Our kitchens are incredibly hardworking, functioning as cook spaces, workspaces, social spaces, and even laundry spaces. So given how much multitasking they are doing day in, day out, it's no surprise that our small kitchens often feel more cramped, cluttered, and 'eclectic' than the kitchens on our Pinterest boards.
However, there are plenty of ways to open things up and create a space that elicits a deep exhale on entering, giving us a dose of well-being and cooking inspiration. Creating a spacious and bright kitchen is as much about avoiding design elements that can feel oppressive — such as heavily patterned tiles and dark overhead cabinets — as it is about welcoming in natural light.
