9 Clever Tricks to Make Your Small Kitchen Design Look Spacious

Exasperated every time you walk into your cramped kitchen? Worry not! You can still stretch this small space. Our interior designers give clever, easy solutions for your small kitchen design:

Small Kitchen Design Tip #1: Golden Triangle

The golden triangle rule is one of the most important factors for your small kitchen design.

“Remember to have your hob, refrigerator and sink fall within the lines of a triangle. This ensures ease of access and enough space , especially in a parallel kitchen, for two people to work without bumping into each other.“

– Twisha Thakker Kothari, Mumbai

Small Kitchen Design Tip #2: Dousing in neutrals

Light colors cast a peaceful aura, while giving the kitchen an expansive feel. Not just that, neutrals can be effortlessly combined with a wide range of colors so the possibilities are endless!

“You could add white on cabinets, countertops, walls and ceiling to create a seamless, roomy space. Layer it with several shades of white or pair with a contrasting texture to ensure it doesn’t look mundane.”
– Akshatha Suresh, Bengaluru

“I always use neutrals to create a wide, spacious look. To jazz things up, I pick colored laminates or add interesting dimensions with tiles, black boards or even stylish handles on shutters.”
– Twisha Thakker Kothari, Mumbai

Small Kitchen Design Tip #3: Visual tricks with cabinets

Don’t look at your kitchen cabinets from a purely functional standpoint, use these tricks to style them and expand your line of vision.

“Choose ceiling-high cabinets. It will add height by drawing your eyes upward, and you get more storage too.”
– Avneet Kaur Hanspal, Mumbai

“Use glass doors to add depth. However, if you must have a few solid doors for privacy, then choose recessed panels to create stylish, subtle shadows.”
– Akshatha Suresh, Bengaluru

Small Kitchen Design Tip #4: Modular storage is a god-send

From wire baskets to magic corners, modular kitchen accessories help keep small kitchens organised.

“Invest in modular storage to make every inch of your counter count. Install a cabinet at a dead corner to conceal coffeemakers, toasters and other small appliances.”
– Gwyneth Dias, Mumbai

“Smart storage can really make life simple. For tight spaces, use a slim pullout pantry, so that items in the back are just as easily accessible as the ones in the front.”
– Radhika Thirani, New Delhi

Small Kitchen Design Tip #5: Make It Bright and Airy

If you are building a kitchen from scratch, then use this handy tip to break the boundaries of a traditional kitchen.

“Do away with walls and go for an open kitchen. The counter can be used for preparing meals as well as for dining. This not only ups kitchen aesthetics but also magnifies its openness and encourages socialising during meal times”
– Radhika Thirani, New Delhi

Alternatively, you can incorporate large windows or at least ensure existing windows have minimum coverings and let in plenty of natural light.

Kitchen Interiors Tip #6: The Efficiency of U Shape

The U-shaped kitchen is one of the most convenient kitchen types when your available space is less. This shape fits in a large amount of storage, cabinetry and countertop space within a small area. This helps to keep things organised and clutter-free. 

Kitchen Interiors Tip #7: Clean Horizontal Lines

We all know that horizontal lines make a space look wider. So, if you want to create the illusion of space in your small kitchen design, choose designs that use horizontal lines. For instance, wallpapers with rectangular designs are a great way to make your space look larger.

Kitchen Interiors Tip #8: Smart Flooring Tricks

If you want to make your kitchen look larger, focus on the flooring. Depending upon the design, your floor can make the kitchen look more spacious. Tiles with too much of design can make the space look cluttered. So, opt for flooring designs that are clean and minimal. 

Kitchen Interiors Tip #9: Use the Vertical Space With Open Shelves

When space is less, vertical spaces will come to your rescue. Invest in wall-mounted cabinets to ensure ample storage without taking up too much space. Also, opt for open cabinets instead of closed ones. Open cabinets create the illusion of space and make the kitchen look large and airy. 

Use these tips to transform your small kitchen into a commodious yet cozy haven that will make whipping meals a delightful experience.

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