Sink area detail
Inspiration for a small modern galley concrete floor and gray floor eat-in kitchen remodel in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, solid surface countertops, paneled appliances, no island and white countertops

Warwick Road Residence

Anna Gartland Interiors

We reconfigured the kitchen to maximize the light and the view. The sink and window were previously facing the next door neighbor's garage, so that became the range wall and the window was relocated to face the beautiful trees and rock formations in the back yard. A full light exterior entry door was added in place of the former door to let natural light flood the space. Layered recess lighting and a glass pendant over the sink further increase brightness in what was previously a very dark space. Custom moody gray-blue inset shaker cabinetry is paired with elongated handmade matte white tile backsplash, alongside white quartz, pale blue walls and off-white trim. Quartersawn white oak floors replace the old linoleum and blend beautifully with the original pine floors on the rest of the first floor. Warm brass hardware and fixtures are a lovely contrast against the dark cabinetry. A fluted white fireclay farm sink is a functional statement piece in a small space. An Acacia wood island with stainless steel top adds practical warmth. Period-appropriate trim was brought back into the modern kitchen to maintain the historic integrity of the home.

What a Joy!

Carl Mattison Design

The kitchen after the renovation features black smooth front drawers with shaker style doors, custom solid wood open shelves and a custom built range hood box. Brass accents abound in the lighting and hardware for a fresh and warm pop. .

Washington Square West: Transitional First Floor

Buckminster Green LLC

Inspiration for a small transitional u-shaped kitchen remodel in Philadelphia with recessed-panel cabinets and a peninsula

Los Feliz Colorful Kitchen Renovation

22 INTERIORS

Photo by Amy Bartlam
Example of a small eclectic galley multicolored floor and cement tile floor kitchen design in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, no island, a farmhouse sink, green cabinets, multicolored backsplash, white appliances and white countertops

Big Energy Kitchen

RIC design build

This itty bitty kitchen in a historic Richmond row house had been closed in by unnecessary walls, creating a tight, dysfunctional galley style kitchen with very little storage space. Working alongside our artist and cabinetry making clients, we created a custom design with handmade, custom cabinetry pieces while opening up the kitchen to the dining area, making the space feel exponentially larger. The result is a clean, modern, functional and big energy kitchen.

Modern Home Remodeling

Top Shelf Construction

Inspiration for a small modern l-shaped gray floor open concept kitchen remodel in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, gray backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, no island and black countertops

Contemporary Condo Kitchen, Two12 North 9th, Brooklyn

Meshberg Group

This open urban kitchen invites with pops of yellow and an eat in dining table. A highly functional, contemporary beauty featuring wide plank white oak grey stained floors, white lacquer refrigerator and washing machine, brushed aluminum lower cabinets and walnut upper cabinets. Pure white Caesarstone countertops, Blanco kitchen faucet and sink, Bertazzoni range, Bosch dishwasher, architectural lighting trough with LED lights, and Emtech brushed chrome door hardware complete the high-end look.

KITCHEN Meridian Kessler Two Tone Green and White Transitional by CCG, Inc.

Central Construction Group, Inc.

Example of a small transitional galley porcelain tile and gray floor enclosed kitchen design in Indianapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, quartz backsplash, stainless steel appliances, no island and yellow countertops

Evanston: Gross Pointe

Lugbill Designs

The kitchen in this condo was extremely outdated. Our client wanted the bright, airy and peaceful. We reimagined and refreshed every bit of this condo to make it feel luxurious and elegant. We went with quartz countertop and white subway tile for the backsplash.

Compact Cottage Kitchen

Board & Vellum

Compact Cottage Kitchen | Photo by Alessandra Brescia
Inspiration for a small french country single-wall slate floor and gray floor enclosed kitchen remodel in Seattle with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartz countertops, beige backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and white countertops

Balsam | West Island

Kitchen & Bath Details

Matt Francis Photos
Inspiration for a small coastal u-shaped medium tone wood floor kitchen remodel in Boston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, green backsplash, stainless steel appliances, no island, white countertops and matchstick tile backsplash

Japanese Inspired Remodel in Noe Valley

Mark Brand Architecture

The design of this remodel of a small two-level residence in Noe Valley reflects the owner's passion for Japanese architecture. Having decided to completely gut the interior partitions, we devised a better-arranged floor plan with traditional Japanese features, including a sunken floor pit for dining and a vocabulary of natural wood trim and casework. Vertical grain Douglas Fir takes the place of Hinoki wood traditionally used in Japan. Natural wood flooring, soft green granite and green glass backsplashes in the kitchen further develop the desired Zen aesthetic. A wall to wall window above the sunken bath/shower creates a connection to the outdoors. Privacy is provided through the use of switchable glass, which goes from opaque to clear with a flick of a switch. We used in-floor heating to eliminate the noise associated with forced-air systems.

Laurelhurst Kitchen

Blue Sound Construction, Inc.

