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50 Lovely L-Shaped Kitchen Designs & Tips You Can Use From Them

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When designing a functional kitchen, the ‘working triangle’ should be kept in mind - that is, the distance between your sink, stove and fridge. An L-shaped kitchen lends itself perfectly to this triangular tip, being two sides of a triangle to begin with. An L-shaped layout works best in small and medium sized spaces, which fly closer to the work triangle efficiency guideline of spreading workstations at no more than 1200mm apart. A great kitchen is not all about rules though, it’s equally about how that space feels and inspires you to create fabulous food. This collection brings ideas for cabinet placement, shelving designs, statement backsplashes, eating areas and more.

Busy, busy, busy. A heavily patterned backsplash and zoned flooring are the stars of the show in this colourful kitchen. A small semi-circular breakfast bar has been implemented at one side of the room to allow guests to socialise with the busy chef, and as a spot for a quick snack or early morning coffee.

Block it out. This L-shaped kitchen layout with corner window is dominated by a colour block of solid yellow. The rectangle overlaps one half of a wall cabinet, and ends up across the window glass as coloured film. Yellow kitchen accessories complement the strong accent.

Implement striking design features to unite each arm of the kitchen. A black box shelf underlines wall cabinets on one wall of this kitchen, and another forms an end point to the line of pale cabinets on the other side.

Make the space feel more rectangular by adding an area rug. Set a tall decorative vase of flowers down on the floor at the units’ end, to soften the look of the hard edge.

Whip out the sledgehammer – after seeking the advice of a professional! If budget allows, open up your disused kitchen wall to the great outdoors with some retractable doors. The increased natural light and perceived space will truly transform your kitchen.

A large picture window looking out to the garden can be hugely satisfying too. Note how the venetian window blinds at this one are wooden to match the horizontal strip around the kitchen base cabinets. A couple of geometric succulent planters match the geo backsplash, and provide a perfect modern flourish.

This sweet little grey kitchen is warmed up with gold cabinet handles and natural wood accessories. A table with a drop leaf makes a great addition to a small kitchen, allowing the eating space to be maximised or minimised in an instant.

Focus on what makes you happy. wine glasses are the focal point in this home, highlighted by the glow of strip lights inside glass cases.

Cater to the space, and your budget. If monetary constraints don’t allow for the building of bespoke kitchen cabinets into eaves, then use up that awkward space by installing a wall of open kitchen shelving at waning lengths.

Fashion a peninsula around a challenging architecture.

It’s not just the cabinets that follow an L-shape here, the flooring follows suit too.

Choose larder units in one colour, with standard base and wall cabinets in another to break the look of a long wall.

As L-shaped kitchens only use two walls, they naturally open up space. This is ideal for kitchens that flow into a living room or dining area.

Find inspiration in tradition. Traditionally the kitchen sink was situated in front of a window, if one was available, like in this green kitchen. Although, in a modern age of dishwashers it doesn’t seem so important to always have the best view from here. A kitchen clock is another classic that’s been bumped. Digital oven displays and microwave clocks negate the need for analogue designs, however, they still make nice wall decoration.

Colour coordinate. This yellow L-shaped kitchen with breakfast bar has a matching canary yellow fridge-freezer. If you like this then be sure to check out these other yellow kitchens.

Include a corner pantry. This red kitchen has an open shelving unit filled with pantry supplies that are both useful and decorative.

Dial away wall cabinets in a paler colour. Base units in rich colours work well when teamed with white or light upper cabinets, so as not to oversaturate a space.

Use ceiling panels to deepen the layout. This dramatically dark kitchen has an equally dark ceiling extension, fitted with spotlights. The matching material across the ceiling gives the layout extra depth, whilst two-tone cabinets play with form.

Powdery perfection. A flurry of blush pink accents and copper accessories speckle a perfect measure of contrast and warmth through powder blue decor.

Golden honey toned wood additions and heavy black accents bring an entirely different feel to a light grey and white kitchen.

