When space is tight, a clever strategy is to annex the area under a staircase. Here are five kitchens that maximize below-stairs space.
Above: A kitchen in Scandinavia, via Emma's Design Blogg.
Above: A Scandinavian house features kitchen storage shelves under the stairs; via Flickr.
Above: A kitchen in London via Homes and Gardens magazine.
Above: A kitchen in a Shoreditch loft, via Beach Studios.
Above: Appliance and food storage under the stairs, via Ideal Home Magazine.