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8 Ways to Make a Small Kitchen Sizzle

By Mark McCauley, ASID

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2. Open it up
« 1. Downsize it | 3. Mix up the materials »
Tiny kitchens can feel claustrophobic when overhead cabinets are towering over your head in tight spaces. Many cooks can’t reach what’s in them (and there’s not a lot of room for a step stool or ladder), and the overall feeling is boxy and closed in. If you can get organized enough (see Small-Space Storage Secrets, direction TK), trade the top cupboards for open storage. Consider shelving, pot racks, and magnetic knife or spice holders instead. Not only will your kitchen look more spacious, it’s a great way to show off your favorite dishes or shiny pots and pans—even artwork.

In this Washington, D.C. apartment designed by Andreas Charalambous, the kitchen was treated as an extension of the living/entertainment areas, not simply as a service area. The upper cabinets visible from the living room were removed and artwork from the owner's collection was displayed instead, extending the art gallery feel of the living room into the kitchen.



1. Downsize it

2. Open it up

3. Mix up the materials

4. Look into it

5. Light it up


6. Get floored

7. Color it big

8. Go for the cozy
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