Are you cursed with a small space? Use these 3 simple tricks to maximize your kitchen today!
The kitchen is one of the most high-traffic rooms in the house. Add a dash of summer entertaining to the mix and you could find yourself overwhelmed with clutter and lack of space to prepare for a dinner party or family barbeque.
Whether you live in a 1-bedrrom apartment or a big family home, today we’ll walk you through 3 space-saving tricks that will make even the most-cluttered kitchens feel roomier:
Maximize Your Kitchen Space – Tip #1: Ditch The Dining Table
While it’s true that oversized modern dining tables are on trend, it doesn’t necessarily mean you should try squeezing one into your kitchen.
Every space is different, and choosing the proper dining table is vital when trying to maximize your kitchen space.
If you have a small family, opting for a round dining table is a good idea. Squared and rectangular edges tend to take up more space, while rounder tables make it easier to tuck into a corner to maximize floor space.
If you’re single or live with a partner, we say ditch the dining table altogether and opt for the Apollo 3-Piece Table Set With Shelf.
Use dual functioning furniture in tighter spaces.
Table and shelf combos are ideal for two people who enjoy an intimate breakfast in the morning but like to entertain at night.
The 4-tier shelf is great for storing dishes and kitchen supplies, while the stem glass hangar makes serving champagne that much easier.
Since it takes up minimal space, you can place hors d’oeuvres on the top surface, let your guests mingle around the kitchen and saunter into the living room to enjoy the rest of the evening.
Maximize Your Kitchen Space – Tip #2: Contain Kitchen Clutter
Clutter is the biggest culprit when it comes to lack of kitchen space. Between extra dishes, endless Tupperware and random knick-knacks that end up on your counters, we tend to shove things into drawers and cupboards without even thinking about them.
Unfortunately this doesn’t solve your clutter problem; it just tucks it out of sight so that you forget about it—Until you decide to throw a family dinner party and can’t remember where anything is.
Rule #1: Take time to de-clutter your kitchen.
We know it’s not exactly a trick, but it’s a job you should tackle at least once per season to keep organized.
Once you’ve created a sense of organization, choose a storage piece that !nspires you to banish your kitchen clutter. Make sure it’s a beautiful piece that you want to display; this way you won’t be tempted to throw random magazines or extra clutter on top.
The Olana Cabinet in Grey is a perfect place to store your extra kitchen pieces while displaying beautiful accessories that make your kitchen feel special. Think of it as a reward for tackling your first big declutter of the season!
Storage can be functional AND beautiful.
Maximize Your Kitchen Space – Tip #3: Tucked Away Seating
Sometimes it’s not the kitchen table—but the chairs—that take up valuable space in the kitchen.
If you have a kitchen island, opt for seating that can be tucked underneath like the Devan Adjustable Stool in Antique Silver. This beautiful industrial stool makes a statement in any kitchen, big or small, without occupying too much square-footage.
Adjustable features makes it easy to lower your stool’s height and tuck it away for extra space.
Having the option to tuck your stool under your kitchen island frees up valuable floor space so your guests and family can mingle around your kitchen with ease and pull out a seat as they see fit.
If you don’t have a kitchen island, 2-legged chair designs like this one make a great addition to modern dining tables and feel less bulky than 4-legged options.
Whichever style you choose, be mindful when selecting your chairs and take space into consideration before pulling out your wallet.
What’s YOUR best trick for maximizing space in your small kitchen? We’d love to hear your suggestions in the comments below!