Custom Appliances and Custom Built Ins

Homeowners with small kitchens sometimes think that the only way to enjoy more space would be to knock down walls and expand the size of the room itself.  However, it’s possible to enjoy a larger kitchen even without having to make major changes to its overall size.  Often, what makes a smaller kitchen cramped is an inefficent use of space.

A key way to broaden the space in your kitchen is to invest in high quality custom cabinetry and make other customized design alterations.  Small space kitchens with custom appliances and custom built ins can have a stylish appearance and offer a much more efficient use of space.  Because the designs are customized, you’ll be getting a personalized kitchen, with the design adapted to your home.

The following are some tips for improving the efficiency and attractiveness of your small kitchen:

• Installing some niches, or recessed spaces, in the walls, where you can display beautiful tableware or vases, or keep certain appliances such as a microwave or coffee maker.
• Constructing a well-designed island.  With the right configuration of cabinets, drawers, and shelves, an island will increase the space available for storage and food preparation.  You can also install some key kitchen appliances or fixtures in an island, including the sink.
• Selecting an efficient cabinetry layout and design.  With customized cabinets, you can adapt the layout of the cabinetry to your kitchen, making use of all the available space.  You’ll also benefit from more space within each cabinet.  Cabinets and drawers can be built with organizers and dividers, so that the items you have in storage are readily accessible and arranged efficiently.  Other custom cabinets features include Lazy Susans that allow you to access items deeper in the cabinet, and retractable appliances, such as ironing board that can fold out of a kitchen drawer.
• Designing features that make optimal use of narrow spaces or gaps.  Even in a relatively slender space, you can install something like a sliding spice rack, or a retractable cutting board or countertop surface that can be tucked away when it isn’t in use.

With custom features, your kitchen will be less cluttered and appear larger.  The space you have now may be sufficient for your needs, if you design your kitchen well.  Contact us to discuss enhancing the beauty and storage efficiency of your small kitchen; with personalized design choices and professional advice, your kitchen will become a haven.