Make a metallic mixup. A gold faucet, a silver oven, a copper vase and candlesticks. Anything goes.

Jazz up the unused kitchen wall with some typographical art. It’s also a great way to mark up a side-slung dining spot.

Make two seperate rooms in one. With two walls to work with you could separate kitchen facilities from utilities by splitting the arrangement, like this kitchen with washing machine. Keep cooking, prep and food supplies on one arm of your L-shape, and place washing machines and utility cupboards for ironing boards, laundry supplies and baskets along the other.

Criss cross low mounted wall cabinets over base cupboards for a unique arrangement.

Use two depths of wall cabinets, in different tones, to break up a double banked arrangement.

Craft stand-out perimeters. Extend a soffit of recessed lighting around an L-shaped perimeter to add to lofty proportions. Create a unique kitchen backsplash with unusual shaped tiling in a series of different hues.

A collection of wall shelves decorate the leftover wall here, along with a series of kitchen utensil hanging rails.

indoor herb planters can hang along a rail too. This design allows pots to inhabit a space not deep enough for a shelf, where an open wall cupboard door from the other side might chip against its edge.

Go with the flow. This completely wooden kitchen module extends its style to the hallway beyond. A matching wooden facia flows over the adjacent wall and one interior door.

Even though the counter extends beyond the ‘L’ here, we’ve added this to the collection because it holds cunning inspiration for an L-shaped kitchen with a corner window. Notice how the end wall cabinet has been chamfered so as not to block out any of the natural light.

Curate a gallery at the end of the run. A display of decorative plates makes a beautiful and fitting end point.

Simple and chic. A glowing wooden cut through between crisp white cabinets looks clean and inviting.

Create a chunky frame out of cabinets, like this white framed kitchen design with wooden inset.

Create a party piece. The wine cooler that towers the full height of this black kitchen is certain to keep guests entertained!

A boxy plant holder fringes this L-shaped kitchen with island. LED illuminated shelves brighten a wooden feature wall. Wooden bar stools match the veneer on the cabinets.

Another wine rack in an L-shaped kitchen with peninsula. This time the vino is brought right to the bench. It might prove a challenge to stop at just one bottle.

Dual windows look grand along a length of countertop. Intricately patterned backsplash tiles on the other branch balance the look.

A large potted plant makes a natural divide between the kitchen and dining spot.

Use pattern to make the most of small spaces.

Open shelving units and colour blocks make an interesting scheme. Projecting out of the backsplash at an angle, the knife holder adds an interesting touch as well.

Minimalist kitchens can sink away into the walls with handle-free slab fronted units.

Adding light wood tone and cheerful prints to a white kitchen creates a wonderfully Scandinavian style kitchen.

Even just a few special tiles can bring a new energy a plain white kitchen.

If you like this look, take a glance at these other industrial style kitchen designs.

An open shelf occupies one wall, whilst closed cabinetry completes the other. The change keeps the small space looking airy and open, rather than overwhelmed with too many units.

Metro tiles help a small space to appear wider.

A horizontal stripe is another method to visually widen the space.

Nope, this isn’t strictly an L-shaped kitchen but we’re taking a look at the L-shaped arrangement of wooden units that are complemented by a cheerful orange unit. The unusual piece has a series of open fronted and closed volumes for displaying and concealing choice items from view.

Two bar stools make the end of a cabinet run into a breakfast bar.

Wrap a countertop down the side of the end cabinet for a sleek luxurious finish.

1. Kitchen canisters 2. Fruit kitchen clock 3. Evercut Furtif Knives 4. Touch kitchen faucet 5. Comfort kitchen mat 6. Kitchen trash can with step lid 7. Counter edge cutting board with collapsible bin 8. Green foldable cutting board 9. Green and white sink strainer 10. Nesting bowl set 11. Modway kitchen stool 12. Swan ladle


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The 20 best L-shaped kitchen ideas for a stylish space

Planning a kitchen takes a lot of work - after all, you want somewhere which functions with ease while being aesthetically pleasing at the same time. L-shaped kitchen ideas are a classic choice for this exact reason. The shape offers plenty of flexibility and storage, without feeling too enclosed.

