The kitchen is often the heart of a home because it’s where people can gather daily to cook and eat. As such, the space should be functional, comfortable, and beautiful—which means it needs usable counter space. Even the best kitchen design can become dysfunctional when appliances, produce, and dishware take over. Use the following advice to reclaim your disappeared counter space.

How Can You Make More Room in Your Kitchen?

1. Maximize Drawer Space

When it comes to kitchen design, drawers are often underused. Instead of using them exclusively for utensils and other knick-knacks, invest in drawer organizers that allow you to add spices or whatever else is crowding your counter space. You can even find drawer inserts for tea, vegetables, and Tupperware. Consider what would tuck away nicely, and search for the right organizer.

2. Hanging & Stackable Storage

Install a pot rack and conveniently hang things from the ceiling instead of letting them collect on the counter. This is not only smart storage, but it’s also convenient when it comes time to cook—no bending or straining will be involved in getting your pots and pans.  A hanging fruit basket will allow more air to circulate around your fruits, keeping them fresh. Stackable baskets are also available for a range of produce.

3. Store Nonessential Appliances

To maximize counter space, look around and ask: which appliances do I use every day? If you use your hot water kettle and toaster daily, they can probably stay on the counter. But, if you have a blender or sparkling water maker that doesn’t see a lot of use, put them away until you need them.

To fully optimize your counter space, contact the kitchen design experts at Spyglass Design, Inc in Hopewell, NJ. For over 20 years, this team has been offering affordable and luxurious renovations to help residents throughout the New Jersey and Philadelphia metropolitan areas create their dream kitchens. Their attentive design experts will customize their work to your layout preferences, style, and budget. They use reliable contractors and high-quality materials so that every project is a success. To learn more, call (609) 466-790. Visit them online to read testimonials from satisfied customers.