The small size that kitchens most often have forces owners to carefully think through storage in the kitchen area so that not a single useful centimeter of space is wasted.
However, one area often goes unnoticed – the empty space above the refrigerator.
Expert of the online publication BelNovosti, designer Yulia Tychino, offers several ideas for the useful use of this space.
Additional locker
Try extending the top row of cabinets to match the width of the refrigerator – this way you will not only take up empty space, but also give the kitchen set a finished and harmonious look.
Shelves
There is a simpler and cheaper way to reorganize free space - hang shelves above the refrigerator for things that are rarely used - stocks of kitchen towels, small household appliances, etc.
Library
Soups and mashed potatoes with cutlets are, of course, good, but sometimes you want to surprise your loved ones with something more original. Pies, pasta with an unusual sauce, dolma - recipes for these and many other dishes can be found in a cookbook, which should always be at hand.
Use the space above the refrigerator to create a mini library. You can attach a shelf and neatly arrange printed publications or use a special book organizer.
You can also put the books in a box and place it on the refrigerator if your culinary literature is old and looks unpresentable.
Bottle holder
If you collect alcohol and always have a few bottles of wine, cognac or champagne in your house, you can buy a special refrigerator for alcohol, allocate space in the cabinet or equip a wine rack.
The last option will look perfect above the refrigerator. The stand will allow you to compactly place your entire alcohol collection and protect fragile bottles from children and pets.
Previously, we talked about what needs to be done in an apartment before renting it out.
Expert: Julia Tychino
