dining table and clever storage columns with a chic bar area.

‘By opening up the kitchen, I was able to capture unused space in the hallway and create additional storage through the insertion of the kitchen island,’ explains interior designer Ahmad AbouZanat of Project AZ . ‘The bar area is an entirely new area of storage they didn’t have before.’

19. Use flooring to alter proportions

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Create the illusion of more space with your choice of kitchen flooring. Hardwood floor planks can draw the eye down the room to make it seem longer or across it so it feels wider depending on which way they are laid. This clever design trick is particularly useful when a small kitchen leads into a living area; laying the same floor throughout will create a seamless, unbroken mood and add a sense of depth.

‘With space coming at a premium for some rooms, interiors are required to work harder and in turn become more flexible,‘ says Greg Elliot, head of technical at Havwoods . ‘The floor then becomes one of the largest fixtures and so designers are putting extra focus on how it impacts the space. Vertically placed planks or wide, long planks work particularly well in galley kitchens as they will increase the sense of space in the room.’

20. Be clever with color

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Sticking to a pale small kitchen paint colors is a foolproof way to make the most of the light in a small kitchen. Of course, if you want drama and bold color, an all-over paint shade can instead be applied to striking effect. Try painting cabinets, walls and ceiling in the same top-to-toe color to blur the lines of a small kitchen layout and create the illusion of a bigger area.

If that’s a step too far for your design tastebuds, introduce contrasting colors in a simple way: use darker colors such as navy or forest green on the floor cabinets and paint wall cabinets and walls in a pale shade to blend in with the ceiling.

What is the best layout for a small kitchen?

The best kitchen layouts are usually dictated by the immovable architectural elements, like windows, doors, chimney breasts and structural beams.

Try to avoid layouts that involve corners, such as L and U-shapes, but if a corner is inevitable, do make use of internal storage mechanisms like Le Mans and carousel systems.

Drawers are considered superior to cupboards in terms of full access to all contents. Also think about how cabinets and appliances open. A dishwasher door that clashes with a fridge door opposite will endlessly annoy.

How do you declutter a small kitchen?

One way to declutter a small kitchen is through the use of cabinetry. A plain slab door with push-touch or recessed handles will look sleeker than a framed door with protruding hardware.

Likewise, a breakfast cupboard with bi-folding or tambour doors can be used to hide away countertop appliances, including the coffee machine and toaster. A boiling water tap takes the kettle out of the equation and can be combined with your regular hot and cold supply in one neat unit.

Larders always sound like a luxury exclusive to large kitchens, but they utilise the room’s height, so offer impressive volumes of storage. Hang a small set of steps on the inside of the larder door for easy access to the top shelves.

What appliances are best for small kitchens?

Multifunctional appliances are best for small kitchens, like a combi-microwave or combi-steam oven, which are essentially two cooking methods in one.

You can also get single ovens that can be split to cook at different temperatures; like a double oven but in a smaller footprint. Built-in, compact appliances are 45cm-high, instead of 60cm, and can be stacked neatly. Induction hobs with built-in extraction can also save space overhead but do check how much cupboard space you’ll lose below for the motor unit.

Slimline dishwashers are 45cm-wide, which can make all the difference if you’re counting every cm. Under-mounted drawer-style refrigeration comes with impressive capacities.

Do think very carefully about the appliances you need, or you could end up with nowhere to store crockery. Could a wine fridge fit in the dining room for example?

Linda graduated from university with a First in Journalism, Film and Broadcasting. Her career began on a trade title for the kitchen and bathroom industry, and she has worked for Homes & Gardens, and sister-brands Livingetc, Country Homes & Interiors and Ideal Home, since 2006, covering interiors topics, though kitchens and bathrooms are her specialism. 

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Small Kitchen-Dining Room: 12 Practical Tips

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Of course, size matters, but even a small kitchen-dining room can look like a million dollars with a little thought and effort. The rules are simple: make the most of all free surfaces, think outside the box, don't be afraid to experiment with colors, and use proven tricks to visually enlarge the space. Ready? Let's get started!

