Small kitchen storage ideas: 18 ways to boost storage in a bijou space

Good storage takes on a new priority when a kitchen is small. You may not be able to magic extra cupboard space out of thin air, but with smart small kitchen storage ideas and a ruthless cull of non-essentials, a compact kitchen can prove both practical and efficient. 

When considering how to organize a kitchen of small proportions it’s important to make the most of all available space to maximize kitchen storage. If possible, install drawers instead of regular cupboards as they are far easier to access, and you’ll enjoy more effective use of the interiors. 

Most kitchen showrooms include space-saving storage within their displays, so it’s well worth visiting for fresh inspiration and to help decide what might work for you. Check how smoothly hinge and drawer mechanisms glide, what style of corner cupboard solution you prefer, and seek out extra-clever functions such as electronic pop-up storage and sleek pocket doors.  

A well-planned approach to kitchen cabinet organization ideas can result in a small kitchen that is just as pleasant and easy to use as one twice its size. Ready to find out how? Here are our top small kitchen storage ideas to maximize your home's potential.   

BY LINDA CLAYTON. CONTRIBUTIONS FROM TAMARA KELLY