6 Types Of Kitchen Layouts And Which One Should You Go For
We look at 6 types of kitchen layouts so you can see which one suits your family size and the design of your house.
17/08/2020
Kitchens are the most important and probably the most frequently used place in the house. This is where the family gathers after a long day to relax, eat and spend time with each other. So, it's very important to make sure that the layout and design of your kitchen is such that it fulfills not only the ergonomic purpose but the social purpose too!
Here we explain 6 types of kitchen layouts so you can see which one suits your family size and house’s structure!
1. Island Kitchen
This layout suits anyone with a big family and considerable space. The island offers your extra counter space, storage space and a makeshift dining table which can also be used as a workstation with an opportunity to always stay connected with your living room.
The island can incorporate a built-in hot plate, prep bowl and bar or wine fridge anything that you need but experts at Kitchen Infinity advise that an island works considerably better without these additions. If you have a large space, this is the best way to divide it in smaller workable spaces.
2. Peninsula Kitchen
Peninsula kitchen basically converts an L-shaped kitchen into a connected Island. This is one of the most used layouts and the most practical one too. The peninsula serves as a divider either between your living room or dining area.
Such a layout has plenty of space to offer and is fit for houses that don’t have a space large enough for an island but still want one. It doesn’t impede traffic flow in a constricted space and offers the same or sometimes even more storage and cabinet space as an Island.
3. Galley Kitchen
If you love conventional homes with a medieval vibe, this layout will suit you. Small apartments and narrow terrace houses which have a small separate kitchen should choose this plan. A galley has a corridor in the middle and all the essential countertops and appliances are placed on the two sides.
It’s like a closet for your kitchen!
Planning and designing a galley kitchen is a tricky task. Two rows of cabinets facing each other with ample space between give the opportunity for more than one or two cooks to work easily at the same time.
4. L-Shaped Kitchen
A practical layout which suits both small and large spaces. Cabinets along two perpendicular walls allow you to utilize all the corners. Maybe add a walk-in pantry in the corner to complete your kitchen.
This is a very stylish and functional style that many people prefer; however, don’t choose an L-shaped layout if you have a large space. Try taller cabinets touching the ceilings in this kitchen and make it more modern!
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5. U-Shaped Kitchen
Also referred to as the Horseshoe layout, the U-shaped layout provides a three-sided storage and countertops. If your family loves to hangout in the kitchen and you have a big enough space, you should definitely go for this. This layout lays a faultless ground for your work triangle, allowing you to move around easily with everything in reach.
The continuous countertops allow you to have more than one workstation and cook more meals at a time. Moreover, to maximize your storage and keep your countertops clutter free, you can conceal the microwave in a base or wall cabinet and store large cooking essentials in a corner lazy susan.
6. The One Wall Kitchen
Personally, I love this layout. Perfect for studio apartments, the way it adds sophistication and style to your kitchen without compromising on functionality is absolute brilliance. Consisting of cabinets installed against a single wall with upper and lower cabinets with shelves over the base cabinets, your kitchen will become the epitome of sleek and stylish.
The traditional work triangle will obviously
not fit here but try experimenting with new
things! If
you need more space in the kitchen in
this layout, make sure your cabinets go up to
the ceiling or use that space for storing lesser
used items.
Now that you know the available
layouts, go ahead and start designing your
kitchen!