The kitchen can be the center of a home because, in addition to storing and preparing food, it can be a widely used place for many purposes. There are people who think that kitchens must be large in order to be efficient, but nothing could be further from the truth. A small kitchen can be efficient, modern and has nothing to envy to kitchens of more square meters.
In reality, the kitchen can be the center of a family home, because it becomes a place to meet, cook, laugh, do homework and share special moments together. When space is limited, smart planning will be needed to create a multifunctional kitchen that at the same time looks attractive, and if it is modern, all the better.
What does a small modern kitchen need
An uncluttered kitchen
A small kitchen should always be clear to feel that it is spacious even if it is not. You can take advantage of any space to put a folding table on the wall with two folding chairs and thus be able to enjoy the kitchen not only to prepare food, but also to share the company of your loved ones in a breakfast area.
Good lighting
What can not be missing in a small modern kitchen is good lighting. If it is possible to have wide glass windows and high doors, it will be a good idea to expand the light. If you do not have the opportunity to add this to your kitchen design, then do not hesitate to think about adding good lights to have a well lit kitchen all the time. If you opt for white LED lights, much better.
The right colors
Colors should also be taken into account when a kitchen is small and you also want it to be modern. If your kitchen is small, you should forget about dark colors or those that overload the environment too much, such as black or any dark color. It is true that these colors can be used in small details or accessories, but the dominant color It should always be with light tones, such as white, neutral or pastel tones.
Light colors in small spaces are essential because they will also help your mood to be much better when you are inside the space with few dimensions. Even if it is a small place, you will feel it more spacious and this will help you to have a feeling of well-being upon entering.
Monochrome palettes
Following the previous point it is important to promote a modern neutral color palette. The uniformity of monochromatic colors (such as bright whites, elegant gray tones ...) will create a feeling of confined space.. Pairing black and white is used in modern colors together with accents of color, as the primary colors in red, blue or green.
Open shelves
Although in modern decorations there is usually nothing in between, neither junk nor objects, in a small kitchen open shelves on the walls are a must to improve order. Shelves in white or the same color as the wall are a good idea, because that way they will blend in with the base color. On the shelves you can add everyday objects or tools, or even cans that you use regularly to be able to enjoy the shelves as functional. In addition, the open shelves will give you a great feeling of spaciousness, so necessary for a small kitchen.
Power minimalism
If you want your small kitchen to be modern, it is essential that you focus on the accessories being modern as well. The minimalism of modern design goes hand in hand with the minimalist approach to small kitchens. It limits to having only objects for your basic needs, hides what does not work normally and integrates multitasking element. Eliminate all the extras like pendant lamps, or visible tools. Use the drawers.
Order is also a must, everything has to be in its place. If you can have a pantry or cabinets at suitable heights, they will also do very well in your small modern kitchen.
Good structure
A hard and smooth structure may remind you of a modern design, because in general modern kitchens can have these characteristics. But in small, modern kitchens, even if the countertops have hard edges, the ideal is to have rounded edges to soften the look. In addition, if you add stainless steel accessories, the modern kitchen will be much more elegant.
You can counteract materials such as metal and slate in industrial settings, with durability and style with other complementary textures such as glass for walls or synthetic leather seats.