{"id":149272,"date":"2026-02-24T06:13:52","date_gmt":"2026-02-24T06:13:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.teka.com\/global\/?p=149272"},"modified":"2026-03-02T04:48:36","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T04:48:36","slug":"appliances-for-small-kitchens-designs-for-real-spaces","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.teka.com\/global\/inspiration\/appliances-for-small-kitchens-designs-for-real-spaces\/","title":{"rendered":"Appliances for small kitchens: designs for real spaces"},"content":{"rendered":"

Most real kitchens won’t ever appear on the cover of a magazine. Mainly, because most of us live in real apartments, with real walls we usually can\u2019t move, and many of those kitchens are even part of other rooms. If you have an open-plan<\/strong> kitchen, a kitchenette<\/strong> or just a small one, there is no need to choose between appliances to decide who\u2019s the one voted off the kitchen. We have compiled some tips<\/strong> in this short guide on appliances for small kitchens to help you find the best options for creating a comfortable place to enjoy your cooking.<\/p>\n

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Small kitchens: more than a filling<\/h2>\n

Every centimetre matters here. With a bit of common sense and a quick assessment of your space,<\/a> you will know exactly which appliances you need<\/strong> and which ones are taking up unnecessary room. Perhaps your tiny worktop does not need to be cluttered<\/strong> with gadgets you only use once a month.<\/p>\n

The first step is to get rid of the appliances you rarely use, or place them in cabinets<\/strong> to make room for your daily routine. You will create a sense of visual space<\/strong> while gaining valuable worktop<\/strong> area. Also, look for multi-functional appliances for small kitchens, such as combi-ovens, microwaves,<\/strong> or extractor hoods<\/strong> with integrated storage, all designed to satisfy several needs with one single unit.<\/p>\n

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Taking measures<\/h3>\n

One of the first steps in designing a small kitchen is to measure<\/strong> every corner. While the standard appliance width is 60 cm, you can easily find 45 cm<\/strong> hobs and ovens that might be a better fit. Look out for compact ovens (45 cm in height) that can be a real lifesaver, or consider freestanding appliances for small kitchens that can sit directly on your worktop.<\/p>\n

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Compact appliances: ovens and hobs for small kitchens<\/h2>\n

An oven<\/a> is one of the most versatile appliances you can own. It saves time, it\u2019s clean, and you can even store pans inside if you are really pushed for space. If an oven<\/a> is something you simply can’t live without, even in a small kitchen, there are several ways to save space:<\/p>\n