Just because you live in a compact apartment doesn’t mean your kitchen can’t be both stylish and practical. By making a few smart choices, you can design a stunning, functional area that truly feels like home.
1. Put Up Magnetic Strips
A magnetic strip can keep your knives tidy and clear up drawer space. This simple thing has been a game-changer in many of my small kitchen designs.
Give these a look:
- Wood Knife Holder: Clear up your drawers with this nice wood strip for easy knife access.
- Metal Knife Strip: Keep your kitchen tidy with this sleek metal strip for your knives.
- Wall-Mounted Knife Bar: Make your kitchen better with this wall-mounted knife bar.
2. Get Small Dining Options
A small table or bar area can fit perfectly in a tight space. I often say get folding tables if you sometimes have people over but need to save room.
Items that may come in handy:
- Fold-Away Dining Table: Make the most of your small space with a fold-away dining table, great for when you have guests.
- Small Bar Stools: Add extra seats with small bar stools that are easy to store when you don’t need them.
- Wall-Mounted Table: Make the most of your kitchen with a table that folds down from the wall, great for tight spots.
3. Get Unique Hardware
Changing your cabinet handles is a fast and easy way to update things. I often say get cool knobs or pulls to add a personal touch to plain cabinets.
A few choices to try:
- Colorful Cabinet Knobs: Add some life to your cabinets with these colorful knobs for a unique look.
- Hand-Painted Drawer Pulls: Make your kitchen your own with these hand-painted drawer pulls for a nice touch.
- Retro Knob Set: Make your cabinets better with these charming retro knob sets.
4. Use Mirrors to Make Space
Putting mirrors in the right spots can make your kitchen seem bigger. In my latest designs, mirrors help bounce light around, making everything brighter.
Might be a good match:
- Large Wall Mirror: Make your kitchen bigger and brighter with a stylish wall mirror.
- Fancy Framed Mirror: Add charm and light to your kitchen with a fancy framed mirror.
- Thin Full-Length Mirror: Make tight spaces feel bigger with a thin, full-length mirror.
5. Make a Coffee Spot
Having a special coffee spot can make your kitchen feel more special. I love making a cozy area with everything you need for your morning coffee.
Maybe worth checking out:
- Small Coffee Maker: Make the perfect cup every morning with this small coffee maker, great for tight spaces.
- Wood Coffee Cart: Keep your coffee stuff organized with this stylish wood cart, great for any spot.
- Fairy Lights: Add a warm glow to your coffee spot with some charming fairy lights.
6. Add Some Art
Putting up art in the kitchen makes it more personal. I like using strong prints or family pictures to make the space your own.
A few relevant products:
- Colorful Photo Frames: Make your kitchen brighter with these colorful frames for your favorite photos and prints.
- Bold Art Prints: Turn your kitchen into a gallery with cool abstract prints. Show off your style today!
- Custom Photo Collage: Add a personal touch with a photo collage. Show off your best memories in your kitchen.
7. Use Vertical Storage
Use your wall space with hooks and racks to clear up your counters. In my Denver place, hanging up pots and tools made my kitchen more organized and stylish.
These products might help:
- Wall-Mounted Pot Hanger: Save counter room and show off your pots with this strong wall hanger.
- Hanging Tool Rack: Keep your cooking tools handy and neat with this hanging rack.
- Tough Metal Kitchen Hooks: Use your walls to hang pots and pans with these sturdy metal hooks.
8. Put Down a Stylish Rug
A pretty rug can bring coziness and texture to your kitchen. I always say pick a style that matches your colors to really bring the room together.
Possibly helpful picks:
- Bright Geo Kitchen Carpet: Make your kitchen brighter with a geo rug that goes great with its rustic style.
- Desert Inspired Floor Covering: Make your space warmer with a desert-style rug, full of strong colors and cool designs.
- Retro Inspired Long Rug: Add some retro vibes to your kitchen with a cool runner, perfect for a bit of fancy flair.
9. Play with Wallpaper
Temporary wallpaper is a great way to add patterns and style if you’re renting. I love using strong designs to make one wall really stand out.
Some handy options:
- Geo Temporary Wallpaper: Change your kitchen with this geo pattern that adds style and personality.
- Easy Stick Backsplash: Make your kitchen backsplash better with easy-to-apply tiles for a chic look.
- Retro Pattern Paper: Add a touch of retro style to your kitchen with this easy-to-use paper.
10. Hang Plants for Freshness
Hanging plants makes your kitchen feel alive and fresh. I think herbs or small potted plants are both useful and cute.
Products that could assist:
- Woven Plant Hangers: Make your kitchen look better with stylish woven hangers. Easy to hang any small plant.
- Hanging Herb Pots: Grow fresh herbs in your kitchen with these easy hanging pots.
- Ceiling Plant Hooks: Hang your favorite plants safely with these strong ceiling hooks. Perfect for making your kitchen look better.
11. Add a Pop of Color
Adding a bit of bright color can make your kitchen feel more alive. Think about painting one wall or getting colorful things to lift the mood.
You might give these a try:
- Bright Kitchen Jars: Add charm with colorful jars, great for keeping things while making your kitchen look better.
- Bright Geo Rug: Add some energy with a bright kitchen rug, making your space more colorful and comfy.
- Colorful Art Prints: Make your kitchen walls better with lively art prints, an easy way to brighten things up.
12. Mix Different Materials
Mixing different materials and feels adds some depth and interest. I love putting wood together with metal bits for a look that’s modern but still cozy.
Consider these options:
- Wood and Metal Chairs: Make your space better with these chic wood and metal bar chairs for a modern touch.
- Factory Style Hanging Lights: Light up your kitchen with factory-style pendant lights, mixing rustic and modern looks.
- Metal and Wood Shelves: Make your decor better with metal and wood shelves for added style and storage.
13. Try Glass Cabinets
Switching regular cabinet doors for glass ones can make things feel more open. I’ve seen this trick really work in small projects, making the space look bigger.
Try these:
- Glass Cabinet Doors: Make your kitchen feel more open with these stylish glass cabinet doors.
- Glass Shelf Pieces: Make a light and airy display by adding glass shelves to your cabinets.
- Cabinet Lighting: Light up your glass cabinets with stylish lights for a bright and inviting space.
14. Try Open Shelving
Having open shelves is an amazing way to maximize your space and show off your nicest cookware. In my own kitchen, taking off a few cabinet doors completely changed the feel, making it more open and personalized.
A few helpful options:
- Deluxe Wooden Shelves: Change your kitchen’s vibe with sleek wooden shelves perfect for showing off your items. Super easy to put up.
- Vibrant Pottery Dish Collection: Make your shelves pop with a bright ceramic dish collection. Tough and trendy.
- See-Through Pantry Containers: Keep your pantry organized with see-through glass containers. Perfect for a clean, airy kitchen vibe.
15. Use Bright Colors
Using bright and light colors can make a small kitchen feel bigger and more welcoming. In my projects, a new coat of paint often does wonders to open things up.
Possibly handy products:
- Sunny Kitchen Floor Covering: Put down a sunny rug to instantly lift your kitchen with warm and inviting colors.
- Colorful Wall Decor: Add some fun wall art to bring color and charm to your kitchen.
- Lively Dinnerware Set: Spruce up your kitchen with a lively dish set that adds some color and style.
