With a wealth of industry experience, there isn’t much we don’t know about kitchens! While designing many kitchens across Northern Ireland, we have loved seeing the smiles on our clients faces when they see their dream kitchen. From custom islands to diverse colour schemes, we have seen it all! Based in Larne we cater to all our clients kitchen design needs. If you have a smaller sized kitchen and want the space to appear bigger, then our design team has you covered. We have clients from all over Northern Ireland, from places such as Belfast, Larne, Carrickfergus, Ballymena and Ballyclare. Our kitchen expertise knows exactly how to utilise your kitchen space. 

With many clients every week coming from areas such as Belfast, Carrickfergus, Ballymena and Ballyclare to visit our Larne showroom, we have noticed that many are looking to enhance their kitchen space. We create bespoke kitchen plans so you can decide what exactly you want in your dream kitchen. The design team in Larne provides clients with the correct recommendations and expertise to help them make the right decisions when creating the perfect kitchen. For kitchens which may be on the smaller side, especially for those who are living in the city centre of Belfast, Torbitts Ltd design team can help you utilise all the space you have with some clever tips and tricks. 

Keep Colours light, bright and consistent

The colour scheme of your kitchen will have a big impact on the impression of the space available. Light colours with plenty of white tint will naturally reflect light, which helps to avoid the room feeling cramped and dark. Bright white or cream is an obvious choice, but don’t feel limited. Light greens, yellows, blues and even greys can work well too. Whatever colour you choose, try to make the cabinet doors and walls one consistent colour. This removes any visual barriers that cause the eye to stop short, thus making the room appear much larger than it actually is. 

Open Wall Storage 

When storage space is of the essence, you’ll want to optimise wall space. However, rather than choose solid cabinets – which can make the room feel smaller – consider open storage options. Shelves offer plenty of space for lighter kitchen accessories and appliances. Meanwhile, glass-panelled cabinet doors provide the benefits of a normal cabinet while maintaining the open design. Soft lights within the cabinets or beneath the shelving will further open the room and keep this area looking and feeling bright. Many clients from Belfast, Larne, Carrickfergus and Ballymena in 2021 chose open wall storage to enhance their kitchen space. 

Choose bright, simple lighting in your Belfast kitchen

If you have a small kitchen with a high ceiling, a statement light shade can be a beautiful addition to a kitchen design. However, if you have a standard or even low ceiling, avoid cluttering the room with unnecessary light fittings. Integrated lighting can be a design-saver when it comes to small kitchens. These lights barely feature in the overall room design, but can be used to flood the room with bright light, which makes the kitchen feel airier at any time of day. Ceiling lights are a must, but there’s no need to stop there. Add them beneath cabinets and as spotlights on your worktop to add a soft glow to your prep space. 

If you are considering a kitchen revamp but your smaller kitchen size is holding back then look no further than Torbitts Ltd. Providing kitchen space solutions to clients from all across Northern Ireland, from areas such as Belfast, Larne, Carrickfergus, Ballymena, Ballyclare and Lisburn. We know exactly how to enhance a small kitchen.