Kitchen renovation is often a constant calibration between what you want and what the space allows you. However, there are some upgrades or added features you may consider if you want to create more space or organization systems for your kitchen utensils. If you want to make the most of your kitchen space and redesign the kitchen, it's time to trick out the cabinets, drawers and kitchen island with a few space-saving ideas.
Rethink the small corners and niches to create enough space and order in the kitchen cupboard or pantry. This can make your kitchen area feel fresh, organized and completely uncluttered thanks to thoughtful storage options. In this guide, we have some suggestions and examples that you can consider before undertaking a remodel.
Pull-out drawer under the kitchen sink
The space under the sink can be a Bermuda triangle. Store your things there at your own risk. A pull-out drawer can be a great solution in this regard to keep this usually messy part clean and tidy. When you redesign your kitchen, make it easier to find and grab any cleaning supplies or hand soaps you keep there.
Built-in trash can with drawer
A practical onebuilt-in waste containerunder the kitchen sink can also usually be very functional. After all, almost all of us may have one of these in our kitchen. Freestanding trash cans can also be a good option, but you'll need to customize them well. In the following example, however, we show a pull-out drawer cabinet with waste containers because this variant is even more functional and comfortable. The organization system has two deep wings in which the garbage and recycling bins are discreetly and conveniently placed.
Custom cutlery tray
You can certainly find and buy a suitable cutlery insert for a drawer made of wood, bamboo or with a lid at Ikea or other furniture stores. However, when you redesign your kitchen, you need to integrate it into the design and adapt it to your needs. This storage option can sometimes feel like a necessary luxury. With enough compartments that are qualitatively manufactured and processed, you can keep your kitchen utensils, cutlery or spices ready in a neatly divided drawer next to the sink.
Cabinets under the kitchen counter or countertop
A kitchen island can't just save space. In fact, their primary function should be to provide you with a larger work surface and better kitchen storage. Optimized versions have enough space and cabinets on each side, including where you may have installed seating. It is therefore advisable to utilize every square centimeter of potential storage space. You can create a storage wonderland in your own kitchen area by using shiplap cabinet doors, for example. These hide additional storage space for items that are rarely used.
Functional devices
Organizing your kitchen cupboard is not always an easy task. Modern kitchen equipment provides greater comfort and functionality at the same time, especially if you need to redesign a small kitchen. For example, instead of choosing a full version of the kitchen cabinet, you can focus on the essentials. Accordingly, limit yourself to only the kitchen equipment you need. Depending on your household, you can opt for devices that don't take up as much space but are still multifunctional.
Integrated kitchen appliances
A kitchen island with an integrated dishwasher on one side, which is built in the form of a drawer, would be a suitable variant, for example. Washing dishes in this way not only allows you to make optimal use of the space, but also preserves the simple design of the kitchen. In this way you also solve the problem with overhangs, such as large jars and pots. Furthermore, you avoid bending over, which could be a relief if you have back problems.
At the other end of the island there are two drawers that serve as cooling compartments. This makes preparing breakfast quick on a busy morning easy. These also provide enough additional cooling space for storing food that a family of several people consumes every day.
Use warming drawers
This may seem like an extravagance, but if you have multiple children to feed doing different activities, this makes meal planning much easier. Due to little ones' conflicting schedules, a warming drawer can become your trusty kitchen helper over time.
Walk-in pantry
Not every kitchen has space for a separate pantry, but if yours doesn't, a walk-in pantry can be a worthwhile investment. You can have these built in a suitable niche and equip them with, for example, wine glasses, durable products and free-standing cooking appliances.
A utility room
If you would like to include a laundry room in your kitchen planning, you can equip a suitable corner under the stairwell with brooms and other household items. You could possibly install two doors in the hallway next to the kitchen, behind which a broom cupboard could be hidden. With the right lighting you are well equipped for your daily routine.
Shelves without cabinet doors
When you redesign your kitchen, you're basically trying to incorporate something new into it. This is why you technically get oneKitchen without wall cupboardsno retrofitting. However, stylish furnishings without upper cabinets can also be a practical alternative.
Plus, you can significantly reduce the cost of more expensive kitchen storage while still keeping the room looking beautiful. Open kitchen shelves also keep your everyday kitchenware well organized, and glassware gives the kitchen area a light-filled and airy feel. In addition, with a shelf made of wood or stainless steel, you can store your cooking utensils within easy reach.
