how to build a small kitchenette for a studio apartment. Do-it-yourself. where to purchase material?

Answer 1

Start with a kitchen utility cart or butchers block with storage and a pull out extension (examples below). Mount a venting microwave above this surface, you can now safely use a 2 burner hot plate to cook because the vent with dissipate the heat. The storage cupboard can be used as pantry and appliance storage. A small refrigerator, coffee maker, toaster, 3 nesting microwave safe bowls, measuring cups and spoons, a small fry pan and sauce pan, plates silverware, cooking tools. This should enable you to cook for yourself and 1 guest easily. You could use a small cupboard or open shelving beside the microwave to store any other odds and ends. A dish basin so you don't have to worry about the bathroom sink being too small.The space in a studio can be a challenge but with careful placement it can be cozy. When you don't want to look at it have a screen to block it off or hang a curtain in front of the area you can slide back.

Answer 2

I start with someplace like Home Depot or Lowe's. They install, or sell you the stuff you need to do it yourself. Check your Yellow Pages for Contractor Supply places, too.

Answer 3

www.doityourself.com should have instructions, and they also sell hardware.