6 Basic Kitchen Layout

There are three major work centers in the kitchen, the storage center (refrigerator), the clean-up/preparation
center (sink) and the cooking center (oven). Arranging these work centers in a layout forming the WORK TRIANGLE
helps in minimizing the length of trips you make from one work center to another, saving time and energy. Learn
how to choose the right kitchen layout for yourself by familiarizing yourself with the basics.
1.Galley Kitchen- parallel kitchen, It is ideally suited for small spaces and serves as a perfect one-cook
kitchen. It comprises two parallel walls opposite each other with a walkway in between, which is why it’s
called as a walkthrough kitchen. That makes it easier to design cabinets, as you no longer have to
concern yourself with corner cabinets.Places the three work centers on two counters opposite each
other. Suited for long, narrow and rectangular-shaped areas, commonly found in condominium units,
apartments, and townhouses.
2. One-Wall Kitchen
Locates all three work centers on one counter, with the sink placed at the center. The work centers
should never be placed directly beside one another in order to have free counter top space between
them. However, it is never a good idea to place the workstations side by side, as you wouldn’t have any
free countertop space between them. This works well in very small spaces -- like a studio or one-
bedroom unit
3. Peninsula Peninsula kitchens mainly contain a connected island. It provides a free-standing workspace
that can serve as a countertop, storage or eating area. Unlike an island, the freestanding space is
accessible from three sides. Other than that, the peninsula kitchen offers all the benefits of an island
kitchen while utilizing less floor space in comparison.Kitchen
Addresses a lack of wall space. If you have enough floor space, you may add an extended counter
perpendicular to the existing counter to house the sink or the range. You can also use it as a space-
saving dining nook.
4. U-Shaped Kitchen-horseshoe kitchen layout
this style has three walls of cabinets and appliances. Choose this layout if you have large kitchen space
or are likely to spend a lot of your time in the kitchen. It provides the additional floor, counters and
cabinet space, creating an efficient work triangle that helps save time and energy when cooking meals.
This layout distributes three work centers among separate counters forming a "U". It is the most
efficient, and works if you have at least eight feet in room width and length. The work triangle created
allows a logical sequence of work centers with minimum distances between them.
5. L-Shaped Kitchen
Ideal for small family homes, it serves you best if you have small floor space. The layout utilizes two
walls in an L-shape for cabinets, countertops, and appliances, which provide an efficient design for the
integration of the three workstations. If you have space left over, then you can also accommodate a
small dining table or an island as suited to your needs.
This layout occupies two walls in the room forming an "L". It works in areas with doors or windows on
two walls of the room as well as provides extra floor space for other activities such as eating or ironing.
6. Island Kitchen
Island kitchens add more work and storage space to a kitchen. You can utilize the island for cabinet
space, appliances, the sink, countertops, or a place a place to eat. An island has the power to evolve L-
shaped kitchens into a horseshoe layout, and one walled kitchen into galley styled ones.
But make sure that you have enough kitchen space and clearance before deciding on an island layout.
Has an additional counter located at the center of the room that may house a sink or range. The "island"
can also function as a breakfast or snack bar. Should be large enough for counter space on both sides of
the sink or range. Apt for large, square kitchens in big houses and spacious condominiums
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