Kitchen & Bathroom Essentials for a Small Home

When space is limited, it can leave you feeling as if your renovation options are limited as well. While your kitchen might not have enough room for that floating island you dream of, and your bathroom might feel more akin to a closet than a luxury spa, that doesn’t mean you need to limit your creativity or imagination when it comes to creating a space you love.

In fact, for those who live in a small home, the key is to focus on the essentials. By carefully curating the ideal fixtures and accessories for your space, you can upgrade the style of your home without making the area feel cramped.

In this guide, discover how you can update your small kitchen and bathroom with compact yet trend-forward pieces.

An All-in-One Faucet

In small kitchens, there is often a lack of sink space for numerous faucet mounts. If you have a compact kitchen sink, adding a bridge-mount faucet or a widespread faucet is not an ideal fit. Additionally, adding accessories, such as a separate side sprayer, might leave your sink looking cramped.

The best option for a compact kitchen is a single-hole pull-down faucet. These faucets are designed with a sleek profile, which makes them perfect for tight spaces. The tall arch of the faucet allows for a luxury design while maintaining a small footprint. The best part is that with a pull-down faucet, you’ll have a sprayer built into the faucet itself. This allows you to enjoy the convenience of a side sprayer without necessitating another mount.

There are numerous designs and finishes available for a pull-down faucet, which makes it easy to improve the style of your kitchen with one simple fixture swap.

A Deep Basin Single Bowl Sink

Speaking of the kitchen sink, when space is limited, you can be left with a sink that doesn’t meet your needs. If you find yourself battling a sink that isn’t big enough for washing your pots and pans, you might feel that it’s simply an inevitability of your small space. However, a small kitchen sink doesn’t need to skimp on convenience. When working with a limited amount of width, the key is to focus on depth.

Choosing a single bowl sink with a deep basin is the best way to make the most of your kitchen. For example, the Denver 21-inch stainless steel apron-front single bowl farmhouse sink is an ideal match for a small kitchen. With only one basin, the sink won’t require a large width for installation. However, the deep basin will make it easier to keep up with the dishes. Adding to the appeal of this sink is the stunning aesthetic it offers. This is a simple way to quickly bring your kitchen up to date.

Ideally, you’ll want to pair a garbage disposal with your single-bowl sink. This will make cleanup simple and is particularly helpful when your compact kitchen lacks a dishwasher.

A Bar Sink and Faucet

For studio apartments, small flats, and in-law suites, a full kitchen sink might not be an option. In this case, the perfect solution is to install a bar sink and faucet. Bar sinks are designed to take up only 15-16 inches of space, making them a great choice when you want to add a kitchen feature to a small area. While they are tiny in size, they are not lacking in style. Take, for example, the Arcticstone 15-inch solid surface white stone under-mount sink. This compact bar sink immediately elevates the style of your living space. Pair a bar prep faucet with this new sink addition, and you can create a kitchenette in a compact area.

A Shower System

Now, it’s time to talk about your bathroom. In small homes, bathrooms are often incredibly compact, which can feel limiting in your remodeling options. However, one of the best ways to optimize your bathroom space is to install a streamlined shower system.

Bathtubs eat up a lot of space. Rather than trying to stuff a tub, toilet, and vanity into a small bathroom, it makes more sense to open up the room with a corner shower. This provides you with more room for storage in your bathroom and can dramatically improve the appearance of an outdated bathroom.

To help make your shower as luxurious as possible, consider installing a shower system that includes a hand-held shower. This will allow you to still easily wash off the dogs, bathe the kids, and clean out the shower between uses.

A Compact Bathroom Sink

As you examine the space in your bathroom, take the time to consider how much room your current sink is eating up. A cumbersome vanity or console can contribute to a cramped feel in small bathrooms.

Instead, opt for a compact sink that provides an elevated style while opening up the room. There are numerous options for compact sinks. One popular choice for small bathrooms is pedestal sinks. These sinks are one of the best options when you want to create a cleaner look in your bathroom.

Another great option is small consoles. Console sinks often mount directly to the wall and offer storage without requiring a large amount of room for installation.

In particularly small bathrooms, such as half-baths, a corner wall-mount sink can ensure hygiene while giving you more room for bathroom accessories.

Shop Kingston Brass for Bathroom & Kitchen Essentials

If you live in a small home with a compact kitchen and bathroom, you don’t need to feel limited in your ability to create a stunning space. With the right bathroom and kitchen essentials, you can transform your home by adding trendy new fixtures and components that are the perfect fit for a small space. For small homes, it’s all about prioritizing your needs and choosing stylish pieces that will create a cozy environment you love.

If you’re ready to update the look of your home, shop Kingston Brass. Through the extensive online catalog, you can discover the pieces you love at prices you’ll adore.