What's the best kitchen layout for your home?

What’s the Best Kitchen Layout for Your Home?

No kitchen is the same, they come in all different shapes and sizes. And how you choose to lay out your kitchen is all about what works best for you. But we’d suggest that the best place to start is with your zoning priorities. And, think about what is important to include in your new kitchen versus what is just a nice to have. Are you an entertainer and need more bench space? Do your kids do their homework at the bench whilst you’re making dinner? Is storage the most important for you?

So what shape is the best for you and your family?

U-Shaped
Choosing a U Shaped kitchen is a great choice for families that need more storage and also spend time together in the kitchen. A U-Shaped kitchen makes use of three walls or cabinet sections. It works well as a separate area, or within an open plan design. This design allows you a good deal of benchtop space, and often a breakfast bar too.

Sometimes, this design can feel a little more cramped than other kitchen layouts. The deep corner cabinets are a little more difficult to access, but this can be fixed with cabinet accessories. You won’t generally be able to accommodate an island bench in a design like this either, unless you have a really large space.

L-Shaped
For those of you who love open plan living, the L-shaped kitchen could be the solution for you. Use a table and chairs to create a social atmosphere or put in an island bench for additional storage and benchtop space. This layout works perfectly in smaller homes and apartments.

One thing to remember when you decide to go with an L-shape ktichen is that your perfect cooking triangle will not be possible, making moving around your kitchen a little harder. If you need more workspace, you’ll definitely need to add an island.

Galley
If you’re all about maximising space, the Galley kitchen will tick all your boxes. This layout is so functional you’ll never want to leave your kitchen! The kitchen triangle is at its best in a galley kitchen, you’ll have access to everything in the shortest and fastest way. Integrate all of your appliances into your cabinetry and you’ll have a stunning space. It’s no surprise most chefs prefer to work in a Galley kitchen.

For some people, the compact design and size can be a drawback. While it’s efficient, you may prefer to have more space to move around and interact with family and friends while you cook or entertain. And you may require more storage and counter space. A small island on wheels can add space to a galley kitchen, however it requires enough room to move around it which will need to be considered when designing the kitchen floor plan. Consider opening up part of a wall so you can still interact with your guests and family whilst cooking.

Single Wall
The single wall kitchen layout has become a favourite for those living in apartments or with small spaces. Using just one wall, the cabinetry and appliances are built along it – efficiency! Designs are innovative with many clever storage solutions using vertical drawers. A single-wall kitchen is popular when paired with an island bench for more food prep and entertaining space. It’s not designed for a traditional work triangle, and it suits plain, basic cooking styles.

Single wall kitchens are best known for their compact size and in smaller apartments can even house the washing machine.

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