One Trick To Make Your Dining Area And Kitchen Look Bigger

Love spending time in the kitchen but hate feeling cramped up in there? Nowadays, kitchens in Singapore appear more like a narrow corridor rather than a big, airy space to cook. This is why open-concept kitchens – whereby the walls separating kitchen from dining or living room are knocked down – are gaining popularity here as an easy way to maximise space and make your kitchen a brighter, more social space.

This interior design trend is perfect for tiny Singapore HDBs and private apartments, but perhaps may not be for those who prefer more privacy when you cook. However, there are some key benefits to having an open kitchen.

Here are five good reasons to have an open kitchen in your home:

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1. Open-Concept Kitchens Create The Illusion Of More Space

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With an open kitchen, there will be no walls to separate the kitchen from the living or dining area, which helps make your home appear much bigger than it really is. Having an extended table counter or island counter as dining table will help to maximize space too!

Remember to use subtle base colors for your hall and kitchen as light colors always help to enlarge the appearance of the entire space.

2. Socialise As You Cook

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Your family members can sit around the island counter for a chit-chat while you prepare the meal or you can even talk to those seated at the living room right from the kitchen. You can also cook up large meals without feeling uncomfortable due to a lack of space.

Furthermore, when you have guests over, you can entertain them right from your kitchen too! It’s great for those who always have friends or relatives over for gatherings or parties.

3. Keep A Closer Eye On The Kids

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Children are usually running around and getting themselves into trouble. Being able to always have them within your sight makes everything much easier for parents. With an open-concept kitchen, you can always look over from the kitchen to see what they are doing and to also ensure that they are safe.

This kitchen design is also helpful if your child wants to learn how to cook! With the open space, they can sit at the extended table counter and help roll cookie dough or help you mix ingredients.

4. Increase The Amount Of Natural Light In Your Home

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Adopting an open kitchen concept allows more natural light to enter your kitchen, making it more aesthetically pleasing. A well-lit and open kitchen definitely looks more welcoming and warm compared to a small and dark space.

You may also be encouraged to make use of it more often too! Having abundant natural light can also help to save electricity during the day as you can cook without any lighting while the sun is still up. Incorporating a mixture of both artificial and natural light will not only help to reduce your electricity bills, but it is also good for you.

5. You Can Watch TV As You Cook

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This is for those of you who love watching your favorite TV show while you cook or wash the dishes. The open-concept means you’re now able to watch your favourite TV programme as you prepare meals. With the sink attached to the island counter, you can take your own sweet time to wash the dishes while you enjoy your TV drama. Now you won’t have to worry about missing the latest run of your favorite show ever again!

Text: Adelin Lydia, Loftez / Additional Reporting: Elizabeth Liew
Photos: Space Factor Pte Ltd

This article first appeared on Loftez, South East Asia’s premier social media platform for home owners, interior designers and product owners.

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