Carefully considered kitchen layouts also ensure that this working space is just that - a practical area to prep and cook in. After all, if a kitchen fails in terms of practicality, it's just annoying to work in and not an easily, or cheap, mistake to fix. This is why tried and tested layouts, like the L-shape are surviving the test of time

'L-shaped kitchen ideas have a number of great benefits,' agrees Alex Main, Director, The Main Company . 'Offering a versatile solution, L-shaped kitchens are a great way to help maximise space and can be adapted to large and small spaces. Not only does it create a more open-plan layout and feeling of space, but it cleverly uses corner storage, decreases traffic flow between each area and ensures an effective working triangle.'

L-shaped kitchen ideas

Once you've settled on how to plan a kitchen layout in your space, you can choose one of these L-shaped kitchen ideas to design a pretty and practical room. Whether the space is generous or small, an L-shaped layout works with both contemporary and traditional cabinetry. And the form is flexible enough to adapt to structural needs, such as sloping ceilings or large windows.

1. Create a sense of space

(Image credit: Future PLC/David Giles)

Although L-shaped kitchen ideas work with the style and size of most homes, they can be especially beneficial in those with open-plan kitchens. 

'It's perfect if you want to separate the cooking and dining areas and works well as a guest friendly area, as the openness of the layout makes it easier to host and still be able to interact with guests,' explains Neil McDonald, Design Manager, Moores .

'You can make an L-shaped kitchen feel more open by choosing light cabinetry and worktops as well as strategically placed lighting to create the illusion of a larger, open space.'

Alternatively, not taking the cabinetry all the way to the floor will allow light to pass through from one zone to another, boosting the impression of size even further.

2. Maximise storage

(Image credit: Future PLC/Lizzie Orme)

The most useful examples of kitchen storage are tailored to your needs, and nearly any layout can be adapted to to suit yours. If your L-shaped kitchen ideas include one arm acting as a peninsula, then consider adding in storage round both sides and the end.

Don't assume you have to have a flat end, either. A curved cupboard is a great choice for rounded pots, or pantry-style storage contained on kitchen turntables, from £9.99, Amazon , which means no more awkward reaching to the back for that spice you only use once in a blue moon. 

3. Break things up with open shelving

(Image credit: Future PLC/David Giles)

Even the best L-shaped kitchen ideas can sometimes feel a bit crowded. After all, most of the layouts rely on at least one wall on full height cabinetry. If this is the case for you, then replace some of the traditional cupboards with some open shelving ideas, instead.

You'll have a better feeling of space, and a new area to keep oft-used items, or display favourite pieces and seasonal touches.

4. Add a splash of colour

(Image credit: Future PLC/Lizzie Orme)

When it comes to kitchen colour schemes, it's often tempting to go neutral - and we don't blame you. When you use a space day in and day out you want to feel confident you're not going to tire of the overall effect. If you want to err on the side of caution with your cabinetry, then consider choosing a brightly coloured fridge instead.

In an L-shaped space this will also have the benefit of breaking up the look of two adjoining walls of cabinetry painted in the one shade. And who knows, maybe after a few years with the fridge you'll be inspired to go bolder with your decorating decisions. 

5. Fake a U-shape

(Image credit: Future PLC/Lizzie Orme)

'An option is to extend one of the ‘legs’ of your L-shaped kitchen ideas with a peninsula to create a U-shaped design,' suggests Brani Hadzhi, Showroom Manager, Scavolini by Multiliving . 'This peninsula offers almost all the advantages of an island.'

