Don’t fall prey to these small-space missteps.
Cody Ulrich
When designing a tight space, theres less margin for error.
Here are some of the biggest decorating offenders insmall kitchens, according to Southern designers.
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I think with any small space, its important to practice restraint, saysDallas decorator Noel Pittman.
I make a run at think about what will still be functional and pretty in 10 years time.
Choosing a Bitty Sink
Sometimes, what sounds counterintuitive is actually the right choice.
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Forgoing a little countertop for a good-sized, functional sink is absolutely worth it.
Going (Too) Big on Appliances
In the same vein, pay attention to scale.
It can be overwhelming to walk into a small space and feel like theseappliancesare looming.
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Piling on the Lighting
Dont go overboard on decorative fixtures for the sake of making a statement.
I think it’s better to only have task lighting instead of several competing lights.
I think if I did a small kitchen it would be almost all drawers.
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Credit:JAMES RANSOM; STYLING: Veronica Olson
