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Alisha Solanki

7 lighting tricks to make a small kitchen look bigger - according to design pros

Kitchen with matching quartz worktop on island and cabinets.

From creating a practical layout to setting the mood for different activities, lighting is tricky to get right in any kitchen. However, in a compact design, your lights need to do all of the above, and visually expand the space so the room feels larger than it is. 

'Placing lighting correctly will make or break your design and impact the functionality of the kitchen,' agrees William Durrant, owner of Herringbone Kitchens. So, what are the best lighting tricks to make a small kitchen look bigger?

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