Kitchen Layouts
Flow is an important element to consider when planning your kitchen space.
There are several ways you can lay out your kitchen.
U-shaped Layout U-shaped Kitchen — If you choose a U-shaped kitchen, a peninsula with no upper cabinets will give you ideal site lines to dining and living areas. If you have room, consider adding an island for additional work surfaces and storage.
L-shaped with Island Layout L-shaped Layout L-shaped Kitchen — The L-shaped kitchen layout works well any size space and works perfectly in an open-concept floor plan. If you have room, adding an island is ideal for extra work and storage space. Islands are a common gathering space and have multiple uses. If you add an island, consider leaving a minimum 42-inch space from the island cabinets to the perimeter cabinets should be left for proper flow. 48 inches should be left if several people use the kitchen at the same time.
Galley-style Layout Galley-style Kitchen — A galley kitchen requires insightful planning. In a galley kitchen, you typically have two straight runs of cabinets. If you have the opportunity, open one side of your kitchen to the living space. This will leave a run of cabinets on the remaining wall, and open the corresponding area for an island, which will divide the kitchen from the living area. It will also increase your work surface. Ensure you have at least 42 inches, between the two sides of your kitchen.
