This kitchen emerged from a 5 m² constraint, demanding precision in every decision. The approach was subtractive—eliminating suspended cabinets and open shelving to preserve spatial clarity. In minimal spaces, concealing disorder expands perception.Each element found its exact place through methodical testing: microwave below counter to free work surface, integrated dish drainer with dedicated drainage, sliding doors preserving circulation, countertop-integrated extractor.Mid-century principles informed the language—not as nostalgia, but as system. Natural wood contrasts with stainless steel, glazed tile defines the work zone. The PH lamp by Louis Poulsen and Stool 64 by Alvar Aalto complete the vocabulary with timeless clarity.