You don't even have to have this built in. In fact, a kitchen cart will mimic this look but has the added benefit of being able to be moved. This way, you can have an island setup in moments when needed. Some, like the Forhoja, £129, Ikea , have wheels, making moving them around even easier.

6. Play with colour blocking

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'An L-shaped solution will help you make good use of the space available and you’ll have plenty of room for cabinets on one side, as well as ample space for bar style meals on the other,' says Simon Bodsworth, MD, Daval Furniture . 'The cook has plenty of room to manoeuvre and can chat with guests at the same time, it’s a real win-win in a hardworking kitchen that likes to entertain guests.'

As well as being perfectly practical, an L-shaped kitchen with an island provides a wonderful base to start working with colours. Choose two complementary colours for the cabinetry and island, and use surfaces in one of these two shades. For an added pop of colour, select a third - more unexpected - tone, and use in accessories and detailing, like window dressings, upholstery and tiling.

7. Break up the layout

(Image credit: Second Nature Kitchens)

'Think about the size of the room you have and what you want to do in that room,' says Graeme Smith, head of design at Second Nature Kitchens . 'Is it purely cooking? Or do you want to use it for socialising, dining or working too?' If the latter, adapt your L-shaped kitchen ideas to suit your needs.

For a kitchen which will be multifunctional, tuck a second of the 'L' behind a panel of glazing to create some privacy. This is great for keeping mess hidden from guests, and for prepping food in if other family members are working elsewhere in the space.

8. Integrate a table

(Image credit: Wren Kitchens)

Since the U is the sister layout to L-shaped kitchen ideas, this is a look you can replicate in spirit using your dining table and chairs to suggest the appearance of a peninsula kitchen.

Choose two benches or an L-shaped sofa, and place directly next to the end of your cabinetry. For a seamless look that will trick the eye, match the upholstery to the colour of your cabinets.

9. Link with materials

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L-shaped kitchens ideas with islands are always a good look - so long as you know how much space is needed between a counter and an island. The downside is that the two work areas can seem rather disparate.

Link the sections together by matching your materials exactly. Think the same surface material, the same cabinetry paint and the same hardware. Not only will this create a cohesive look, but the space will look larger as your eye isn't drawn to something 'different' elsewhere in the room.

10. Balance your storage

(Image credit: Optiplan Kitchens)

'Maximise the use of worktops and cabinets down the room – including storage low and high to make the most of storage space available,' says Andy Briggs, Interior Designer at Optiplan Kitchens . ' A large number of cupboards and some internal storage solutions can all push up the price of a new kitchen – so think about what kitchen layout will best suit your lifestyle and what you want to achieve in this space.'

Make the room feel larger without compromising on this key storage element by painting higher cabinets in the same colour as the walls, so they seem to disappear. Lower kitchen cabinet paint ideas should then involve lighter and brighter shades to draw the eye without weighing the room down.

11. Create a practical workspace

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It's key to consider the working triangle, also known as the kitchen triangle. This is the space in which most of the practical work is being done - the chopping, cooking, cleaning and so on. The idea is that you want everything to hand so that work flows in an easy and unencumbered manner.

L-shaped kitchen ideas provide a great basis for creating a practical working triangle. A good idea is to start at the far end of the 'L' and work along the two arms in the order in which you will be accomplishing tasks. Perhaps starting with your sink for washing food, surfaces for prepping, and then onto the oven for cooking.

12. Store vertically

(Image credit: Future PLC/ Veronica Rodriquez)

L-shaped kitchen ideas are efficient at making the best use of space. Take the design ethos one step further by using the entire wall to fashion clever storage solutions, from floor to ceiling.

Working with the dominant wall, the one without a window in this case, stylish kitchen cabinets are used above a tiled splashback.

The statement storage spans the entire width of the wall and reaches to the ceiling to ensure every inch of space is utilised. Making the most of storage space is an important thing to do in galley kitchens, too. To add another smart vertical storage element, the chefs knives are stored along a wall-mounted magnetic strip.

