Do you have a small, dated kitchen? Having a small kitchen doesn't mean you need to sacrifice style. Remodeling your kitchen can not only add to your home's value, it can give you additional storage and work space.
If you've been wondering how you can get the most out of your tiny kitchen, here are a series of design suggestions to help you get the maximum impact out of your kitchen remodeling project.

Small Kitchen Remodeling: Less is More

When you have a small kitchen, less really is more. One of the first steps in a successful remodeling project is putting function first. However, you should also keep size in mind. After all, you know you're going to need a sink, but by choosing a single instead of double bowl sink you'll have more countertop space for food preparation.

Be Cabinet-Savvy

Does your kitchen have lots of large cabinets that stretch to the ceiling? Oversized cabinets can make a small kitchen feel even smaller. As you plan your kitchen remodeling project, keep in mind that cabinets featuring open storage will make your kitchen feel larger.

Matching (And Mixing)

In small kitchens, it's important to make sure that all the materials used in the remodeling project work well together. One way to make your small space feel more unified is using fixtures and cabinet pulls that have the same style and color.

Remodeling from the Ground Up

In small kitchens, the right choice of flooring can make a big difference. One advantage of having a small kitchen is that you have less square footage to worry about so choosing a high end material such as granite tiles isn't necessarily going to be a remodeling budget-buster as it would be if the kitchen was larger. You can also give the illusion of more space based upon the pattern or style of flooring you choose.

Remodeling a small kitchen needn't mean sacrificing style.

Source

• 8 Ways to Make a Small Space Sizzle, HGTV

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AJ Fanter is a freelance writer based in Reno, NV.