Some of your fondest memories at the cabin probably include food – family meals at holidays, s’mores around the fire pit or drinks and appetizers on the deck. But small cabin kitchens are common. So how do you get the most function out of a little kitchen? Good design and a careful eye on clutter help. If you’re planning a new kitchen or a remodel, work with a kitchen designer to take advantage of the space you have. A wide range of cabinets is available to help you fit storage into narrow spaces and around appliances. If you already have a small kitchen that could use some breathing room, take time to inventory your kitchen wares and jettison any duplicates or things that are rarely used. Painting your walls, cabinets or ceiling might also help your kitchen appear larger. Take a few pointers from these smart cabin kitchens:
Line It Up
With just 540 total square feet, this island cottage has very little space to spare. The kitchen lines one wall, accented with barnwood paneling. Using floor cabinets only – and avoiding wall-hung cabinetry – allows for storage while keeping the kitchen from overpowering the dining area and the rest of the open living space. Designer: Jessica Helgerson Interior Design, jhinteriordesign.com
No Bigger Than a Breadbox
Cottage Re-do
The Small Kitchen Blues
Winter Outdoor Faucet Cover
Bear Pattern Wall Mounted Hooks
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