15 witty ways to maximize space in a small kitchen

It seems like you've already tried everything possible, yet there's still not enough space on your small kitchen? We've prepared 15 fresh hacks that really help make the space more open and comfortable.

Storage on cabinet doors

The back side of kitchen cabinet doors is perfect for storing lids, cutting boards, and other relatively flat items.

Hooks on cabinet sides

The side walls of cabinets can also be made to work! They're great for storing cutting boards, utensils, and small kitchen tools.

Organizing space under the sink

Space under the sink is ideal for storing household chemicals, brushes, gloves. The key is to organize it wisely, and hooks, shelves, organizers, and rails can help.

Compact appliances

Every housewife will find a stove, oven, dishwasher, refrigerator, and other household helpers useful on the kitchen. How to fit everything? Choose compact, narrow models.

Still, base your choice on personal needs: for example, a small refrigerator won’t suit a large family. It’s better to move it into an adjacent corridor or connect the balcony, than suffer regularly from lack of storage space for food.

Don’t deny yourself daily household convenience. For a narrow dishwasher, for example, you can find space even on the tiniest kitchen: manufacturers offer compact and even mini-sized models.

By the way, a dishwasher saves not only your time and effort but also water! Modern models consume electricity very economically.

Folding chairs and table

Replacing a bulky dining area with folding chairs and a table can save a lot of additional space on a small kitchen.

Extendable table

Another option is an extendable table. For example, there are models that 'hide' in the cabinet, shelf, or utility closet.

Magnetic shelf

You can hang not only magnets from trips on the refrigerator, but also convenient magnetic mini-shelves. These are perfect for storing small and not too heavy items: for example, spice jars or containers with cookies, nuts, and dried fruits.

Dividers in drawers

The better your storage is organized, the more kitchenware will fit in your drawers and shelves. Dividers help avoid clutter.

Extendable organizer

Pots, kettles, and pans can usually be stacked neatly. However, finding the right item and returning it to its place after use can sometimes be quite inconvenient. Consider special extendable organizers for shelves that save your time and space.

Hooks under shelves

It's stylish and convenient to store cups with hooks under wall-mounted shelves. Especially useful for those who like to display their beautiful dishes or want to show off a mini-cup collection.

Extendable corner drawers

It’s no secret that extendable drawers help organize storage much more efficiently. The corner variant is a real find.

Organizer for microwave

If the space above your standalone microwave is empty, consider special shelf-organizers designed for this purpose.

Storage in window frame

When you've squeezed out of your small kitchen everything that could possibly be squeezed, including space above the door and window sills, and there's still not enough room… The window frame will come to the rescue! You can place open shelves there, for example.

Of course, this advice won’t suit a dark space where every ray of sunlight counts. But if there’s plenty of natural light in the kitchen, why not?

Accessories for wall shelves

If you're a fan of open storage and have many wall-mounted shelves in your small kitchen, special accessories can make them even more functional and spacious.

Moving the dining area outside the kitchen

If even a compact folding table and folding chairs don’t allow you to create a comfortable dining area on a tiny kitchen, move it to other rooms: the living room, a heated balcony, or an adjacent corridor.

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