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Having a small space might limit many things but certainly not creativity. Many designers are making strides in developing small spaces for sustainability and functionality.

A kitchen is a place where most people gather for food preparation or conversations. There are more techniques to spice up your kitchen with these new design trends, even with limited space.

Awesome Small Kitchen Design Trends

#1 Make It as the Center Point

When you reside in a small house, the kitchen is usually the first thing that people see. Making it the focus of your design will help make it look more significant and appear more spacious than it is.

One excellent way of doing it is through the use of creative lighting. Focusing the light on a particular area will naturally cast a spotlight on said space. You might also want to highlight a focal point for people to notice. An excellent example of such is an art piece such as painting, sculpture, and others. It can be an effective conversation starter for visiting guests.

#2 Go Minimal

Since you have limited space, you must carefully divide the available area. Utilizing every inch available with well-thought considerations will allow you to fit everything like a puzzle. The best approach is through a minimalistic design because it consumes less space and provides a more aesthetic feel to the room.

Consider using fewer furniture and other decorative items. Instead, rely on color, lighting, and textures to emphasize the feeling of refinement in the area. You may also use small size appliances to conserve more room for other use. 

#3 Add More Mirrors

Mirrors are excellent in making a space look expansive. The technique is to angle it in a way that will give the illusion of depth. Mirrors can reflect any light source, making an area appear brighter. Ideally, you can place a mirror near a window to reflect the outdoors. 

Glass tabletops, wall mirrors, and mirrored cabinet doors, will help to free up your space.

#4 Consider Color Combinations

Walls with bright or light colors reflect more light, making a place feel spacious while maximizing natural light. Dark colors absorb light and make spaces feel smaller. Accent walls create an area that appears more extensive. It offers a splash of color to the room without becoming too dominating.

Use soft tones like off-white, greens, and blues. Another trick is to utilize a lighter hue for your wall trim and moldings. It will make the walls appear to be further back.

#5 Use Innovative Furniture and Fixtures

Choosing the appropriate furniture is critical to making a room appear larger. Utilize multi-functional furnishings, such as a trunk that functions as a tabletop, a couch bed, or a bed frame with storage drawers. 

Expanding, folding, and nesting tables are fantastic choices that you can store away when not in use. They can allow light to filter through the furnishings, making the space appear larger and more open.

#6 Incorporating Art

You need to bring life into each area of your building, and the best way to achieve that is with art. It won't matter how small your kitchen is because you can hang art on the walls, countertops, and even ceilings. You have the choice to add one or two art pictures on the wall if you still want to keep the minimalist vibe. 

Make sure you find art that goes well with your kitchen's color palette to prevent it from becoming an eyesore. It's not a good feeling to cook or eat food in the kitchen peacefully while a bright and out-of-place painting is always catching your attention. 

#7 Adding a Cabinet or Counter Depth Refrigerator

Freeing up more space within your kitchen lets you create a less cluttered space since you can move around quickly. In most cases, appliances like refrigerators take up a lot of space in the kitchen, so you might need to replace it with another one that saves more space. One way to achieve that is by buying a cabinet or counter depth refrigerator. 

They are the best options if you want to hide them effectively within the kitchen. The cabinet depth refrigerator can fit under countertop cabinets, a great place to store small foods, such as fruits and vegetables. The counter-depth refrigerator can also hide effectively if you only want the fridge doors sticking out. 

#8 Floor-to-Ceiling Tiles

One other small kitchen design you should consider is installing floor-to-ceiling tiles. You can expect that many guests and visitors will turn their heads whenever they see the kitchen tiles you installed. You can go for the classic white tiles if you have natural, cool colors. 

Another tip when installing floor-to-ceiling tiles is positioning them vertically to give the illusion of elevated kitchen space, thus giving you an expanded appearance. 

Additional Tips

Here are some concepts that you might consider:

Make Use of Hidden Spaces

There are spaces that you might use as storage to avoid too much clutter. Some owners are fond of using secret installations that add a layer of protection and convenience for storing items. Suppose you don't have some space anywhere. In that case, you can install a fire-rated access door security installation that you can use as a secret storing space.

Optimize the Furniture Arrangements

Sometimes it's not the pieces of furniture but their arrangement that is a problem. Putting all your necessities within a tiny room is like fitting all puzzle pieces into one square. Adjust your furnishings size to fit the space. Consider placing bulkier furniture against the walls to make the room appear expansive and avoid obstructing paths. 

These designs will succeed with the advice of a licensed professional who has an excellent track record. You can also contact multiple experts so that you have different opinions and widen your choices. The more choices you have, the better you can create a unique kitchen design. If you're still deciding, reach out to a reputable expert who can manifest your ideas.