13. Balance the L-shape with a window

(Image credit: Future PLC/ Barbara Bazso)

This is the most practical way to use L-shaped kitchen ideas, and the most popular. By running one side of the L under a window you help to balance the other side, which houses the cooker, cooker hood and cabinets.

By incorporating the window into the design you help to give equal purpose to the far wall, using the view beyond to make a statement. Windows also help to lighten U-shaped kitchens as well. Take the look further by adding a patterned blind to add interest. In this homely white kitchen the generous window needs little else to grab attention.

14. Double the L-shape potential

(Image credit: Future PLC/ Robert Sanderson)

If space is no issue you could opt for a layout that cleverly incorporates two L shapes. A bit like the premise of a classic video game, use the kitchen units to fit together perfectly to make the best use of floor space.

The main L-shaped counter can be a base for the kitchen appliances and amenities, while a smaller L fits within the space to house a built-in dining bench area. Using the L shape to fashion a separate zone helps to create a sociable dining area that feels disconnected just enough from the main cooking space.

15. Keep your living room separate in an open-plan space

(Image credit: Future PLC/ Robert Sanderson)

It goes without saying, if you have an open-plan kitchen and living area, you only really have two walls on which to consider for the kitchen. Capitalise on a far-side corner to keep the kitchen restricted, allowing the living area to benefit from the windows and other architectural details.

The kitchen takes up valuable wall space which means you therefore can't sacrifice any walls with design details already in place. When considering kitchen appliance layout ideas, keep sinks and appliances to one end to ensure they are at the furthest distance from the living area also.

16. Make the most of a small kitchen space

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In a small kitchen an L shape is ideal as it concentrates all storage and appliances into two sides of the room, leaving the others free and open. This makes the overall space seem bigger.

Keep the colours on the lighter side so it doesn't appear too cramped. A mixture of cabinets and drawers makes housing pans, pots and general paraphernalia a breeze. While glass Kilner jars display pretty condiments and dried food to perfection.

17.

Open up your scheme

(Image credit: Future PLC/ David Giles)

This L-shaped kitchen makes excellent use of space. It is easy to work in, as the work triangle can be easily established. Open shelving prevents a small kitchen from looking too busy, while banks of cabinets look stunning in a large kitchen as well as providing an abundance of storage.

A table and chairs fits neatly into the kitchen, while still zoning it off from the rest of the room. Whatever the size of your kitchen, the beauty of L-shaped kitchen ideas lies in the simplicity and flexibility. And the ease with which it can be adapted to suit practical requirements and different design tastes, too.

18. Utilise colour and pattern

(Image credit: Future PLC/ Lizzie Orme)

Don't be afraid to use darker colours and patterns in your kitchen. Deep colours are warming so often work well in larger kitchens. Inject refined rustic style with painted wooden cabinetry.

In a traditional space, use painted wood to co-ordinate kitchen cabinets with walls and architectural features; in a contemporary scheme, to soften the sharp edges of minimalist design. Go for a mid to deep shade, like the one in this grey kitchen, as it oozes easy elegance and sophistication.

19. Incorporate an island

(Image credit: Future PLC/ Fiona Walker-Arnott)

Where space isn’t an issue then L-shaped kitchen ideas with a central island unit provides informal dining space for the family or a place to chat with friends over coffee. Keep the cooking and kitchen chores tightly together in an L and let the rest of a large room be given over to family life.

Add personality and character with quirky signage and curios, which pop when set against cream kitchen ideas like in this scheme.

20. Work storage into a corner

(Image credit: Future PLC/ Lizzie Orme)

Give a wood-effect design an edge with statement accessories. This rustic country kitchen is brought to life with contemporary tiling. The choice of light and dark tiles, which work to separate the cooking and prep zones, provides a stark, modern contrast to the more traditional cabinet design.

If your kitchen is verging on the small side, consider installing wall-hung shelves into the corner of the room.

