PublishedMay 16, 2022 1:01 AM EDT
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Keeping a kitchen organized is a universal struggle, whether you’re cramming into a studio or spreading out in the suburbs. For three renovations orchestrated by Sweeten, the magic wasn’t matching canisters or Pinterest-worthy open shelves. Instead, these kitchens stay sane thanks to cleverly hidden features that work overtime through weeknight dinners and holiday cookie marathons.
Paper towels are the perennial losers in the countertop real estate game, constantly pushed aside by the coffee maker, knife block, or that utensil caddy you never use. The fix? Carve a niche into your cabinetry and mount a rod inside. Your towels live right by the sink without cluttering the one patch of counter you actually need.
Why leave a sad half wall blank when it could be working for you? Architect Brett Masterson wrapped the cabinets around the corner of this 44-square-foot kitchen, creating a sneaky drop zone for extra glassware and seasonal gadgets. The result: everyday items stay within arm’s reach, while the holiday cookie cutters and fancy champagne flutes camp out nearby but out of the way.
Stylish dish racks are basically unicorns. Foldable ones turn your counter into a lake, and the over-the-sink kind hijacks your faucet. A built-in drainage rack above the basin is the real MVP: wash a plate, park it overhead, and let the water drip exactly where it belongs. No puddles, no soggy counter, no regrets.
Kate McGregor covers everything related to the home, from design inspiration to IKEA hacks. She has been the market assistant at ELLE Decor where she focused on curating product for the print magazine’s market pages.
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