decorating ideas for small kitchen table
1.hang pots and pans instead of taking up valuable cabinet space with these clunky items, use command hooksto hang them on an unused wall, like this pro organizer did. start by hanging the biggest items first,then incorporate the medium-sized ones and finish with the smallest items. 2.switch up what goes where your storage doesn't have to be used in the way it was originally intended. instead of hanging towels that look clutteredon this rack, pot and pan lids looks streamlined
and polished. 3.display your cutting boards if your cabinets are too cramped to fit all of your kitchen gear, stealthily use the cuteritems as decor. for instance, chunky vintage cutting boardsor bright colanders can double as artwork. and a row of matching mixing bowls stuck abovecabinets looks intentional, not messy. 4.install storage under benches not only does a breakfast nook bench take up less space than chairs, but this one alsohas storage hidden underneath the seat cushions
for less-frequently-used items, like holidaytablecloths. 5.try a drop-leaf table if you yearn for an eat-in kitchen, but a large table just won't fit, consider a foldableoption. the leaves flip up so everyone has a spotcome dinner time, but tuck out of the way when not in use. plus, the center of the table can serve asextra prep space all the time. 6.add a breakfast bar open space, like the edge of a counter, windowsill
or kitchen pass-through, magically morphsinto extra eating space with a board and a few benches. 7.lighten up your palette barbara westbrook, interior designer and author of gracious homes, knows the power of palehues. she chose pratt and lambert's chalk grey paintfor this kitchen's walls and range hood to brighten the room and impart a sense of openness. 8.take over an empty wall open shelving can offer a ton of flexible
storage, but requires a full commitment forit to look stylish. a wall dedicated to shelves looks like a purposefuldesign statement, but a lowly cart just looks like clutter. 9.install open shelving if you can't part with your kitchen cart (like this editor couldn't), just hang shelves aboveit to make the piece feel like a permanent fixture in your kitchen. these black shelves offer more than enoughspace for your full spice collection. 10.invest in an island cart
while you're cooking, a wheeled cart is as helpful as a big island (which is not an optionfor most tiny kitchens), but can roll out of the way when you're done. 11.use awkward nooks for dining even an awkward, narrow nook can comfortably seat six, if you choose efficient built-inbenches instead of chairs. 12.put your ceiling to work hanging pots and pans from the ceiling frees cabinets of bulky equipment and creates visualinterest, too.
designer jason grant used a natural timberto create a rustic look — try a vintage ladder for a similar effect.