Compact and Well Planned
by Tracy Walker, Callum Walker Interiors
Many of the kitchens you see in glossy magazines are able to take advantage of spacious rooms but not everyone has that luxury. Lack of space however does not have to be restrictive. Here are some hints which help to make the best of even the smallest of spaces.
- Try to keep the choice of furniture as light as possible to prevent the feeling of the room closing in and introduce finishes such as Stainless Steel and Glass which can help
- Reflect the light. Adding good lighting, in particular under cabinet lighting
- removes dark corners from the room and provides illumination while working in the kitchen.
It is worth investing in some innovative storage solutions as these make the best of limited spaces. Cabinets and corner units which pull out into the room allow every inch to be used.
In a small space, storage that is inconvenient and hard to utilise makes everyday life a chore. Floor space itself may be restricted but there could be the possibility of taking advantage of the ceiling height of the room.
Wall cabinets are available in 3 sizes up to 900mm without having to pay a premium for a bespoke product. This can equate to the same a adding an additional wall cabinet or two to the room. The same principle can be applied when work surface space is limited. By increasing the depth of the surface it creates the illusion of space and provides more room to cook or prepare.
So with a bit of planning, the best things really can come in small packages.
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