14 New Life Hacks for Your Kitchen

Thinking about how to make your kitchen even more convenient and functional? We have 14 fresh ideas that will help you organize, add coziness, improve space organization, and, of course, make cooking easier.

Functional Niche

A niche near the stove or sink is a functional and practical solution that helps keep the essentials within easy reach.

Stylish and Practical Apron

A metal or glass apron can be an excellent choice for those who value simple and practical solutions but are tired of tiles.

Appliances on Display

Modern manufacturers strive to make household appliances as stylish as possible. That’s why, choosing appliances in a minimalist design, there’s no point in «hiding» them. We like the new premium microwave LG NeoChef. The modern design is due to a glossy front surface combined with a matte body and a door made of solid tempered glass without frames and joints, while the convenience in use is provided by a rounded hidden handle.

Don’t be afraid to go for freestanding models: unlike built-in ones, they leave space for changes – in case you want to alter the layout of your kitchen or refresh the interior.

Moreover, some manufacturers, aiming to offer a perfectly fitting design for your interior, release the same model in several variations.

For example, the LG NeoChef microwave is available in different colors and with various door options – choosing a suitable and stylish solution for your kitchen will not be difficult.

Contrasts

Is your kitchen too light and monochrome? This problem is easily solved by adding a contrasting tone in moderation to the setting.

The more obvious the contrast, the more striking the effect. Dark chairs with a light table in the dining area, white kitchen cabinet with a black apron, chrome appliances on a monochrome background... Choose a solution that highlights the desired area, adds graphic elements and eliminates the feeling of excessive airiness.

Sponge Shelf

An aesthetic way to store cloths, sponges, brushes, and other necessary items (but not particularly stylish-looking) is a shelf under the sink.

Using Specific Room Features

The best way to work with flaws is to turn them into strengths. A wall-mounted load-bearing column? Make it a bright decorative accent. An irregular room shape? Use this feature for clear zoning. A wall niche? Set up a pantry or coffee bar in it.

Corner Cornice

A compromise solution for those who don’t want to sacrifice comfort or natural lighting. A corner cornice allows hanging stylish curtains while keeping the window unshaded.

Bar Counter Instead of a Table

If you already have a full dining room in your apartment, you can confidently give up the breakfast zone in favor of a bar counter. This is a more practical, modern, and compact solution.

Abandoning Wall-mounted Cabinets

Modern designers have been advocating for reducing the number of wall-mounted cabinets or replacing them with open shelves for quite some time. However, if space allows, you can completely do away with any additional wall storage systems.

Of course, this advice is unlikely to be useful for owners of small kitchens, but happy owners of larger kitchens can visually raise the ceiling, avoid the feeling of cluttered space, and make their interior more minimalist.

Different Chairs

Different chairs for the dining group – a stylish solution. It’s best to choose various chair models in a unified style and color – or, conversely, stop on one model in different color variants. This approach will prevent the interior from becoming boring and overly strict, adding a rebellious note.

Easy-to-Replace Decoration

Modern interiors are becoming increasingly mobile and ready for changes. That’s why easy-to-change decoration is a logical trend. This could be a shelf for pictures and photos, a string for hanging inspiring shots and sketches, or a magnetic board.

On the kitchen, this approach also has additional practical applications: at the visible place, you can easily place a needed recipe or shopping list.

Chopping Boards Within Reach

Chopping boards – what we use most on the kitchen. That’s why they should be within reach – as an option, in a special open shelf.

Range Hood Built into the Worktop

Another solution that owes its popularity to the trend toward minimalism – a range hood built into the worktop. It allows you to do without bulky hanging structures, and is particularly relevant near cooktops built into the kitchen island.

Coffee Bar

A home coffee bar is a real necessity for coffee lovers. Besides, placing everything you need in one place is a practical move.