# Compact + Small Space Cabinetry Toronto | Toronto Elite > Small Space Cabinetry Toronto by Toronto Elite Kitchen Cabinets. Entry, bath and nook storage, Blum Tip-On, Proliner fit, 15-year warranty. Free CAD quote. URL: https://torontoelitekitchencabinets.ca/compact-space-cabinetry-toronto/ ![Shallow condo entry cabinetry with handleless white oak doors](/images/misc/shallow-condo-entry-wall-cabinetry-with-handleless.webp) Condo . Shop-built in the GTA . Blum standard # Small Space Cabinetry That Finds Storage in Every Inch Last updated: October 23, 2026 Compact projects target the awkward spaces: shallow entry walls, bulkhead voids, bathroom towers and dead corners. Push-to-open fronts and blind-corner pull-outs keep sightlines clean in tight suites and small homes. Published price $350-$500/lf Shaker per linear foot, by door style Timeline 3-5 wks Shop + install Warranty 15 years Lifetime on Blum - Shallow-depth entry and hallway storage - Blind-corner pull-outs (LeMans, Magic Corner) - Push-to-open Blum Tip-On fronts - Bulkhead and stack scribing Request a Free CAD Design + Quote [#quote-form →](#quote-form) View Pricing [#pricing →](#pricing) Priority 1-2 Day Response ## Free Compact Spaces Quote Tell us about your kitchen. We'll send a CAD layout + itemized quote within 1-2 business days. Thanks, we got your request. A designer will send your CAD layout and itemized quote within 1-2 business days. - NKBA + KCMA certified - HGTC Red Seal lead - $5M liability + WSIB - 2,100+ GTA installs - 97% satisfaction What Is Included ## What Is Included in Compact Space Cabinetry? Entry closets, bath towers, nook storage and blind-corner fixes for condos and small homes, separate from full kitchen renovations. - Shallow-depth entry and hallway storage - Blind-corner pull-outs (LeMans, Magic Corner) - Push-to-open Blum Tip-On fronts - Bulkhead and stack scribing ![LeMans blind-corner pull-out swinging out of a base cabinet](/images/content/lemans-blind-corner-pull-out-swinging-out-of-a-bas.webp) ## What Is Compact Space Cabinetry? Compact space cabinetry is storage built into the parts of a home that standard cabinets cannot use: a 12-inch-deep entry wall, the void above a hallway bulkhead, the corner of an L-shaped kitchen, the gap beside a fridge. It is a separate service from our condo kitchen renovations [/condo-kitchen-renovation-toronto/ →](/condo-kitchen-renovation-toronto/) , because many suites need storage more than they need a new kitchen. Most of this work is in downtown towers around CityPlace, Fort York and Regent Park, and in narrow Victorian houses in Little Portugal and Leslieville where hallways are tight and every alcove counts. ## Types of Compact Storage ### Entry walls A shallow run of cabinets with shoe pull-outs, a bench niche and coat storage. Built 10 to 15 inches deep so the hallway stays usable. ### Bathroom towers Linen towers beside the vanity, 12 to 15 inches deep, with push-to-open doors. ### Bulkhead and soffit cabinets Lift-up cabinets built into bulkhead voids above hallways and kitchens. Good for suitcases and seasonal items. ### Blind-corner fixes LeMans and Magic Corner pull-outs retrofitted into existing corner cabinets, or built into new ones. ### Alcove nooks Desk nooks, reading nooks and display shelving in alcoves. For full wall systems, see condo wall units [/condo-wall-units-toronto/ →](/condo-wall-units-toronto/) . ## Compact Cabinetry Pricing | Scope | Size | Price range | | --- | --- | --- | | Shallow entry wall with bench niche | 6 lf | $2,400-$3,600 | | Bathroom linen tower | 12-15 in deep | $1,200-$2,200 | | Bulkhead or alcove storage | 5 lf | $1,750-$3,000 | | Blind-corner retrofit with pull-out | Per corner | $450-$850 | > **Depth is the design decision** > > In a small space, the right depth matters more than the door style. We measure the walkway you need first, then build the deepest box that leaves it clear. ## Common Small-Space Problems We Solve ### No front closet Fixed with