It seems that whether a kitchen is large or small, storage space seems to be too minimal. You can gain an additional kitchen cabinet in islands that come in a variety of functional styles.
Small appliances that you use frequently might prove to be more convenient if they are left on the counter. For instance, if you have toast every morning, would it be convenient to have to drag it out every morning? If you have the countertop space you may want to consider leaving small appliances on the counter.
Installing extensions under your existing kitchen cabinets can provide space for most any appliance which currently takes up counter space. These extensions are offered in many of the most popular cabinets such as oak, walnut, pine, etc. Think how great it would be to get your blender or toaster oven off the counter.