It can’t be doubted that we spend a lot of time in the kitchen. Not only for cooking but also for enjoying the meal. Even we do the cleaning every day in the kitchen at least to wash the glass. That is why we call the kitchen as the heart of the house. It is clear how important the existence of a kitchen in the house is. However, what if you have a lack of space and there is only a small space left for the kitchen? How should we decorate the kitchen?
Well, basically, a small space can still be able to fulfill your need for a kitchen. But, you have to focus on the function when decorating it. You should go first for the function before the style. No need to worry because you can still have the aesthetic one by implementing some decoration tricks in dealing with a small space. However, the point is that you should be careful and decrease your ego so that you can consider the function first. You have to make sure that all the things you need for the kitchen can be provided there. Besides, you should also make the space not to be seen as crowded so that you should organize everything well.
In decorating a small kitchen space, we have some advice that you can follow. The advice will be surely adjusted with the main issue, in this case, the limited space. You can consider following the ideas based on your space condition, your needs, your taste, and the harmonious aspect of the whole house decoration concept that you have.
1. Applying Neutral Color
It is already known that neutral colors will help you deal with the small space decoration. The colors won’t be too heavy and won’t make the room look narrow. However, you should also choose the right neutral colors which are the bright ones. Let’s say that you can have the white, ivory, or beige. Don’t use black or dark grey because that will be too heavy for a small space.
This kitchen uses white color as the scheme. It makes the kitchen look clean and not crowded. The spotting pattern is added there so as not to make the decoration look boring. White Neutral Color from @dwra.lazaridou
You can still use the grey color just like what we can see in this kitchen. However, you should choose a bright light so that it won’t make the room look narrow and heavy. Light Grey Neutral Color from @home_across_the_swale
2. Implementing Minimalism
Minimalism is the best thing you can apply to the small space decoration including for the kitchen. No need to worry about being boring because minimalist can also be aesthetic. If you think that the design performance will be too boring, you can simply add a pop of color there that will be enough and proper to bring the beauty.
Basically, all of the basic furniture and interior items provided there have minimalist characteristics. It is then added with warm touches by putting a Boho rug in a neutral color, padded pad, and sisal table runner. It will be great for you who think that minimalism is a bit boring. Warm Touch from @lxhomedecor
If you don’t have any problem with minimalism, this one will be great for you. Look at how sleek and clean this kitchen impression is. There is limited detail and nothing will be too crowded. Sleek Minimal from @tomarchiodesigns
3. Minimum Detail Lighting
The lighting will be an important thing in the kitchen. It will be surely needed so that you can do your activity there well. You will deal with the knives, scissors, and other sharp items in the kitchen so you should install the proper ones. In this case, we recommend you install the minimal detail lighting. It is important so that the room won’t be seen as crowded. The simpler the design you have, the better and wider room impression you get.
Even when the pendant has a detail that is in line with texture, it doesn’t see too much on the wall because of its material. It uses clear glass material that makes the lighting a bright simple, and clean impression. Even more, the line texture on the lamp can bring an aesthetic look. Clear Glass Pendant from @homeatspringbank
White is the recommended color for the small space decoration. This concept can also be great for the lighting. Look at how the white pendant works really well without making the decoration overwhelming. White Pendant from @studiodearborn
4. Right Size Kitchen Island
It can’t be doubted that the existence of a kitchen island is important for a kitchen. If you have a small home space, you can even use the kitchen island to be a dining table at once. You can put the meal there and enjoy the food with your family. For a small kitchen space, just make sure to choose the right size of the kitchen island. It should be balanced with the countertop area and don’t ever make the kitchen island limiting your movement in the kitchen.
The connected kitchen island is the one that is in one set with the kitchen countertop. It can be an effective and efficient one which is perfect for a small kitchen space. Even the size is already being adjusted with the size of the countertop. Connected Kitchen Island from @interiors.and.diys
The round kitchen island is recommended for a small kitchen space. It is because the shape will allow you to have more space to move. The indentation lets you get a great space left and let you move more flexibly. Round Kitchen Island from @interiors.and.diys
5. Utilizing the Space Above the Kitchen Cabinet
Just check on your kitchen cabinet! Is there any space left between the kitchen cabinet and the ceiling? I’m pretty sure that we all have it in our kitchen. It can be the best additional space for you to store things. Since it is a little bit high, you can put things that are rarely used.
This kitchen cabinet has a space on its top part and it is utilized to store things that are rarely being used. There are also photographs and a vase of greenery to beautify the decoration. It can be such a smart way to beautify the decoration without using the space around the kitchen area. Top Part Kitchen Cabinet from @apartmenttherapy
Utilizing the top part of the kitchen cabinet can be done by adding some baskets there. It will be useful not to make the space look crowded as it will be more organized. Especially if the items you want to store are small ones, then we recommend you use the baskets. Baskets for Additional Storage from @oak_furniture_land
6. Install Some Additional Storage/Rack
The additional storage or rack can be installed on the door of the kitchen cabinet. Or, you can have it on the side of the kitchen cabinet wall. It will also be possible to hang some hooks beside the refrigerator or whatever it is. This idea will be really flexible, you can install ones based on your kitchen decoration conditions.
Adding racks on your cabinet door is a smart way to add space to store your spices. Look at how everything is well organized, neat, and clean. It is such a must for you to have it. Additional Rack from @klk.interiors
This idea is really great since you don’t only get the additional storage under the kitchen island but you can also hide the stools so that the space can be wider. The impression will also be neat and organized. Kitchen Island Additional Storage from @theshakerworkshop