Lovely kitchen remodel featuring inset cabinetry, herringbone patterned tile, Cedar & Moss lighting, and freshened up surfaces throughout. Design: Cohesively Curated. Photos: Carina Skrobecki. Build: Blue Sound Construction, Inc.

Namaste ADU

Modern ADU Plans

ADU Kitchen with custom cabinetry and large island.
Example of a small trendy single-wall concrete floor and gray floor eat-in kitchen design in Portland with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz countertops, gray backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula and gray countertops

204 Florida ranch renovation

New Leaf Construction

Visag Blue granite, Grecian marble back splash . Terrazzo floors
Inspiration for a small coastal u-shaped terrazzo floor open concept kitchen remodel in Miami with an undermount sink, white cabinets, white backsplash, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, shaker cabinets and wood countertops

NE Portland Bungalow Remodel

Right Arm Construction

Inspiration for a small transitional galley light wood floor and beige floor enclosed kitchen remodel in Portland with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz countertops, green backsplash, subway tile backsplash, paneled appliances, no island and white countertops

Eagles Landing - Lodge Style 2 Story - Saint Augusta, Mn

Werschay Homes

Custom Built Home by Werschay Homes. 2nd Kitchen with Amazing Custom Cabinets and Petrified Wood Granite Amazing Colorado Lodge Style Custom Built Home in Eagles Landing Neighborhood of Saint Augusta, Mn - Build by Werschay Homes. -James Gray Photography

The Well Organized Pantry

LTB Designs

Look how much space is freed up by placing the spices in an over-the-door system. And with one quick glance, you can find exactly what you are looking for.

Jane Street Brownstone

Key+Shade Interior Design

Francine Fleischer Photography
Small elegant galley porcelain tile and blue floor enclosed kitchen photo in New York with white cabinets, soapstone countertops, white backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances, no island, an integrated sink and flat-panel cabinets

Small Kitchen Ideas & Designs

At their worst, small kitchens can be a headache for home cooks. But with a little organization and creativity, they can be efficient, delightful spaces. Whether you need small kitchen flooring or remodeling ideas or simply a bit of design inspiration, you’ll find plenty of photos here to guide your project. As you browse small kitchen ideas, take note of the sorts of storage tricks and decor ideas that you find inspiring — and perhaps you’ll be able to create quite a lot out of your little space.

1. Make Use of Wall Space and Smart Organizers

One of the biggest challenges of a small kitchen is fitting all of your cooking tools within limited cupboard space. On top of that, you’ll want to avoid keeping too many appliances on your already small counters. While you browse small kitchen ideas for storage, consider how other kitchens use wall space and efficient vertical organization to save space. To work with a small kitchen pantry, make use of cabinet organizers. Magnetic knife racks, pegboards for hanging pans and portable kitchen islands are all useful tools for organizing a small kitchen. In the best small kitchens, cooking should feel easy and convenient, with all of your tools easily reachable and ready to go.

2. Go Bold With One or Two Decorative Accents

In compact spaces, any stylistic choices you make will have a big impact. If you’re looking for small kitchen decor ideas, pay attention to the colors, materials and patterns that other small kitchens use to their benefit. One of the biggest upsides of taking on a small kitchen remodel is that your material costs will be much lower than for larger spaces. Depending on your budget, this may mean you can splurge on luxurious materials like quartz or granite, or funnel your money towards a high-end stovetop. (Just because you have a tiny kitchen doesn’t mean your food has to be any less gourmet!) When you’re decorating a small kitchen, it can be wise to focus on one or two accents that will guide the rest of the room. Add a vibrant plant to a small modern kitchen, or a colorful rug to a more traditional space. Bold backsplashes can also go a long way in a little kitchen.

3. Be Creative With Your Space

Whether you’re looking for small kitchen ideas for apartments or starting from scratch with a remodel, there are a number of ways to handle tight floor plans. From galley kitchens to L-shaped spaces, the features you decide to include and forego are key. If you’re looking for small kitchen ideas with an island, consider using a roll-away version that can be pushed to the side when not in use. For apartment dwellers in need of a small kitchen table, consider a fold-out table connected to the wall, or a round table placed in the corner. When changing the layout of your kitchen simply isn’t an option, there are also small updates you can make so the space works for you. If you’re looking for small kitchen space ideas on a budget, consider repurposing your countertop as a breakfast bar or adding standing shelves where needed.

Whether you want inspiration for planning a small kitchen renovation or are building a designer kitchen from scratch, Houzz has 68,180 images from the best designers, decorators, and architects in the country, including HC Design Co and 22 INTERIORS. Look through kitchen pictures in different colors and styles and when you find a small kitchen design that inspires you, save it to an Ideabook or contact the Pro who made it happen to see what kind of design ideas they have for your home. Explore the beautiful small kitchen photo gallery and find out exactly why Houzz is the best experience for home renovation and design.