Open shelves are a practical and stylish solution in any kitchen. Display china and glassware, so that they are easily accessible. Try running a fixed rail below the bottom shelf to hold utensils with hooks for saucepans.

How do you arrange an L-shaped kitchen?

'As the name suggests, L-shaped kitchen ideas are laid out across two perpendicular walls of differing length,' explains Ben Burbidge, MD, Kitchen Makers . 'It will sit well in most corners of a room but it’s important to consider how you would like the space to function when you plan the layout.'

'Many designs incorporate a dining zone or island so think about the flow around the room and the relationship between the doors and windows to ensure that the space works functionally as well as aesthetically.'

What is an L-shaped kitchen with an island?

‘For those working with an open-plan space, this style of kitchen works exceptionally well,’ explains Paul Bangs, category director for kitchens at Wickes . ‘The addition of an island can provide an extra preparation and seating area, whilst becoming a focal point for the room. Likewise, this style of kitchen works well for those who entertain often or have families, as they offer plenty of space.’

'This is also great way to boost storage, prep space and achieve a more efficient layout,' agrees Brani from Scavolini by Multiliving. 'Consider placing a hob on your island so that you don’t have your back to guests while you’re cooking. You could even incorporate a breakfast bar into your island so that it becomes a social hub.'

Where should a fridge be in an L-shaped kitchen

With any kitchen design the placement of the fridge has to inline with the design triangle of use – the journey between fridge, sink and oven. But given the shape of an L this will mean the fridge is best placed at either end of the workstations, because it's the starting point of the journey.

'The L-shaped layout tends to naturally create a space for any tall cabinets (for example a fridge freezer), leaving a stretch of work surface for the return,' adds Elizabeth Sherwin, Creative Director, Naked Kitchens .

7 ideas, 4 mistakes and 93 photos (real)

We will analyze all 7 rules and 4 mistakes on real photo examples of small kitchen design.

7 Design Ideas for a Small Kitchen

Hereinafter we will assume that a small kitchen also means not an unlimited budget . All advice will be to maximize the result/price ratio.

1. Small kitchen up to the ceiling

Upper cabinets in small kitchens should always be built up to the ceiling. Even if you don't get it, you will always find some rarely used items that you can stuff into the upper lockers and forget. Without a gap, the design of a small kitchen looks monolithic and the furniture is not perceived as boxes hung on the wall. There will be no question of masking the ventilation pipe from the hood. Rubbish, dust and grease will not accumulate.


It is better to buy a stepladder for a penny and climb up a couple of times a season than to waste both appearance and storage space.

You can always either lower the ceiling in the cabinet area, or increase the height of the upper cabinets, or both. Photo examples:







By the way, handles on the upper cabinets are not needed: both with hinged opening and with lifting mechanisms, the facades are simply made 1 centimeter longer and open at the bottom. Upper cabinets should look solid.

If you do, the handles must be the same and either all horizontal or all vertical.

The photo below is an example of a good design for a small kitchen, where just following the tips from this first point would make this design already chic.

If your area does not exceed 7 sq. m., see my material about the design of kitchens in Khrushchev. Also read a separate article specifically about the features of choosing a kitchen set for a small kitchen - furniture for a small kitchen is critical. Here we are considering options for 7-12 square meters. m.

Naturally, there are exceptions to any rules, and I have an article with beautiful pictures of kitchens where the canons don't care. But here we are talking about small kitchens where there is no time for experiments.

2. Built-in hood

Everyone is used to the fact that built-in appliances are expensive. And this is true, but not for hoods. A built-in hood costs even less than a regular one: from $35 for a regular built-in hood and from $50 for a telescopic one. It makes sense to take it among the cheapest ones. they are no different from the expensive ones. The advantage of such a hood is the space around the pipe in the cabinet, which does not disappear as in the case of ordinary ones. We have all the tea/coffee/condiments stored there. Compare. Plain:

Wasted a lot of space. And built-in:






3. No more than two colors

Maximum one primary and one accent. Moreover, the facades should be of a calm color. There is a mandatory set of items for cooking, and in a small area the concentration of these items is very high. And they also have their own colors.

