Some of the Prettiest Small White Kitchens We've Ever Seen

Every now and then, an interior design trend becomes so pervasive that it deserves to be called a phenomenon. And one quick look at Instagram would suggest the small white kitchen has earned the label. 

Small white kitchens aren’t as strange or eye-catching as some other trends. In fact, they’re completely sensible: the color white is known to make spaces look larger and more open, and the crisp neutral makes a natural addition to the kitchen, which is typically a bright and light-filled space. 

So if you’re navigating a small kitchen that you know you want to paint white, you’re in luck. Small white kitchen ideas abound—and we’ve rounded up 27 of our favorites, below.

Tuck Away Your Microwave

Counter space is precious in any kitchen, but it’s particularly precious in smaller kitchens as appliances tend to take up a fair amount of room. So, look for ways to relegate them to your shelves and cabinets. Your microwave wouldn’t have to hog space on your counter if it had its own cubby to live in.

Use Curtains to Segment Your Space

It makes sense to create boundaries between different rooms, but doors aren’t your only option. In fact, doors can be a pretty bad option when you’re decorating a small space. Why? When they’re shut, they leave the room feeling cramped. And when they’re open, they demand unnecessary space. So, consider trading your door for a sleek curtain—which will take up little space at all.

Turn a Portable Island Into a Statement-Maker

One easy way to add functionality to a small kitchen? Snag a portable island. There are tons of great options out there, and you can decide whether you want one that matches your kitchen perfectly or one that introduces a new color to your palette, as pictured here.

Invest in Cute Kitchenware

When decorating a small kitchen, open storage is your friend. Shelves tend to be lower-profile than cupboards, so they should make your kitchen feel more spacious. Remember, though, that anything you put on those shelves will be on full display, so it’s worth it to streamline your kitchenware and invest in dishes, mugs, and glasses cute enough to double as décor.

Add Eat-In Space Wherever You Can

Most small kitchens go hand-in-hand with nonexistent dining rooms. So odds are, you’re in need of a little eat-in space, too. Look for unexpected places to sneak in a chair or two. Your kitchen island could easily double as a table—especially if you slide some low-profile chairs underneath it.

Play With Shape Instead of Color

Looking for ways to add personality to your space without sacrificing your crisp all-white palette? It can be done. Instead of choosing classic white subway tiles for your backsplash, opt for triangular tiles. The out-of-the-box shape will add visual interest to your space while keeping things exactly as clean and minimalist as you want them to be.

Store Your Plates Sideways

Stacking your plates may not be the most efficient way to store them. Why? If your plates are circular, you may lose space around the edges. And a plate rack—which stores your plates on their sides—may help you recapture some of this space. Build one into your cupboards, or score a budget-friendly version at your favorite storage solutions store.

Sprinkle in Bold Accents

White may be your base color, but that doesn’t mean you can’t sprinkle in an accent color or two. Look for places to switch up your palette. Your pendant lights, barstools, shelves, and doorknobs are all excellent candidates.

If you want to keep things sleek, you can always color-coordinate all of those accents.

Play With Texture

Adding color is just one way to make a space feel more dynamic, but adding texture can also go a long way, especially when you’re working with a more restrained palette. So, look for opportunities to mix and match materials. Matte metal pendant lights look great next to rustic wooden shelves, and both play well with glossy backsplash tiles.

Cover Your Range Hood

Covered range hoods have become increasingly popular in the interior design space, thanks to their ability to make range hoods fit in with the rest of a décor scheme, so know that your carefully curated palette doesn’t have to end at your range hood. By covering your range hood—or by snagging a white option to begin with—you can keep your palette pristine.

SOURCE: https://www.mydomaine.com/small-white-kitchen-5193411