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A small kitchen feels big when using smart ideas

A small kitchen doesn’t mean less cooking fun. With smart storage, pull-out worktops and multifunctional furniture, you make the most of every square metre. Your kitchen feels bigger and everything stays within reach. Small space, big comfort. Discover how smart choices lead to great cooking.

A bright kitchen with a white VEDDINGE door set against light green walls and plants adorning the windowsill.

Bye cluttered table, hello organised wall

A small kitchen doesn’t have to feel cramped. Push the table against the wall to free up space. Perfect for meals, homework or a spontaneous baking session.

SKÅDIS pegboards create smart storage all the way up to the ceiling. Your kitchen tools and spices stay within reach, and clutter stays off the table. Less searching, more enjoying.

Soft green tones add warmth and go beautifully with natural wood and white VEDDINGE fronts. Red accents give the kitchen extra character. Who says small kitchens can’t be big on style?

A KYRRE stool in white sits beside a compact dining table, with a wall featuring green polka dots and storage shelves.

Small space, lots of guests

A tight corner might seem like wasted space, but here it’s the perfect spot to store stackable stools out of sight. Need a seat? They’re always ready.

Easy for guests to grab and just as easy to put away. The KYRRE birch stool is a real space-saver. Its natural wood adds warmth and proves that smart solutions can look great too.

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A light wooden KYRRE stool is tucked under a table in a bright kitchen, alongside a bowl of fruit.
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Taking kitchen organisation to the next level

Why stop at eye level? Cabinets near the ceiling use every centimetre of space without taking up your worktop. Less-used items stay safe and out of the way, while your daily essentials stay easy to reach — no more searching.

A mix of open and closed storage keeps things light and functional. Show off your favourites in open shelves and hide the rest behind closed doors. Smart, neat and surprisingly tidy.

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A stylish kitchen featuring white VEDDINGE doors, complemented by decorative objects on shelves and a pegboard with hooks.
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Carefree storage corners

Corners can be tricky. Wobbly stacked pots, rattling lids and always searching for that one thing hidden in the back. The pull-out UTRUSTA solution turns a deep, hard-to-reach corner into a smart storage spot. With adjustable rotating trays, you can easily grab your everyday frying pan or that special baking tin. Clever, clean and the handiest spot in the kitchen.

More room for all your favorite utensils (and lots more)

A door that doesn’t fully cover the cabinet frame? Bold move! But here, it’s both practical and stylish. Grab a chopping board with ease and enjoy a design detail that makes the space feel lighter. A small tweak that gives your kitchen a whole new look and feel.

VARIERA organisers turn messy shelves into calm and tidy zones. No more mystery jars hiding in the back. Everything has its place and is easy to reach.

A white VARIERA shelf insert holds jars and bottles, neatly organised in a modern kitchen cabinet with food items.

Out of sight, but always ready

No more juggling chopping boards on top of pots. The pull-out UTRUSTA worktop slides out when you need extra space. Done? Just slide it back in.

A perfect solution for small kitchens to keep worktops free without losing function. A quick pull gives you room to chop and slice. With a gentle push, the worktop disappears like it was never there.

A white UTRUSTA pull-out work surface with a cutting board, tomatoes, and a checkered cloth in a modern kitchen setting.

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