a shallow entry wall and shoe pull-outs. ### Dead blind corners Fixed with LeMans or Magic Corner pull-outs. ### Wasted bulkheads Fixed with lift-up cabinets on Hafele fittings. ### Handles catching in tight spaces Fixed with push-to-open Blum Tip-On. For condo reach-in closets, see condo closet systems [/condo-closet-systems-toronto/ →](/condo-closet-systems-toronto/) . ## Finding Hidden Storage in a Small Space Walk through your home and look for five kinds of wasted space. **Shallow walls** in hallways and entries, where a 10 to 15 inch deep cabinet fits without blocking the path. **Bulkheads and soffits** over hallways and kitchens, often hollow and perfect for lift-up cabinets. **Dead corners** in L-shaped kitchens. **Gaps** beside the fridge, the stove or the end of a run, where a 6 to 9 inch pull-out pantry fits. **Alcoves** beside windows and columns, where a desk or shelving nook can live. Most small suites have at least three of these. A single compact storage package can add the equivalent of a closet without changing a single wall. ## Design Rules for Small Spaces ### Depth first Choose the deepest box that still leaves the walkway clear. In a 40-inch hallway, a 12-inch cabinet leaves 28 inches, which is comfortable for one person. ### Handleless fronts Push-to-open Blum Tip-On keeps narrow spaces free of pulls that catch on bags and hips. ### Light colours and matching fronts In small rooms, fronts that match the wall colour or a pale wood visually recede. ### Full height Taking storage to the ceiling adds space without adding footprint. Lift-up doors keep high cabinets usable. ## Caring for Compact Cabinetry Tip-On mechanisms need no maintenance; if a door stops springing open, a small adjustment resets it. Pull-out pantries run on soft-close runners that carry full loads of cans and jars. Clean fronts with a damp cloth. ## Questions to Ask Before You Hire - How shallow can you build a cabinet, and how will it be anchored? - Can you add a corner pull-out to my existing cabinets? - Will the pieces fit my building's elevator? - Can you install in a single day? - What warranty covers the work? ## Compact Storage Across the GTA We build compact storage for condo suites in CityPlace, Fort York and Regent Park, narrow Victorian houses in Little Portugal and Leslieville, and small homes and townhouses across the GTA. For full kitchens in small suites, see our condo kitchen renovation [/condo-kitchen-renovation-toronto/ →](/condo-kitchen-renovation-toronto/) page. Every compact piece is built in the same shop as our custom kitchen cabinetry in Toronto [/ →](/) . Published Pricing ## How Much Does Small Space Cabinetry Cost in Toronto? All-in ranges with CNC fabrication and install. You get a written tally after laser templating and before any deposit. | Scope | Price Range | Timeline | | --- | --- | --- | | Shallow entry wall with bench niche, 6 lf | $2,400-$3,600 | 3-4 wks | | Bathroom linen tower, 12-15 in deep | $1,200-$2,200 | 3 wks | | Bulkhead or alcove storage, 5 lf | $1,750-$3,000 | 3-4 wks | | Blind-corner retrofit with pull-out | $450-$850 | 1 wk | Per Linear Foot, All-In - Shaker**$350-$500/lf** - Flat-slab wood**$400-$600/lf** - Paint-grade poplar**$500-$750/lf** Add-Ons - Blind-corner pull-out (LeMans or Magic Corner): $450-$850 - Pull-out pantry or organizer: $220-$850 each Guaranteed Transparency Written per-linear-foot quote before any deposit. 25/50/25 payment schedule. 