Take a tour around this colourful kitchen

With a small budget and small space to work with, the owners of this Victorian semi had to plan carefully. They couldn't afford to extend their kitchen but a few simple updates were all it took to create a stylish space that works for them.

1/6 Clever face-lift

2/6 Kitchen before

This before shot shows the kitchen prior to the makeover. The dated pine units were updated with a lick of paint, worktops replaced and a new floor and tiles fitted. The owners were keen to add more storage but without altering the layout.

3/6 Improved layout

Swapping a separate fridge and freezer for a single slimline model left room for a unit next to the cooker. The butcher's block was £35 from Ikea - the owners painted it to match the other units and topped it with a new worktop.

4/6 Paint effect

Like the units, the pine plate rack was revamped with a lick of paint. The owners painted them a slightly darker shade than the walls to add depth.

5/6 Home-made touches

The owner saved money by making her own blind and sink curtain from ticking fabric.

6/6 Smart storage

In a small kitchen you need to maximise storage so the owners added a second shelf to this unit. The baskets help keep the open space clutter-free and fit the country scheme perfectly.

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