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1. Are drawers and cupboards not enough?

This is one of the most common questions from clients that professional decorators face when designing a small kitchen-dining room. Correct answer: no, not enough. In a small room, the issue of maximizing the use of each free centimeter of usable area is especially relevant.

Therefore, in addition to hanging cabinets, it is worth equipping the walls with rods, hooks and magnetic holders for kitchen accessories, on which you can hang everything - from frying pans and cutting boards to kitchen knives. And don't forget the windowsill! You can put an electric kettle, small household appliances, a stand with knives on it, or even move the sink there.

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Containers with cereals and spices can also be placed in special containers on the wall: this way they will not take up much space and will always be at hand at the stove.

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2. Fresh colors

In a small kitchen-dining room, the choice of wall paint should be especially careful. To make the space visually appear larger, it is recommended to use light, fresh colors that create a feeling of air in the room and bring coziness. Modern paint manufacturers have many pleasant shades that can serve as an alternative to the traditional white for small apartments.

Designed by Grzywinski and Pons.

3. Niches and open shelves

Explore your kitchen carefully: even the most uncomfortable nooks and crannies can be used. For example, build shelves into a small niche or place them in a corner behind a heating pipe.

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House of illustrator Henrietta Nivang near Stockholm.

4. Photos, posters and art

Who said that a small kitchen-dining room has to be boring? No no and one more time no! Beautiful photographs, paintings or posters will help to personalize the space, make it bright and memorable. Getting into such a non-standard interior, your guests will not even pay attention to the small size of the room itself!

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5. Plants

Green plants and indoor flowers are also able to enliven any interior and divert attention from its area. If space on the windowsill is dear to you, we recommend using hanging planters.

Apartment in Taipei. Project by Phoebe Says Wow Architects.

6. Top bunk

If the furniture doesn't reach the ceiling, the free space above it is great for storage. The best solution is to buy beautiful identical containers, baskets or boxes and put kitchen accessories that are not so often used in them.

7. Round table

A round dining table takes up less space than a square one and is the perfect choice for a small kitchen-dining room.

Apartment in Moscow. Design by decorator Elena Sereda.

Apartment in Moscow. Project by Ilya Gulyants.

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8. Light kitchen facades

Light kitchen facades in combination with light walls visually “lighten” the space and allow massive cabinets to literally dissolve in space. For contrast, you can add dark details, color or graphic accents to the interior - this will give it dynamics and liveliness.

Apartment in Moscow. Designed by Porte Rouge.

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9. Bar counter instead of a table

In small combined spaces, a bar counter with bar stools can serve as a table. She will also zone the space and visually separate the dining area from the living room and recreation area.

Design by Tatiana Stratu.

Project by designer Malika Boranbayeva.

10. Cart on wheels

Compact trolley on wheels is a practical kitchen device for small spaces. On its shelves it is convenient to store products and items that are always needed at hand.

11. Shiny materials and details

Shiny metal, mirror and glass reflect light well and make your kitchen-dining room look bigger than it really is.

Milan apartment of designer Cristina Celestino. Stainless steel kitchen cabinets.

12. Order

The smaller the room, the more any mess is evident in it. Sometimes scattered things and dishes in the sink can immediately spoil the whole impression of your renovation and design. Therefore, if you want your small kitchen-dining room to look stylish, keep it clean and tidy. Read about how to do this in our special material at the link.

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Design features

A number of basic nuances:

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Planning and zoning

The ideal option would be a layout that involves several windows at once in a small kitchen-living room. The window opening fills the space with natural light and visually expands it. An excellent interior solution is to combine several openings into one panoramic window.

If the redevelopment of a small kitchen-living room provides for an insulated balcony or loggia, this area can be equipped with storage systems or equipped with a bar counter.

The photo shows the layout of a small kitchen-living room with two window openings.

