Before and After Kitchens

Small Kitchens: 8 Design Ideas to Try

Whether you have a galley in a high-rise or a small space in a suburban cape, these decorating ideas will help you visually expand the look of your small kitchen.

By Mark McCauley, ASID
Filed under: Kitchens

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Go for Glass

One of the easiest ways to visually expand a kitchen is to incorporate glass. Try a glass counter or tabletop, tile, door cabinets or kitchen doors that lead to the outside world or to the next room. Mirrors, in a backsplash or strategically placed around a room, or pass-through windows into the next room, also lighten up the look.