5% off for pay-in-full. No consult fee. Materials ## Materials We Use for Compact Spaces Every material is named on your quote, so you can compare like for like. ### Shallow-depth cabinets Boxes from 10 to 15 inches deep for hallways and entries where a standard 24-inch box blocks the path. ### Blum Tip-On Push-to-open hardware so handleless fronts do not catch in narrow corridors. ### LeMans and Magic Corner Corner pull-outs that bring blind-corner contents out into the room. ### Rev-A-Shelf organizers 6 to 9 inch pull-out pantries, tray dividers and door-mounted racks. ### Hafele lift-up fittings Lift-up doors for bulkhead cabinets so they open without hitting your head. ### 45-degree corner cabinets Angled boxes for odd corners, templated with a laser. See the full door style, finish and substrate catalogue ### Door Styles - Painted MDF Shaker Classic GTA favourite - Solid wood flat-slab Walnut, white oak, maple - Raised panel Traditional, formal - Mitred profile Transitional - Inset Heritage, true-to-period - Paint-grade poplar Full custom colour ### Finishes + Hardware - Benjamin Moore Advance + Scuffx paint Hard-curing paint for painted doors - Rubio Monocoat + Osmo natural oil Low-sheen oil for walnut and oak - UV-cured conversion varnish Chip and moisture resistant topcoat - Blum Legrabox + Blumotion hardware Standard on every job - Richelieu + Top Knobs pulls Brass, black, nickel, leather - Rev-A-Shelf pull-outs + organizers Waste, spice, corner, pantry ### Box Substrates - Baltic Birch plywood Standard boxes; sink bases marine-grade - Moisture-resistant HDF Bath vanities and laundry rooms - Melamine-faced ply Budget tier and bulk-unit programs Open the materials page [/materials/ →](/materials/) Why Toronto Elite ## Why Choose Toronto Elite for Compact Spaces? ### Storage in the voids We look for space in bulkheads, corners and alcoves that most designs ignore. ### Shallow where it matters Boxes built to the depth your hallway can spare, not a standard size. ### Clean, handleless fronts Blum Tip-On push-to-open keeps narrow spaces free of pulls. ### Corner pull-outs LeMans and Magic Corner units turn blind corners into usable storage. ### Condo-ready logistics Small, elevator-friendly pieces and quick installs. ## Not sure if you need refacing or new boxes? A designer can tell from a few photos. You get an honest read and a written range, with no consult fee. Get a Free CAD Quote [/contact/#quote-form →](/contact/#quote-form) Request a Callback [/contact/#quote-form →](/contact/#quote-form) Process ## How Does a Compact Storage Project Work? CAD, laser, CNC, install. The order never changes, because each step protects the next one. 1. 01 / Step ### Space audit We walk the suite and list every wasted void: entries, corners, bulkheads and alcoves. 2. 02 / Step ### Laser measure + CAD Proliner templating and a 3D layout for each space, with clearances for doors and walkways. 3. 03 / Step ### Shop build Shallow boxes and pull-outs built and finished in 2-4 weeks. 4. 04 / Step ### Install Usually a single day on site, with elevator booking for condos. ![Before: bare condo entry wall with shoes on the floor in CityPlace](/images/misc/before-bare-condo-entry-wall-with-shoes-piled-on-t.webp) Before ![After: shallow white oak entry cabinetry with a bench niche in CityPlace](/images/misc/after-12-inch-deep-white-oak-entry-cabinetry-with-.webp) After Before + After Case Study ## CityPlace Suite Storage Package CityPlace . Fort York Blvd tower A 590 sq ft one-bedroom with no front closet and a bathroom with one shelf. We built a 12-inch-deep entry wall with a bench niche and shoe pull-outs, a 13-inch linen tower beside the vanity and lift-up cabinets in the bulkhead over the hallway. Every piece came up the elevator in one trip and was installed in a day. Materials Flat-slab white oak veneer, Blum Tip-On, Hafele lift-ups, Rev-A-Shelf shoe pull-outs Size 6 lf entry + linen tower + 5 lf bulkhead Turnaround 3 wks + 1 day install Project value $5,800-$7,600 See all 10 GTA case studies [/projects/ →](/projects/) Our Work ## Recent Compact Spaces Work Across the GTA Click any photo to enlarge. Browse the before + after gallery [/gallery/ →](/gallery/) Client Reviews ## What Clients Say About Our Compact Spaces Named neighbourhoods, real scopes. Ask us for references on any project type. > "We had no front closet. Now there is a bench, shoe pull-outs and coat storage in 12 inches of depth." Jasmine L. CityPlace condo owner > "The bulkhead cabinets hold all our suitcases. I