Small kitchens are all the rage these days, and that’s largely because of our obsession with space.
It’s easy to imagine the concept of a small-space kitchen, where all your cooking essentials are conveniently placed and stored away from the distractions of your living room.
Small kitchens offer a lot more than a place to put a stove or a sink, however, and designers who aren’t afraid to experiment can also take advantage of the space they create.
So why would anyone want to build their own small kitchen?
Here’s a few reasons why: 1.
It can be super simple to build.
If you’re interested in making this kind of small kitchen from scratch, you can easily do so.
You can pick up a 3D printer and build your own kitchen in minutes.
You don’t need to worry about materials or construction.
A simple piece of wood or a pair of scissors can do the job.
You’ll just need to decide on the materials you want to use.
2.
It lets you create something unique.
It could be a simple kitchen or an ornate, high-tech kitchen.
Just be sure to use materials that will stand up to normal usage, and you can do so in a way that feels appropriate.
You could make an elegant kitchen that has a beautiful wood panel and a high-end glass and metal cabinet.
Or you could opt for something that’s a little more utilitarian, like a basic table or a wood-burning stove.
You never know what you might find on your next visit to your local Home Depot or Lowe’s.
3.
It doesn’t have to be super fancy.
You may be interested in a simple but sleek-looking stainless steel sink, for example.
Or maybe you want a more minimalist design, like an elegant, modern-style stainless steel countertop or a sleek, wood-fired oven.
You might want to look at the space you’re going to create as a whole rather than looking at individual pieces.
4.
It gives you a chance to do something you might never have considered doing.
If a designer’s idea is simple enough to build and has a good mix of design elements, you might be more inclined to think about making it yourself.
This is where a small home kitchen comes in.
You get to make it yourself and have some control over its design and size.
If your idea is a little less conceptual, you could use a home kitchen as a base for a larger kitchen that you can add more design elements.
Small homes have always been about building smaller, more functional, and more elegant homes.
Whether you’re designing a smaller kitchen for your family or your own, you’re giving yourself a chance for a fun and unique kitchen experience.
The possibilities are endless.
If there’s anything I’ve learned, it’s that design isn’t everything.
This post originally appeared on Home Designers.