10 Kitchen Interior Design Ideas You Will Surely Want To Steal

Having a small kitchen makes people believe there is no scope for designing and decorating their kitchen. However, you are definitely thinking it all wrong. In our previous blog, we shared  30 Small Kitchen Design Ideas to transform your space into a functional and stylish area for cooking and socializing.

Building on that, we’ve curated 10 focused ideas that are easy to implement in any small kitchen to maximize countertops, wall space, and overall beauty.

1) Put Savvy Storage in Place

Home design experts always recommend stylish personalized cabinetry with a stylish built-in alcove in your small kitchen design. Instead of using conventional countertops, install storage cabinets that reach the ceiling. 

• A marble waterfall island can serve as prep space while providing extra storage.
• Clever storage ensures you never compromise on functionality while giving your kitchen a polished look.

Pro Tip: Use designer tiles or textured panels on cabinet backs or islands to add a modern aesthetic.

2) Make a Cabinet for Appliances

Use an integrated appliance garage cabinet to hide large appliances like mixers, toasters, or coffee machines.  Your kitchen will look cleaner and more organized if these appliances are hidden.

• Bridges the gap between the countertop and upper cabinets.
• Keeps the kitchen clutter-free and visually appealing.
  

Pro Tip: Match the cabinet doors to your cabinetry or tile backsplash for a seamless look.

3) Get Your Cabinets Extremely Organized

Organizing the cabinets is crucial for any small room, whether it be a kitchen or another space. You cannot risk wasting any space when it is scarce, not even the concealed space found inside your cabinets. 

• Use risers, lid organizers, and spice racks.
• Sort utensils and cookware to maximize every inch of space.

Pro Tip: Vertical dividers inside cabinets can store baking trays, chopping boards, and trays neatly.

4) Add a Kitchen Island

You can add a prep table or a kitchen island for preparation space and storage. Think of a kitchen island you can move out of the way when dinner is ready. Never assume that having an island is impossible if your kitchen is small. 

• Choose a movable island on wheels for flexibility.
• Use thin-legged islands to allow seating or integrate bar stools.

Pro Tip: Incorporate a contrasting tile pattern or designer tile accent on the island front for visual impact.

5)  Invest in a Cabinet-Depth Refrigerator

Do not undervalue the advantages a cabinet-depth refrigerator will bring to your compact kitchen layout. When working with limited space, cabinet-depth refrigerators are expensive but worth the investment. These appliances give your kitchen a polished look and expand your kitchen’s footprint to make the most of the available space.

6) Place Vertical Elements in Your Kitchen

The designers suggest vertical shiplap planks add height and grandeur to the small galley kitchen. You can visually raise the roof by placing a stripe in your kitchen. 

You can achieve a similar elevated appearance by incorporating vertical shiplap, millwork, or tile into the kitchen design.

7) Include Sleek, Ingenious Storage

Get inventive with your storage solutions if you display the spoons or seasonings on the table, as just scattered things will not give a decent look. Arrange all of your necessary items in a creative manner to enhance the beauty of your kitchen.

8) Place Under-Cabinet Lighting

Proper lighting prevents a cramped, dark feel:

• Recessed lights highlight countertops.
• LED strips enhance textures on backsplash or accent tiles.
• Floor lamps or pendant lights can highlight islands or dining zones.
  

Pro Tip: Glossy tiles reflect light and create a brighter ambiance; matte or textured tiles work well with indirect lighting for a subtle effect.

9) Employ the Fifth Wall

When planning your space, don’t overlook the ceiling and the floor. Small kitchens can greatly benefit from the addition of a few extra details, whether up high or down low. 

• Don’t ignore the ceiling and floor.
• Floor tiles can add texture and color, creating a cohesive look with the walls.
• Light-colored ceilings draw the eye upward, making the kitchen feel larger.

10) Install Floor-to-Ceiling Tiles

You can give your kitchen a striking makeover with timeless designer tile that goes far beyond your backsplash. Floor-to-ceiling tile is the perfect statement-making feature for small spaces. In addition to giving the room an elevated appearance, the laterally laid tiles will visibly expand the walls, giving the impression that the room is larger.

• Use ceramic, designer, or highlighter tiles to create a statement wall.
• Vertical layout or laterally laid tiles can make ceilings appear taller.
• Pair backsplash tiles with accent/highlighter tiles to elevate style.
  

Pro Tip:  You can also decorate your kitchen walls by combining the chosen kitchen tiles with highlighter tiles to give your space an appealing look.

Wrap-Up

If you are looking for a place to find the best suitable tiles to redefine your small kitchen space that offers budget-friendly options, then Orientbell tiles are the right place for you.

Explore the best-suited tiles for your kitchen at Orientbell Tiles. Use Trialook to visualize the perfect design and calculate the number of tiles you’ll need for your dream kitchen.