Kitchen Layouts
The kitchen layout is the most important part of the kitchen design it is important create a usable kitchen that functions correctly with day to day use. The Family kitchen is usually the 'Hub' of the home which can be a very busy place at times and must be well planned out to create a successful kitchen. Using the best layout to suite your situation is critical to optimise storage, preparation and cooking areas.
Galley Kitchen
Ideal layout where space is limited and often used in small apartments or large rooms that are long and narrow. Gallery style kitchens allow the most efficient use of space with cabinets running down either side of the room, with a walk way between the benches of a minimum of 1200mm to 1800mm walkway between the two benches. An ideal way to layout a gallery kitchen is to run all the taller cabinets down one wall e.g. Pantry's, built in Fridges or wall ovens leaving your sink and large bench spaces down the other wall.
U Shape Kitchen
One of the most flexible, better suited to a larger room. U shape kitchen layouts offer maximum bench and storage space where all 3 main walls of the kitchen are utilised with cabinetry, generally with only one door way or entrance into to kitchen.
L Shape Kitchen
A popular shape when the kitchen integrated into other open plan living areas. Suitable for all room shapes from large, long or narrow. Flexible layout when two chiefs are in the house and like to work together.
Island Kitchen (Open Planned)
A very versatile kitchen layout for the busy family. Great for entertaining but only really effective in a larger open plan room. Combines any shape kitchen with a separate work bench, which allows for multiple walk ways around the main kitchen. The island creates extra workspace to be utilised for preparation, cooking, dining or entertainment, whilst allowing a feeling of openness.
Things to consider when laying out your new kitchen
- Where do you want the appliances to be located
- Do I have enough room for a wall mounted oven or keep it under the bench
- Do I need to create additional storage space
- Do I have enough work top space
- By simply removing a non structural wall would I create a more workable space
Please feel free to contact us for a quotation and advice on planning your new kitchen.