Preserve Valuable Counter Space in Your Small Kitchen with these Under-Cabinet Finds

I've said it before and I'll say it again: Kitchen counter space is among the most valuable real estate in your downsized home. So any time we can find a gadget or storage solution that mounts under the cabinets in our small kitchen, we're all about it. Here are a few of our favorites.

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Under Cabinet Coffee Pod Holder

Rack holding coffee pods extending from under a kitchen cabinet

I love our coffee pod carousel that sits on the counter and makes reaching for a K-Cup easy. But it takes up way too much valuable counter space. I love how this under cabinet design is tucked away when you don't need it, but is still very convenient. https://amzn.to/3T7EUCb

Under Cabinet Banana Holder

Wooden kitchen shelves with a hook holding a bunch of bananas.

They may seem like a small thing, but small things add up on your counter. Plus, you want those potassium-rich treats within easy reach. You could also use these hooks to hang garlic, peppers and other items you want to keep within easy reach. https://amzn.to/3TBaet2

Flip Down Under Cabinet Smart TV

Flip down smart TV hanging under the counter of a sleek, black and white contemporary kitchen

Whether you're following along with your favorite chef on YouTube (I'm looking at you Preppy Kitchen!) or just bingeing a new show on Netflix while you bake, this under cabinet Smart TV is perfection. https://amzn.to/4axJJe2

Anything Holder Under Cabinet Storage

Black metal basket with extending arms on a black background

Sometimes in your kitchen you just need some things within easy reach. This could hold your most-used utensils if you're short on drawer space, coffee pods, spices or condiments. I love how versatile this is. https://amzn.to/3vaQuCp

Under Cabinet Small Kitchen Utensil Hooks

Black metal hooks holding kitchen utensils attached to the bottom of a wooden shelf

Talk about convenient! Hang your most-used kitchen tools here and they are always within easy reach. This saves a lot of precious drawer space, but can add to the visual clutter. I recommend you use this as an opportunity to replace all your mismatched utensils with a sleek matching set. https://amzn.to/48ssw3Y

Under Cabinet Lid Jar Opener

Hand opening jar of strawberries using a device installed under a cabinet

Somewhere deep in my junk drawer is a gadget that's supposed to help open stubborn lids. I always figure it will take more time to fish it out than it takes struggling to open the jar. This device is super convenient and comes in even more valuable as you get older. https://amzn.to/41z53f4

Under Cabinet iPad/Tablet Mount

Black metal arm attached to the underside of a kitchen cabinet holding an iPad like tablet

If you're like me and you follow recipes you've saved on your iPad (another great way to declutter and save space), this mount is so convenient. In a small kitchen, even a tablet on the counter can use up too much space! https://amzn.to/41R02yZ