How to Arrange a Small Kitchen: 13 Tips

On how to arrange a small but comfortable and functional space, we tell together with designers.

Nadja Kapper: "Use the space under the window"

A window sill countertop is an excellent solution for a small kitchen. Just don't forget to ensure air circulation — install a grille in the kitchen baseboard and make a slot in the window sill. The back wall of the cabinet should be hinged so you can access the radiator if needed.

Marina Sarkisyan: "Decorate the kitchen in dark tones"

This will add depth to the space and visually expand it.
By the way, there's an excellent lifehack for everyone who doesn't have the opportunity to install lower cabinets 60 cm deep with a full-size cooktop. Install a cooktop with two burners and turn it parallel to the wall.
If there's no room for a microwave oven on a small kitchen, install one in a wall cabinet with convection oven function.

Yana Saharevich: "Choose only what you need"

Take ergonomics into account. Arrange the kitchen unit and appliances so everything is within reach and nothing gets in the way. Think about what you'll definitely use. Perhaps a toaster or juicer you've dreamed of will just take up space.

Victoria Zolina: "Do without upper cabinets"

Or mix them with open shelves — this trick looks great in small spaces. That way your kitchen will look much more spacious, light, and cozy.
Another lifehack — try covering the wall above the apron with artificially aged mirrors. They add volume and play of light to the room.

Checklist: How to decorate a small kitchen?

Plan the interior of your kitchen and its contents in advance. Arrange the kitchen unit and appliances so everything is within reach. Don't be afraid of dark shades — they add depth to the space. Use mirrors in finishing — they visually expand the space. Do without upper cabinets or mix them with open shelves. Extend the countertop onto the windowsill, just don't forget about air circulation. If there's little space, turn the cooktop with two burners parallel to the wall. Install a microwave oven with convection function in a wall cabinet.

Design: Zi-Design Interiors

Storage solutions for a small kitchen: another 6 tips

Use hooks and rails to save space

Box dividers help keep things organized

Corner shelves are an essential item for a small kitchen

Use the inside of cabinet doors

Or hang a perforated panel — you can store anything there, not just in the kitchen

And don't forget about narrow sliding drawers — they take up minimal space and are barely noticeable in the interior