Friday 17 January 2014

6 Most Popular Kitchen Designs

When you plan to build a kitchen, comfort, efficiency and functionality are qualities you want to factor in. Preparing food takes time and you want to cook the best meals in utmost comfort. That’s why a kitchen’s design is crucial for functionality.

Placement of the work stations at the right place improves workflow in the kitchen, giving you more space. Having food storage and food preparation next to or close to each other allows a better flow in cooking. It is important that these essential spots are not placed near cleaning agents and waste to avoid food poisoning. Ideally, pots and pans should be placed in between these places. You can choose to place your cutlery anywhere you want. For examples of kitchen designs and work station positions, here are some of the most popular designs: 





This design is typically found in small houses. It is a very basic design and ideal for long and narrow kitchens. It also adapts well to open plan arrangements. This style functions well by keeping all the appliances, cooking tools and ingredients within reach.



The L shape is simple, handy and efficient. It is great for corner space and efficient for small and medium kitchens. This layout is able to incorporate multiple work stations and no through traffic to disrupt work zones.


U shape is an efficient kitchen for one primary cook. It maintains a good workflow and versatile design for small, medium or large kitchens. With one end closed off, it allows traffic to pass in and out without disturbing the main work area. More counter space can be positioned in this design.

Island Kitchen is an excellent choice for those who like to interact and socialize with friends and family while cooking, etc. It also incorporates extra counter space; instead of making the kitchen look cramped. An island can be mixed with any other kitchen designs.


The Galley kitchen or known better as corridor kitchen is the most efficient design for a narrow kitchen space. This design is great for rectangular space and very efficient for small kitchen space. The most important is, this design can divide the kitchen into multiple work stations. 


G-shape kitchen is an enhanced version of the U-shape kitchen. It is perfect for those who like to have a lot of cabinets and storage space. It is ideal for larger families and multiple cooks can work together at the same time.





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