7 Big Ideas for Small Kitchens and Baths
Make the Details Count and Your Small Space Will Shine
What adjectives come time mind when you think of a small space — cramped, claustrophobic, challenging? What comes to mind when you think of a small kitchen or bathroom — inconvenient, inaccessible, intolerable? The descriptions seem to get worse, don't they? This ideabook aims to reverse the negative connotations associated with small spaces by offering 7 smart ideas for making the best of each square foot. Whether you are living in 700 or 7,000 square feet, each tip is equally effective:
Raise the ceiling and a few eyebrows with a bold graphic stripe. A simple scheme of black and white brings big drama to this small bath. The stripes give the illusion of more height, while the feature wall adds interest and style.
Let the sunshine in. A bright, airy kitchen makes cooking feel less of a chore. If possible, forgo fussy window treatments and allow the focus to be on the outdoor view. Window access also provides ventilation when in cooking tight quarters.
Choose bathroom furniture that communicates your style. For someone who favors the zen approach to design, this rich wood vanity paired with a white bowl sink fits the bill.
Think big even in a small space. A full bath makes use of a space that otherwise would have been used for storage.
Repeat shapes for continuity. A simple, yet effective arched mirror echoes the shape of the vanity and gives a powder room a cohesive look.
Outfit your kitchen with attractive cookware. Proving to be as functional as the next, this petite kitchen allows everyday items to become part of the decor. A fiery red tea kettle and set of cookware adds spice to this modest kitchen. A simple spice rack above the stove top makes it convenient to cook a flavorful meal.
Take advantage of every nook and cranny. Slim and stunning, mosaic tile and a sculptural sink take this bath from practical to polished.
Here is the same bathroom from another angle. A curved walk-in shower is a pleasant and unexpected addition with storage to boot!
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