One of the toughest challenges in a small kitchen is overcrowded countertops, and unsightly dish racks are so often the main space-hogging culprits. If it takes 10 minutes just to carve out a space to chop an onion, the lure of takeout is real.
And when most small kitchen ideas barely offer 24 inches between sink and stove, the thought of clearing away dripping dishes first can put you off cooking altogether. “Getting the dish rack off the worktop is the best way to free up precious space in a small kitchen. Counters stay clear and uncluttered, making the kitchen feel bigger and easier to use,” says interior designer Mark Lewis.