Zoning deserves special attention. In a room united by the demolition of a wall, an arch, a plasterboard partition or glass sliding doors will help to visually delimit a small space. Weightless curtains are perfect for separating the kitchen from the living area.

The photo shows the layout of the combined kitchen-living room of a small size.

It would also be appropriate to divide the room into functional areas using furniture in the form of a long sofa or a narrow and high bar counter. A small kitchen-living room is often zoned due to different finishing materials. For example, a place for cooking is decorated with floor tiles, and the guest sector is laid out with laminate, parquet or carpet.

A combination of open and closed shelving can act as an excellent room divider. This design will provide additional storage for the necessary things.

In the photo, zoning with an island in the interior of a small kitchen-living room in a modern style.

How best to equip?

Design options for small spaces.

Choosing a compact kitchen set

The best solution for a small kitchen-living room is an L-shaped set with a corner part equipped with a stove, sink and refrigerator. Such placement significantly saves space, and rationally uses the corner in the room. If there is a window in the kitchen area, it would be appropriate to install a corner set with a worktop that turns into a window sill near this wall.

The photo shows the design of a small kitchen-living room with a white corner suite, complemented by a breakfast bar.

For a small room with a square geometry, a linear kitchen set lined up in one line is suitable. In a more elongated and narrow rectangular room, it is desirable to place the structure near a short end wall. It is better to equip the set with a narrow table top and instead of a dining table, complement the space with a bar counter with high chairs.

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Built-in appliances

With the use of mini appliances and built-in appliances, the interior of a compact kitchen-living room looks less cluttered and overloaded. Thanks to such a design idea as built-in appliances, the facades of the headset acquire a uniform and integral look.

In this case, the refrigerator is also hidden behind cabinet doors or the unit is installed on the side of the headset and decorated to match the color of the facade.

The photo shows a small kitchen-living room with a bright suite equipped with built-in appliances.

Transforming furniture

Thanks to transforming furniture, it turns out not only to relieve the room as much as possible, but also to make it more functional and comfortable.

A small room that combines two different areas together is appropriate to complement with a transforming table that can be unfolded and acquired the desired size, and also provides the ability to adjust the height. An equally rational solution would be to equip a small kitchen-living room with a dining set with folding chairs. When assembled, stools can be stored on the balcony or in the pantry.

In modern design, there are certain models of kitchen sets that have transforming sliding drawers, roll-out or pull-out countertops that allow you to expand the working area for cooking.

Using tricks to visually enlarge the space

The white color palette will allow you to maximize the expansion of a small room. Due to this monochrome design, the kitchen combined with the living room will look spacious, neat and clean. The snow-white gamma looks interesting in combination with other light colors and different textures. A white suite, light finishes of the floor, walls and ceiling will ideally fit into a small room.

Reflective surfaces such as glossy tiles, furniture with laminated and lacquered fronts, chrome-plated household appliances and accessories can be used to deepen the perspective of a small space.

To save space, you can remove the door, install a sliding system or leave an open opening that does not create visual obstructions and expands the space.

The photo shows a white finish in the interior of a small kitchen-living room.

Design examples

The interior of the room with small dimensions, involves the use of a minimum amount of decor and other details. A similar design is carried out in an achromatic palette, the presence of smooth surfaces, built-in appliances and even furniture facades without fittings is welcome here.

The photo shows the design of a small Scandinavian-style kitchen-living room.

An excellent option for a small kitchen-living room in a Khrushchev apartment will be a crisp white Scandinavian style. The bright environment is diluted with gray-blue elements and wooden furniture. The combined kitchen and living room in this style acquire a light, unobtrusive and slightly cool look. To soften the Nordic coldness, it is appropriate to decorate a small room with rugs, pillows with ethnic ornaments or a small decorative fireplace.

The photo shows the loft style in the interior of a small combined kitchen-living room.

Loft style will bring freedom and informality to the atmosphere. The room looks larger due to the bare brick walls and the abundance of metal elements. In an industrial interior, you can install a dining table made of metal or glass in combination with light chairs made of transparent plastic.

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