Out of Sight: Hide Ugly Kitchen Gear
by Kate McIntyrekate.mcIntyre@interiordesignschoolreview.com
More than any other room in the house, kitchens tend to be filled with necessary yet clutter-producing items. This convergence of stuff can equal an interior decorating nightmare unless steps are taken to conquer it. New options in kitchen cabinets can turn kitchens from interior design don’ts to interior design dos.
Interior Decorating Tips for Concealing in Cabinets
A popular new option for disguising refrigerators and dishwashers is to attach cabinet fronts to them so that they become part of your other cabinets, blending in rather than standing out. This is easiest to do if you are installing new custom cabinets, but it is also possible to create an addition to your existing cabinetry. These cabinet faces are particularly useful for interior decorating projects in which you are trying to capture a vintage vibe. Another convenient way to minimize kitchen clutter is to install pull-out cabinets for your pantry and trash. A pull-out pantry is a big space saver, and a pull-out trash cabinet hides trash and odors.Garages in Interior Decorating: They’re No Longer Just for Cars
The less frequently used countertop appliances such as juicers, blenders, and bread makers can easily be stored in cabinets until you need them. But what about appliances you use every day, like coffee makers and toasters? It's a pain to get them out of the cabinet to use them every morning, only to replace them once you are done. Luckily, you have another option: an appliance garage. Appliance garages are small cabinets usually installed on the counter, just under the upper cabinets. They have sliding doors just like garages. You can put frequently used appliances in them, use them, then slide the door shut when you are done with them.If you enjoy the unique organizational challenges that accompany kitchen design and decorating, you can learn more at an interior design school. Some interior designers have chosen to focus their whole businesses on kitchen design.
Sources:
- "Glossary of Terms," National Kitchen and Bath Association
- "Making the Most of a Small Kitchen Space," National Kitchen and Bath Association
Kate McIntyre is a writer in Portland, Oregon. She holds a B.A. from Harvard University and an M.F.A. in fiction writing from Oregon State University.
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