Tips for organizing a compact kitchen

Tips for organizing a compact kitchen

Use wall-mounted storage to keep tools close and easy to find near cook and prep areas. 'This way I save space, eliminating the need for drawers,' says designer.

1. ADD FLEXIBLE COUNTERSPACE
Think beyond the kitchen with a versatile shelf just outside. 'One person can work while another cooks,' says N&L customer. 'I also use it to serve snacks for guests.

2. LIGHT UP YOUR WORK AREA
Add lights over the worktops you use most, with extra task lighting as needed. 'The area next to the sink is where I do the most chopping,' says designer.

3. STORE UTENSILS IN PLAIN SIGHT
Use wall-mounted storage to keep tools close and easy to find near cook and prep areas. 'This way I save space, eliminating the need for drawers,' says designer. 

4. KEEP DINNERWARE IN THE OPEN
Make it easy for guests to set the table or prepare food with open storage. 'In China the kitchen is usually a private space, but I want mine to be open,' says designer.