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Larger than life: The heart and soul of small kitchen design
Living in smaller spaces is a reality for many. With this comes the need for clever design solutions.
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Discover inspirational small kitchen designs from across New Zealand, proving compact spaces can be highly functional and beautiful.
Featured projects include a Northland kitchen by Toby Chapman-Smith with natural timber, a calm bungalow space by Cheshire Architects, and a forest-inspired cabin by Upoko Architects. A South Island bach by Stacey Farrell offers rustic charm, while a Central Otago home showcases budget-friendly performance. These examples demonstrate how clever material choices create exceptional kitchens in small footprints.
A compact rural kitchen of tactility and striking simplicity
In a bungalow, a small kitchen renovation delivers a calm and warm aesthetic
This small kitchen by Cheshire Architects can open to the outdoors, allowing for more guests when required. Image: Sam Hartnett
A tiny kitchen in a cabin among the trees of Punakaiki Forest
In this tiny kitchen, space is maximised with deep benches allowing guests to congregate at the kitchen bar. Image: David Straight
In a bunker-like bach, this compact kitchen design references days gone by
This small kitchen in black and timber is a source of refuge from the harsh surroundings. Image: Simon Devitt
Within an unassuming home in Central Otago, a small kitchen delivers performance on a large scale
This small, high-performing kitchen in Central Otago creates a sense of warmth with the use of natural materials. Image: Andrew Urquhart
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