The best color combination in terms of price/performance ratio is still white with wood. In general, you need to be careful with bright colors in the design of a small kitchen - the risk of overdoing it is too high.

A Scandinavian style kitchen is beautiful with dirty accent colors that are easy to match with natural finishes.



Bright colors are acceptable, but you are at risk.




4. No accessories

If the only function that an object in the interior of a small kitchen performs is a beautiful appearance, then this is an extra item. Stylish design is achieved by competent planning, selection of materials, furniture and equipment.

A good indicator of an extra item is its constant movement to different places without being used. Remember the photos of real small kitchens that you liked. Was it the accessories? In any case, the small dimensions of the kitchen require a complete rejection of accessories.

When looking at photos on the Internet, always imagine them in actual use: with all appliances, utensils, towels, etc.

Then it will immediately become clear why it is impossible to overload with accessories and flowers.



The same goes for fridge magnets, travel plate collections, etc. There is nothing wrong with this and for a family it can mean more than appearance, but from a design point of view, this is not the place in a small kitchen.



5. Unload the table top as much as possible

The smaller the area, the more difficult it is to clean. Because there is not enough space on the countertop and when cleaning you have to rearrange items from place to place. You've probably heard the wrong triangle rule about the fridge, sink, and stove. Actually the center of a small kitchen is a free horizontal plane. Because of all 3 points, we first put food and dishes on the table, and only then we perform manipulations.

Therefore, the first task is to remove everything from the countertop. What is possible is stuffed into closed places, and for the rest we need roof rails . A must-have item in a small kitchen, but one that limits the design of the backsplash because it will always be perceptibly obscured. We hang special shelves on the rails and store things on them. Here is a perfect example of organization (but not design):


We make an apron uniform without drawings and patterns (bright is possible).


6. Modern interior of a small kitchen

This is not a hard and fast rule, but classic styles are more expensive to implement and love large areas. In addition, there are many household appliances, and almost all of them have a modern design. To maintain the style of the interior and the technique, you will have to greatly narrow the range of choice and raise the budget. Plus, there is too much non-functional decor in the classics, which just eats up square meters.

The only classic design styles that I would consider for a small kitchen are Provence and light neoclassic.



7. Custom-made furniture and built-in appliances

Unfortunately, this item can only be solved with money, but it is very important. The area of ​​your apartment also costs money, and in a small kitchen, every sq.m. on account. Therefore, it is logical to overpay for the manufacture of furniture exactly to your size and for the equipment built into it.

A particular pain is the built-in microwave, which unreasonably costs 3+ times as much as a stand-alone one and starts at $200. There are no objective reasons for such a price, and it looks like a cartel of all manufacturers. But it really looks much better than freestanding and saves the most scarce horizontal areas in a small kitchen, so with tears in your eyes it is still worth forking out. Or take the risk of making the furniture exactly the size of the usual one. But keep in mind that for built-in ventilation through the front facade, and for ordinary ones through the back panel, it can overheat.

Many people lay a niche for a built-in microwave and put a regular microwave in it, but with the ability to switch to a built-in at any time.

4 Mistakes in the interior of a small kitchen

Not following any rule from the 1st part is a mistake, but we will not repeat it. The following rules are relevant specifically for small kitchens, in others they may not be errors.

1. Transparent boxes

Same planning error. Before repair, imagine beautiful drawers with glass inserts and lighting, from where beautiful neatly arranged dishes will be viewed. Only after the repair, a small kitchen will bring you a little reality.

In medium and larger kitchens, glass inserts are still acceptable, but in small ones there will be too much overload with details.





2. No upper cabinets

Without upper cabinets, practicality suffers in addition to appearance. Kitchens without hanging cabinets look cool only on a very large area, otherwise it looks like there is not enough money for the upper ones yet. Well, it does not pull on the design idea.


