One example of a DIY kitchen design
is removing the overhead cabinets in a small kitchen to make the room
look more spacious. Instead of cabinets, opt for open shelves, pot racks
and magnetic knife holders. A smaller kitchen can also be used to
extend the living area by using the extra wall space provided by the
removal of the upper cabinets to display paintings, photographs and
other decorations.
Another
example of a DIY kitchen design is to incorporate more glass into the
kitchen to make the room feel more spacious. This includes adding
touches such as glass tables or counters, glass cabinet doors or
reflective glass tiles. Mirrors can also be placed strategically around
the room to give the illusion of more space. Placing an arched window or
a counter pass-through in the kitchen will also give the room a more
open feeling.
Add
more lighting to the design of the kitchen to change the room's
atmosphere. Counteract the blue tinge that florescent lighting adds to
the room by installing incandescent lighting instead. For instance,
incandescent spot lighting can be used to increase the shadowing of the
space when directed at cabinetry. The contrast between the light and
dark areas created in the room will give the space more visual movement.
