Kitchens
typically contain lots of stuff. Not only that, but items often concealed
behind built-in kitchen cabinet doors can be oddly shaped and require a lot of
space, such as food processors or stand mixers. Finding a home for your kitchen
stuff while keeping it easily accessible can be a tricky proposition. Because
built-ins are expensive and the overall size of the area you’re working with
may be limited, one big design mistake is not including enough storage.
Almost
every kitchen design has wasted space, but this can be minimized with adequate
planning and forethought. If the kitchen is small, consider installing extra
long upper cabinets with molding for extra storage space. Place lighting or
greenery along the molding to draw the eyes up. Also remember to always install
cabinets over the refrigerator. Not to fully utilize the space above the
refrigerator is a waste of potential storage space for large or seasonal
kitchen items.
Install
shelves across the backs of the lower kitchen cabinet as they will save you
nearly a 2 foot by 2 foot or 4 square foot potential storage area. Otherwise,
the kitchen will feel smaller than it is because you will constantly be trying
to find more storage space.
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