5 KITCHEN DESIGN TIPS: #1 Keep it compact >>> kitchens are cost-intensive areas in any project. Compact kitchens can be great powerhouses for entertaining and daily life. Be intentional about how big your design gets. #2 Choose appliances early >>> your choice of oven size and type (wall or underbench), cooktop type, fridge size, etc etc will dictate how your kitchen is best laid out and sized. Make decisions about what you want before designing, so your kitchen design accommodates them from the