45 kitchen cabinets to copy for a practical space

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When you think about your kitchen, what is it that you need the most? Practicality! You need to make sure that your kitchen planner has included enough storage, that you have all the gadgets you want and that, most of all, you will enjoy using the room when it is completed! If you don't know how to translate these needs into reality, don't panic, as we have a huge 45 amazing rooms to show you today and we know that at least one of them will fire up your imagination and passion for creative yet functional kitchen design. Prepare for inspiration overload, as we are diving in!

1. Zingy accent colors keep things fun.

2. Wood will add warmth.

3. Put your corners to good use!

4. Don't be afraid to experiment with color.

5. Breakfast bars don't need to be huge.

6. White and wood will always look classic together.

7. Add some sneaky storage solutions!

8. Rustic and functional aesthetics go hand-in-hand.

9. Add shelving where people won't expect it.

10. Do away with top cupboards in favor of long shelves.

11. Color-code your cabinets.

12. Make islands a storage haven.

13. Us the corners to store small utensil pots.

14. Make it easy to clean in stainless steel.

15. Assess whether you need more cupboards or floor space.

16. Contrast worktops in a galley kitchen to make it seem bigger.

17. A vibrant cabinet color will add huge style.

18. Use all those awkward spaces for built-in appliances.

19. Don't let your microwave get in the way.

20. All-wood everything will look incredible.

21. Shabby chic old dressers to become handy larders.

22. Don't forget to add lighting above your cooker!

23. Install your hob on your island.

24. Choose some open-front cupboards for variety.

25. Maximize your uninterrupted countertops.

26. Glossy surfaces are easier to clean and make a space look bigger.

27. Integrate your extractor into the bottom of a usable cabinet.

28. Have lighting under all your cabinets.

29. Hide bulky appliances away in larder cupboards.

30. Mix a modern kitchen with vintage storage.

31. Account for what you have the most of rather than choosing 'standard' kitchen storage.

32. Hang bulky utensils that take up drawers space.

33. Don't compromise on the color you most want.

34. Add a dining table, if you have space and keep an island as a working area.

35. Express yourself in your cabinet decor.

36. Try deep drawers instead of cupboards. They hold so much!

37. Don't use bulky handles as you could catch yourself on them.

38. Keep your most-used items within easy each.

39. Take advantage of inset wall shelving.

40. Make every surface sleek and flush. This looks like something form a sci-fi movie!

41. Work with the age and style of your home.

42. Only put cabinets where you need them.

43. Get creative when it comes to ingredients caddies. An overhead herb garden? Yes please!

44. Don't forget that your ceiling has huge potential.

45. Lighting really is everything!

For more wonderful kitchen inspiration, take a look at this article: The perfect kitchen design based on your zodiac sign.

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