Kitchen space is a central part of any tiny home.
We often use fold-out furniture in other areas of our tiny home, such as fold-out desks or beds.
#2 Galley-Style
There is a reason ship crews love a galley!
A galley-style kitchen is one of the most efficientways to save space in a tiny home.
Scandinavian designs are notoriously simple.
A stovetop, sink, mini-refrigerator, and flat-panel cabinets all fit in thissmall kitchennook.
In addition, this design optimizes floor space in your home.
This floor plan is ideal for the tinyhome owner who cookssimply, and doesnt mind making some recipe adjustments.
Reminiscent of a studio apartment, this kitchen covers the length of one wall.
The design offers a mini-fridge, but a full-sized refrigerator could also easily work in this space.
Thefloating shelvesallow for additional open-cabinet space above the kitchen counter in addition to the open shelves below.
The open-shelf style is becoming increasingly trendy.
Try this open concept to create an illusion of space in your tiny home!
This particular design does a great job of combining contemporary stainless-steel appliances with a rustic aesthetic.
The U-Shape creates a natural divide between the kitchen and the rest of the space.
Be aware of how you want to split your home on each side of the U.
#6 Lofted Kitchen
We dont often see a kitchen in the loft space.
But, interestingly, this design places a U-style kitchen on the second floor of the home.
As your stovetop will be extremely close toyour ceiling, keep in mind a proper ventilation system.
Proper ventilation is important in all tiny homes, but especially ones with lofted kitchens.
Plus, the main cooking space is adjacent to the stairs.
you’re able to easily place a u-shaped counter directly under the loft space.
#9 Add Accents
Is your kitchen space a bit bland?
A great way to spice up your home, like above, is to add accents.
The above design promotes a retro feel with stick-on wallpaper and a trendy throw rug.
you’re free to also find stick-on designs to spice up yourkitchen tileinstead of a throw rug.
You dont have to spend a fortune to add somecolor to your kitchen.
Consider using colorful pots and pans to match your wall, and let the blank cabinets be your canvas.
#10 A Step Above the Rest
This intimate home provides a straightforward kitchen.
It is situated a small step above the rest of the home.
So if you are living in a micro-home, this kitchen doesnt take up much space.
Additionally, this kitchen does provide a hooded vent for ventilation with a must in any home.
#11 Floating Pantry Items
It is a well-known tiny home tip to utilize to think vertically.
Look for unique ways to use the empty space above your appliances.
Some pantry items are even available in magnetic jars that will stick directly to your refrigerator!
Bonus points if the covering can act as a cutting board!
#13 The Ultimate Kitchen Cabinet
Thiskitchen cabinetlooks just like a china cabinet from the outside.
This design is terrific for maximizing floor space when you are not cooking.
Unfortunately, you miss out on full-sized appliances.
But with the extra room, you will likely be able to fit a full-sized refrigerator elsewhere.
A kitchen cabinet like this is a great way to practice minimizing your kitchen utensils.
Yes you love those blue dishes but do you really need 6 of them for your two-person household?
#14 Stack Drying Racks
We hardly ever utilize the space above our sinks.
By building up, youve earned yourself valuable counter space!
Then, you’re able to split the island in half and use a recessed banquette for dining.
An additional option with this island is to leave it hollow.
Or, perhaps your kitchen stools would fit snuggly underneath it.
Even in traditional homes, no one likes the eyesore of a full trash bin.
You have to ensure that the garbage can is hidden in tiny houses and no smells escape.
In such an intimate space, even the slightest odor emission can stink up your whole home!
A cabinet under the sinks makes for an easily accessible trash bin.
Ensure that you purchase a high-quality can so no foul smells fill up the home!
If you cant fit your garbage can under the sink, do not fear.
Just verify that you purchase a can that has a high-quality lid.
Do not leave your trash in the open-air.
You and your guests will regret it very quickly.
#17 A Roaming Kitchen Cart
Kitchen carts are a versatile tool.
Kitchen carts can wheel into the rescue if you dont have enough space for a permanent structure.
In addition, many kitchen carts have attachments available for purchase if youre looking for even more roaming storage!
Roaming kitchen carts are a great alternative to an island.
Pegboards allow you to customize your shelving fully.
As your home grows, your storage can grow with it.
Theyre also great in other areas of your home.
Additionally, pegboards are incredibly sturdy for a relatively low price.
Plus, theyre straightforward to set up.
Even the most uncrafty person can figure it out!
Not only are pegboards functional shelving, but they look trendy!
#19 Utilize Support Beams
If your tiny home has support beams use them!
These are greatbuilt-in storagetools to place additional pantry items.
Add a stick-on backsplash for extra style.
Be careful not to overcrowd your beams you dont want to make your home appear cluttered!
For many, that is a big refrigerator and anentire oven.
However, that isnt for everyone!
For example, the tiny home above just has a mini-fridge and a hot plate.
Rather than a full fridge and oven, it has a fulldishwasherand sink with a removable head.
#21 Invest in a Pressure Cooker
A pressure cooker has nine appliances in one.
If your goal is to save space, then a pressure cooker is for you!
It is easily stored and offers you a plethora of hot meals.
you could cook everything from meat stews to delicious cheesecakes.
Plus, if youre only cooking for one it leaves you plenty of leftovers.
#22 A Multi-Purpose Toaster
This contraption isnt just a toaster.
It is a full-service breakfast station.
#23 Recessed Lights
Recessed lights are extremely popular with tiny homeowners.
Since they sit within the ceiling, they give the sense of higher ceilings.
Recessed lights are particularly useful with kitchens that sit below a second floor.
No bumping your head on lights here!
#24 Smart Ovens
An app on your smartphone easily controls smart ovens.
Consider dedicated cutting boards for meats to avoid cross-contamination.
Create adjustable shelves within cabinets with wire shelf risers.
These easy-to-use wires are customizable, and you might adjust them to fit different needs.
Theyre a great way to provide homes for dishes, cleaning supplies, pantry items, and more.
These work for both cabinets under and above counter space, and pretty much everywhere else.
As we mentioned above, you are able to purchase some refrigerator magnets that hold spices.
#28 Grow Your Own Herbs
Plants are a beloved interior design choice by many.
you might use yourdecorative plantsto grow something youll cook with.
In warmer months, move your plants outside to open up even more space in your kitchen.
Think about what you want out of your kitchen, and make it work for you.
Maybe you want something beautiful that doesnt sacrifice the benefits of traditional living.
There are no right or wrong answers in designing a kitchen that makes you happy.
In short, there are limitless ways to design a kitchen in a tiny home.
Youll want to remember to think vertically and fill space in untraditional ways.
So pick a floorplan, cut down on your belongings, choose an aesthetic, and start cooking!
