Go up, not out
In a compact galley kitchen, floor space is fixed but wall space usually isn't fully used. Full-height cabinetry up to the ceiling gives you real storage without taking up an extra centimetre of floor.
Light colours make a real difference
This isn't just decorating advice — light cabinetry and worktops genuinely bounce more light around a small room, which is why our Cozy Kitchen palette (aquamarine and wood) works so well in tighter apartment kitchens on the coast.
Integrated appliances save visual clutter
A fridge or dishwasher that's panelled to match the cabinetry reads as part of the wall, not a separate object breaking up the room. In small kitchens, that visual continuity matters more than it does in a large villa kitchen.
Plan storage around what you actually use daily
We design compact kitchens around your real routine, not a generic layout — deep drawers near the hob for pans, a narrow pull-out next to the fridge for oils and spices. Small spaces reward specific planning more than large ones do.