Beautiful blue ceramics stand out on the open shelves, while brass cup pulls continue the traditional kitchen style. Focusing kitchen appliances and storage along one wall is practical for smaller spaces. Desiree Burns Interiors swapped storage drawers for base cabinetry in this one-wall kitchen for a modern user-friendly feel.
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- If cozying up with a cup of coffee in the morning while bathing in the morning light sounds like something out of your own kitchen dreams, there are a few things you can do to make sure it happens.
- If you are after kitchen ideas that will create a clean, contemporary feel, choosing handless cabinets is a guaranteed way to get that look.
- To maximize storage in a galley kitchen, invest in cabinet organization systems.
- Warm brass finishes on lighting and hardware complete the cozy kitchen.
If you have the space, include both bar seating around the island and a cozy breakfast nook, like this spacious eat-in kitchen from Kate Marker Interiors. The classic triangle rule is especially useful for keeping things efficient. Incorporate mirrors or high-gloss materials in your small kitchen to bounce light around the room, giving the illusion of more space.
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She covers home, wellness, beauty, and travel for outlets such as Martha Stewart, Real Simple, Insider, TODAY, Bustle, TripSavvy, The Zoe Report, and others. Expansive kitchen windows let in light and fresh air, plus share views of nature. These floor-to-ceiling windows and French doors connect to the home’s patio while providing picturesque vantage points. If your galley kitchen has a door to the outside on one end, be sure that it doesn’t block appliances like the dishwasher. In this kitchen from Rashida Banks for Emily Henderson Design, the door opens toward the storage side of the kitchen. In a smaller space with a corner window, place the sink to the left or right of the window and leave the countertop in front of the window free, like this London kitchen from deVOL Kitchens.
- “White kitchens have to be more than just an all-white kitchen in order to stand out in the midst of all other white kitchens,” Floyd explains.
- Domm Dot Com’s blending of textures is enough to convince anyone to do the same.
- Beadboard backing speaks to this Tudor home’s architectural style while adding texture to the kitchen.
- Similar to other irregular tiles, the resurgence of the imperfect 4×4 tile will further emphasize the disinterest in perfection.
- This cooking space embraces grays, icy whites, and even a touch of purple that all appeal to a Scandi vibe.
For this space, consider a washable rug option that you’re not afraid to dirty, and use anti-slip grips to keep it in place. Don’t be afraid to truly personalize your kitchen and make it a space that feels cozy, lived-in, and welcoming. Add some greenery, incorporate art, and showcase cups and plates that are special to you. “Designing for small spaces is all about being functional and smart,” Lund says. “Using all cupboard and shelf space appropriately and using depth space. We use clear stacking containers and bins that are properly labeled so each item has a home and is easy to find.”