Open shelves are also not an option here, believe me, Designwiki.ru will not advise garbage.

Functionally, upper cabinets are a must: an extractor hood and a drain from it, a dish dryer (it is inconvenient to take it from below). And in general, taking from above is more convenient than constantly bending.

If the kitchen has a corner and a short side, hang the cabinets on the long side.


3. Floor joint

The floor must be the same. Either laminate everywhere, or tiles everywhere, no joints and thresholds. I analyzed in detail in the material which floor to choose for the kitchen.

4. Lots of design in a small area

Don't be smart. The most harmful thought that can come during a repair is that it turns out too simple and needs to be complicated. No need. There are extra sq.m. - there is a design, but in kitchens up to 10 meters it is necessary to do as simply as possible .

Upper cabinets should preferably be uniform and monolithic. Compare and keep it simple:





How to furnish a small kitchen

furniture is the main thing in the design of a small kitchen.

If you have a kitchen with a balcony, you can add it. This can be done simply by removing the window block. In place of the former window sill, we install a countertop and get a table or bar counter. The balcony will need to be insulated.



If you need more working area, but the size of the room does not allow and there is no balcony, then you can make a tabletop window sill. At the bottom of the boxes will not be added, because. there will be a battery, but more space on the table.

If you decide to move the sink to the window, take into account the nuance with the trash can. Usually it stands under the sink, but if the sink is near the window, then the battery will also be there, which means that the garbage will quickly deteriorate and smell. Find another place for the bucket.











Be clever with your layout. There is no need to complicate the design in a small kitchen, but the most insane layout options should be considered. Sometimes very interesting options for arranging furniture can turn out.




The idea: custom kitchen sellers offer free plan creation - use it, ordering is not required.

A two-burner cooktop is enough for almost everyone.


Small corner kitchens

If the shape of the room is closer to a square, then our option is corner kitchens. Otherwise, there will be too much free unused floor, and in a small area we cannot allow this.




In general, corner furniture is the standard. There are very good reasons to refuse it. The layout of the corner kitchen should always start with the refrigerator. it is the only one that occupies all 3 levels (lower cabinets, apron area, upper cabinets).

The junction of the countertop and the non-built-in refrigerator cannot be fixed and moisture will get into the end of the countertop. It must be laminated as open.

With the corner version, we will have 1 corner for the L-shaped or 2 for the U-shaped. Using the corner lower cabinets is extremely inconvenient. You can put up with and store rarely used things there. And you can use special fittings for corner cabinets, but it costs simply unrealistic money.




Washing can be done on the corner. From the point of view of design, it does not look very stylish, but the practicality is maximum - an uncomfortable corner will be occupied by communications and filters, access to which is rarely needed.





Now you know everything about the design of a small kitchen. But you can, at least for the sake of the photo, see the material about the design of the kitchen up to 6 sq.m. or read about the design of a small bathroom =)

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Mistakes often made when arranging a small kitchen

The owners of small and cramped kitchens often make planning mistakes that prevent them from using the room as functionally as possible, while not littering it with unnecessary interior items. How to equip a small kitchen? You can understand this issue using the example of the most common mistakes.

There is not enough space in the kitchen to store the necessary utensils. To avoid this, you should learn how to effectively use the free vertical space. Small shelves and cabinets can be installed above the stove, refrigerator, or even directly under the ceiling.

The work surface is too small. This is done in order to save space, but in fact, such a solution only contributes to more clutter in the kitchen. You can continue the work surface using a folding tabletop or a bar counter.

Elimination of the hood to save space. Unfortunately, a lingering unpleasant smell will completely spoil the impression of even the most elegant kitchen. There is no way to do without a hood in a small room. Designers are advised to choose compact models. If necessary, the hood can be hidden behind the facade of the headset.

As you can see, a small kitchen is not a reason to be upset.

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