Small kitchens look easy on paper, but they are actually the hardest to renovate. The biggest shock for most homeowners is that labor costs don’t shrink with space — only storage does. You still need plumbing, wiring, tiling, cabinetry fitting, and finishing, just in a tighter area where mistakes are obvious.
The real work usually starts with decluttering and layout decisions. You’ll likely have to choose between:
more cabinets or more counter space
a cooker or a dishwasher
fridge size vs walkway space
Expect dust, noise, and days of eating takeout or cooking with a single burner. Also expect surprise expenses like rotten subfloors, old pipes, or walls that aren’t square.
The key to success in small kitchens is vertical storage, proper lighting, and simple colors. Accept that you won’t fit everything —design for what you actually use, not for Pinterest pictures.
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