Unique Ideas for Kitchens

Julia Espresso Kitchen Cart by Powell

Coming fresh off our series on making small kitchens look bigger, we decided to share some ideas that could help put a custom touch on your space.

Here are a few innovative ideas we’ve seen over the years:

Open Shelving

Cap off the end of some cabinets with open shelves. With the shelves facing the opposite direction like the eating area or breakfast nook, it provides a convenient way to store books and other conversation-starting items. Having the shelf raised a few inches higher than the counter it is connected to will help hide any clutter that would be visible while eating.

Over-the-Door Shelf

An over-the-door shelf is a great way to display items in an unconventional way. Placing a ledge above the door frame (with the proper support on the ends) will provide yet another space to display your accents and wares. The height of the display will also draw the eye upward and make the room feel taller in the process.

Moveable Island

Having the ability to store extra items and prepare them on the same surface is one thing. However, having the ability to move that out of the way when necessary is a completely different story. A cart like the Julia Espresso Kitchen Cart by Powell would come in handy for storing wine, spirits and glassware while making it possible to move it throughout the party.