Making The Most Out Of Your Kitchen Space

Small Kitchen, Big Potential.

We understand that not all homeowners have the ideal space in their kitchens for long islands, endless countertop space and walk-in pantries. But don't let that deter you as a homeowner in Apex or Cary from creating the kitchen of your dreams. In fact, smaller spaces can outperform their larger counterparts, because smaller kitchens tend to maximize every inch of space.

Designing a smaller kitchen for homeowners in Holly Springs requires determining how to best use cabinets, maximize countertops and develop a flow that makes it easy to use the kitchen for multiple purposes.

Smaller kitchens by their very nature tend to be more efficient spaces. Efficiency translates to less waste. Because storage is typically limited, food in the fridge or pantry does not get overlooked, misplaced, or allowed to go bad.

Similarly, homeowners in Apex have been forced to rethink their kitchen layouts and prioritize the items they include in their kitchen, since they are often a lot smaller than they are in other areas of the country. In these kitchens, every item tends to be used frequently by those who live there.

Less clutter is another benefit of a small kitchen because most of the items in the kitchen have been curated to maximize their use. Smaller kitchens also tend to be cleaner, because there just is not room to stack dirty dishes, groceries or cookware.

A smaller space doesn't have to feel small. Open shelves will free up your space whenever you want, and can be moved around as needed so that you always have a fresh new look. If you're thinking about getting open shelves for your Fuquay-Varina home, painting them either the color of the cabinets or a pop accent color, using natural stained wood and/or metal shelving is what we recommend. This will enable you as a homeowners in Cary, NC to create focal points using the items you display. In addition to adding a design flair, shelving is a great way to add storage space to your home without cluttering up your clean, minimalistic décor. They can be used in the kitchen, living room, bedrooms and more.

You can make small spaces look large when you choose to eliminate cabinet hardware. Drawers or cabinets can be opened using a lip or touch latch, as well as the need for knobs. Maximizing corner space can give improved storage options in smaller kitchens or the option for sink placement, which adds convenience and expands functionality.

Other techniques to make smaller spaces appear and function as larger is to use light colors for cabinets, patterned floor covering running backsplash from the counter to the ceiling and brighter LED lighting.

If you would like to know how you can create a dream kitchen in a smaller space, please give us a call at 774.258.101 or make an appointment to visit in person at Apex or schedule a virtual painting consultation.

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Kitchen Cabinet Trends 2025

By Heather Perkins • February 11, 2025

The year 2025 welcomes a collection of warm, neutral, and natural hues. In this blog, we delve into several key signature elements anticipated in today's designs. Design and Layout: Expect minimalistic, clean, and uncluttered spaces featuring concealed pantries, preparation areas, and sculleries that effectively hide messes, enhancing the experience of entertaining. Incorporating drawers throughout lower cabinetry provides additional storage, improved organization, and a practical solution for accommodating heavy pots and pans. Expansive islands equipped with built-in appliances and seating merge form and function, creating a shared space for both gathering and cooking seamlessly. Full overlay European-style cabinetry takes the center stage with it's sleek, modern appeal while traditional partial overlay takes a backseat in 2025. Open Shelving to neatly display plates, glasses, or cool trinkets and artwork add structural visual interest to and open up otherwise crowded wall space. Under Cabinet Lighting highlights countertop and backsplash and brightens the space Color Trends: Warm tones are in vogue while cool hues have taken a back seat. The era of stark white, sterile kitchens is a thing of the past; inviting warm shades encourage friends and family to congregate in a more welcoming atmosphere. Additionally, combinations of diverse textures and colors are trending. Rich, stained wood paired with gentle off-whites, greiges (a blend of grey and beige), or striking deep colors are all the rage this year. Below are some of our top color selections: Off Whites: Benjamin Moore Swiss Coffee (Light Reflectance Value 83), Benjamin Moore White Dove (LRV 83), Benjamin Moore Seapearl (LRV 78) and Benjamin Moore Ballet White (LRV 72) Greiges: Benjamin Moore Classic Gray (LRV 73), Benjamin Moore Revere Pewter (LRV 55), Sherwin Williams Accessible Beige (LRV 58), Benjamin Moore Edgecomb Gray (LRV 63) and Benjamin Moore Pale Oak (68) Moody Darks: Sherwin Williams Rosemary, Sherwin Williams Urbane Bronze, Sherwin Williams Naval, Benjamin Moore Kendall Charcoal and Sherwin Williams Black Magic Two-toned Kitchens: Natural woods mixed with painted cabinetry Finishes: Uniform finishes across the board are a thing of the past. Incorporating a blend of sheens and metals to create a subtle yet complementary contrast with cabinet colors introduces both interest and sophistication to the area. Warm metals such as antique brass can be beautifully combined with classic bronze or satin nickel, while polished brass provides a striking complement to polished chrome. Design professionals advise a maximum combination of 2-3 metals to achieve both interest and harmony within the space. At A La Carte Cabinet Painting, we provide complimentary expert color consultations designed to assist our clients in selecting shades that perfectly reflect their personality and design aspirations. We also order up to three Samplize color swatches for our clients, allowing them to visualize their preferred color options within their own space. These oversized peel and stick swatches are crafted from genuine paint by Sherwin Williams, Benjamin Moore, PPG, and Farrow and Ball.