Storage that reaches
Take the wall cabinets to the ceiling, replace lower doors with deep drawers, and use the toe kick, the corner, and the end of a run. A tall pantry cabinet can replace a row of wall cabinets and hold more.
Small & galley kitchens
A smaller kitchen.
A bigger possibility.
Good design belongs in everyday kitchens. Make a galley, an apartment kitchen, or a compact family kitchen feel more considered, with changes that make the most of its size.
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Make every inch
earn its place.
A small kitchen doesn’t always need a bigger footprint. Cabinets to the ceiling, drawers instead of doors, a counter-depth refrigerator, lighting under the wall cabinets, and a palette that stays quiet can add more working room than knocking out a wall. When a wall does come out, the clearances matter more, not less.
Clearances that work
A galley needs room for two people to pass and for the oven and dishwasher doors to open at once. Appliance sizes are decided first because they set every dimension; a counter-depth fridge alone can give back the aisle.
A lighter feeling
Lighting under the wall cabinets, a pale counter, a backsplash that runs to the ceiling, and one open shelf where a cabinet would crowd the window can make a compact room feel twice as open.
Picture the possibilities
A little inspiration.
A clearer vision.
Find the colors, materials, and details you’re drawn to. Use our kitchen inspiration gallery to start a conversation about your own space.
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Before you begin
A few good questions.
Can I improve a small kitchen without changing the layout?
Yes. Refacing or repainting the cabinets, new counters, better lighting, and drawer storage in place of shelves can make a significant difference while keeping the plumbing, gas, and electrical where they are.
Is an island possible in a small kitchen?
Only when there is clearance on every side for people, doors, and drawers; most galleys do not have it. A peninsula, a rolling cart, or a wider counter on one side often does the same job. If an island does fit, it usually needs its own electrical circuit.
What about a condo or apartment kitchen?
Building rules, shared plumbing stacks, and work-hour limits shape what can change. The sink and dishwasher usually stay near the stack, and venting a range hood outside may not be allowed. A consultation looks at the building as well as the room.
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your kitchen.
New cabinet doors or a whole new room.
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