Kitchen Layout

Kitchen Layout
Are you planning to design your kitchen? Read on to know about the kitchen layout that will suit the space.I have just moved into my house, and I can assure you that it wasn’t a cakewalk! Today, when I look at my home, I am amazed at the amount of work we actually had done within the given time frame. I especially love the kitchen, not because I love to cook, but because that it where I allowed myself the freedom to experiment keeping in mind my budget and the space available. Thankfully the time and money were well spent.

Looking for the perfect kitchen layout isn’t easy, so I thought I would share my findings with you. Hope this article helps you find the right kitchen layout!

Kitchen Layout

The Single Line Layout

This layout is a simple and a smart solution for rooms that are narrow and have one wall that is over 10 feet long sans doors and windows. The linear design of this layout is good as it allows for unimpeded traffic flow. If you are planning to include this layout in your kitchen, remember to place the sink in the middle of the platform with adequate space separating it from the range. Doing this would ensure that you don’t have to walk from one end of the room to the other so often.

The Corridor Layout

This layout offers the most efficient use of space as the two rows allow lots of room for preparation as well as moving between the activity areas. While implementing this plan, do ensure that there is enough room for opposite drawers to open at the same time. Also remember to keep the cleaning and cooking areas on the same side so that the risk of accidents while moving hot pans between the kitchen and the range are minimized.

The L-shape Layout

This layout is ideal for a family kitchen or for entertaining guests because it can easily accommodate chairs and tables in the same area. This kitchen design also benefits from the lack of through-traffic as the two adjacent walls are utilized in the design. In the L-shape layout, the sink, range and fridge should be separated by a preparation area.

The U-shape Layout

This layout makes use of the three full walls in a room. Using this layout offers the perfect working kitchen because most of the things required in the kitchen such as the range, fridge and the sink can be spaced out in such a way as to offer maximum efficiency and convenience. The U-shape of the layout also allows for large amounts of storage space and countertop.

The Island Layout

The island layout is perfect if you have more floor space available. Using this layout allows the cook to socialize while preparing the food. You could also make the island the focal point of the kitchen by including a cooktop with a canopy over the island!

Kitchen Design Tips
Place your sink(s) in an area where you have clear work surfaces to prepare food on both sides.
While planning your drawers and cupboards remember to do so around the appliances in your kitchen. Doing this will ensure that you have easy access to your everyday kitchenware and utensils.
Avoid placing appliances like dishwashers and ovens in a corner as this can create potential dead space and obstruct access to other drawers and cupboards when their doors are left open.
Include plenty of power points at various appliance locations.
When placing your fridge, do so in an area separate from the oven and hob in order to prevent potential damage caused by clashes in temperature.
When buying an oven, try and look for an eye-level one. Remember to place the oven next to other tall cabinets and a nearby heat-resistant bench surface.
Place the dishwasher near the sink as this will allow for easy loading, unloading as well as storage.