Any remodeling idea for a small kitchen must address the following issues: counter space, storage, built-ins, and pantry.

In order to build better use of your kitchen floor space, you absolutely need to put up the maximum amount of counters. Plan your design with deeper counters to cover as much of the area not occupied with appliances with counter space if the difference in floor space is a matter of a few square feet.

Squeeze as many cabinets into your design as possible. Deep cabinets that may hold plates should be located near the dishwasher, and large cabinets with slide-out drawers should be placed near the oven.

Another space-saving device is to include built-in facilities. You might have built-in ovens, microwaves and storage for small appliances. This will generate your kitchen appear less cluttered. Built-in storage for foods like potatoes and onions and bread storage cabinets will also give the kitchen a cleaner look. You may also opt for waist-high, sliding shelves that hold mixers and toasters. Your small appliances can remain hidden in these shelves and still be easily accessible.

If there is no room for a pantry in your kitchen, think about converting a closet outside the kitchen area to store your cutlery, pots and infrequently used items. You can also incorporate rollout pantries that might be pulled out to view the items you have, but rolled back into a space.

Choose a large sink. It will be easier for you to clean bigger pots and pans. Moreover, a large sink is a grand place to stash your dirty pots. A large sink might also serve as a utility sink, too.

You might increase the efficiency of your small kitchen by putting a wire basket on the inside the cabinet or under the sink to hold trash bags and other frequently used items. You can mount an measure hot water heater on the sink to replace the sprayer or soap.

A tile back splash on all the walls above the counters, stove and sink contruct the kitchen easier to clean.