did not know that space existed." Mark E. Fort York condo owner > "A 6-inch pull-out pantry beside the fridge and a LeMans corner. Small kitchen, much more storage." Carla D. Little Portugal homeowner > "They built a desk nook in an alcove with floating shelves. One day install, very tidy." Tyrone B. Regent Park condo owner > "Our blind corner was a black hole. The Magic Corner retrofit brought everything out." Nina H. Mount Dennis homeowner Got Questions? ## Compact Space Cabinetry FAQs ### How much does small space cabinetry cost in Toronto? Compact projects use our per-linear-foot rates: Shaker $350-$500/lf, flat-slab $400-$600/lf and paint-grade $500-$750/lf. A shallow 6 lf entry wall runs $2,400-$3,600; a blind-corner retrofit with a pull-out runs $450-$850. ### How shallow can cabinets be? We build boxes from about 10 inches deep, which suits entries, hallways and linen towers. The depth is set by what you need to store and how much walkway you need to keep. ### What is a blind-corner pull-out? A fitting such as a LeMans or Magic Corner that swings or slides corner contents out into the room, so you do not have to reach into the back of a dead corner. ### Can you add storage without a full renovation? Yes. Compact projects are stand-alone. We add entry, bath and nook storage without touching your kitchen. ### How long does it take? 3-5 weeks from CAD sign-off, and most installs take a single day. ### Do you use handles in small spaces? Often not. Blum Tip-On push-to-open fronts avoid pulls catching on bags and hips in narrow corridors. ### Do condo boards need to approve this work? Smaller millwork usually needs only an elevator booking, but some buildings ask for notice. We check your rules first. ### Is compact cabinetry under warranty? Yes. 15 years on box joinery, 5 years on paint-grade finish and lifetime on Blum hardware. Still have a question? Send photos and rough sizes. A designer replies within 1-2 business days. Ask a Cabinet Expert [/contact/#quote-form →](/contact/#quote-form) Keep Planning ## Services That Pair With Compact Spaces ![Renovated condo galley kitchen with white oak cabinets and a city view](/images/misc/renovated-toronto-condo-galley-kitchen-with-flat-s.webp) ### Condo Kitchen Renovation Compact galley and L-shape kitchens for 600-1,200 sq ft suites, with board submission, elevator-fit sizing and rush scheduling for closings. View service [Condo Kitchen Renovation →](/condo-kitchen-renovation-toronto/) ![Condo reach-in closet with double hang, drawers and LED lighting](/images/misc/condo-reach-in-closet-behind-open-sliding-doors-wi.webp) ### Condo Closet Systems Reach-in and small walk-in closet upgrades for condo suites, with elevator-fit panels and LED-lit rods. View service [Condo Closet Systems →](/condo-closet-systems-toronto/) ![Walnut and fluted oak condo media wall with a floating console](/images/misc/condo-living-room-media-wall-in-walnut-and-fluted-.webp) ### Condo Wall Units Media walls, Murphy beds and storage walls for condo suites, anchored correctly into concrete or steel-stud walls. View service [Condo Wall Units →](/condo-wall-units-toronto/) ## Don't See Your Neighbourhood? Full GTA from Burlington to Pickering, Aurora to Caledon. Send us your address and room sizes for a free CAD quote. Free CAD Quote [/contact/#quote-form →](/contact/#quote-form) Call Shop [/contact/#quote-form →](/contact/#quote-form) All Service Areas [/service-areas/ →](/service-areas/) ![](/images/misc/wide-view-of-a-finished-toronto-kitchen-with-walnu.webp) CAD layout + itemized quote in 1-2 business days ## Ready to Plan Your Compact Spaces? Book a design visit for compact space cabinetry anywhere in the GTA. CAD layout and itemized quote within 1-2 business days. Request a Free CAD Design + Quote [/contact/#quote-form →](/contact/#quote-form) Request a Callback [/contact/#quote-form →](/contact/#quote-form) - 15-year workmanship warranty - Written tally before any deposit - $5M liability + WSIB