When designing a kitchen, it is important to take into consideration any safety features when it comes to children. While we want a newly designed kitchen to be as sleek and aesthetic as possible, we also want it to be safe. Keep reading to learn what you can do to have a safe kitchen for children!

1. Look for sharp edges. Recognize and protect those areas, or make sure to keep children away to prevent them from getting hurt.
2. Unplug small appliances when not being used.
3. Keep spices/alcohol away in secure spaces. 
4. Make cabinet doors child resistant. 
5. Keep stove knobs covered. 
6. Lock cabinets that can be dangerous for children. That can include cabinets that store pots or pans, plastic bags, and cleaning supplies
7. Cover the outlets.
8. Keep kitchen knives away in a safe space. 

 These are just a few tips to making sure a kitchen is safe for children. But don’t forget to look into every kitchen spot and cabinet you have to be completely sure you have a child-proof kitchen!