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Small spaces like this are often created in more traditional styles of cabinets with corner features that prevent the front doors from reaching edge to edge. Rather than letting that space go to waste or compromising the look, use the extra sliver of space for a little charging nook. You can also include a whiteboard for daily reminders and notes.
6. Shallow CabinetsSimilar to a tip-out drawer, a shallow cabinet like this can be a great way to use a thin space left at the end of a larger cabinet. A simple cabinet with doors is generally a less expensive solution than drawers and offers plenty of functionality. Include a deep lip on your interior shelves and you won’t have to worry about large items falling off.
1. Take charge. Designer Tracey Stephens was tasked with creating a retro-style kitchen that features vintage furniture and checkerboard floors for a New Jersey family of four. But the requirements of the technology age were not lost on the design. The kitchen includes a drawer with a built-in charger, complete with regular and USB outlets. “It’s so nice not to have all of those devices out and dealing with cords all the time,” homeowner Jody Suden says. Drawer charging station: Docking Drawer 18MoreHow to Refresh Your Kitchen on Any BudgetStash It All: Know the 3 Zones of Kitchen Storage
Electrical plugs installed inside the cabinets. These are great for using hair dryers and straighteners while making sure they stay off the counter when they’re not in use. Some companies make drawers and cabinet inserts specifically for this purpose.
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