choose your
layout
Once you know how much space you have to work
with, you then need to choose your layout. It may
be based on the kitchen you’re replacing or it may be
a totally new design. Just remember to allow enough
space in-between benchtops to allow for opening
cabinet doors and traffic in the kitchen. Wherever
possible, try to incorporate the working triangle.
U-shape kitchen
L-shape kitchen
L-shape island kitchen
The U-shape is most commonly
suited to larger kitchen spaces
and is the perfect layout for
families who spend lots of time
in the kitchen.
The L-shape kitchen suits open
plan living areas, smaller areas
and long rooms. It also enables
you to move freely between the
various areas within the kitchen
and gives you great benchtop
working space.
An island in this format is most
suited to larger, more spacious
kitchens. Additional cabinets and
benchtop work space also makes
this kitchen family friendly and an
entertainers paradise.
working
triangle
straight line kitchen
galley kitchen
The straight line kitchen is ideal
for small and narrow kitchen
areas, but can also comfortably
accommodate larger kitchens.
It’s a simple kitchen design and
is often the most inexpensive in
relation to other kitchen layouts.
The galley kitchen is a functional
kitchen design that allows you
to reach all areas of the kitchen
with minimal walking distance.
A galley kitchen is a modern and
contemporary kitchen design
and the choice of many chefs.
This is the distance between your
cooktop, fridge and sink. The
most effective work spaces allow
1200mm between each of these
stations and minimises movement
in the kitchen.
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