How To Layout A Kitchen

• If the space allotted for your kitchen is long and narrow, you can go for the basic “one-walled” kitchen design. Remodeling of such a space is quite inexpensive and proper workspace can be arranged by using basic kitchen equipments and apparatus.
• A slight variation of the “one-walled” design is the “L-shaped” kitchen design. This pattern is very popular among the masses and allows ample working space, without any trafficking and crowding problems.
• A highly functional and highly evolved kitchen layout plan is the “double L shaped’ kitchen pattern. This layout not only allows for dual working areas but also ensures comfortable and easy working within the space. The larger “L” has ample of open counter space, as the cook top from this area is shifted to the smaller “L” workstation, unlike the single “L” work space. Also, sinks are installed in each of the workstations, making work easier and faster.
• Another functional kitchen layout plan is the “corridor” pattern, with the installation of counters on both the sides. Although this design is great for the setting up of cabinets and counters, crowding may be a major problem that may occur between the two workstations. This pattern, however, is highly affordable and is widely preferred by the masses.
• The “U shaped” pattern is another kitchen layout pattern, which is very similar with the corridor pattern, except that there is a closed end between the two workstations, for the installation of a sink or a range.
• After deciding on the particular pattern or layout, start fixing the counters and cabinets. There are three basic counter layout patterns, namely the perimeter pattern, the peninsula pattern and finally the island pattern.
• You can proceed to the arrangement of the “kitchen triangle” i.e. the arrangement of the sink, oven or stove and the refrigerator. This triangle should not be more than 9 feet or less than 4 feet for a proper and comfortable working space.

Tip

• Correctly estimate the total area allotted for the kitchen space and make a blue print of the area on a piece of grid paper. This will help you plan the arrangements properly and in a systematic manner.