In the previous instalment of our series We have looked at single-row, double-row and L-shaped kitchens, as well as who they are best suited to. We would now like to continue this series by introducing three further kitchen layouts.
U-shaped kitchen
The essence of the U-shaped kitchen layout is that the kitchen units and other kitchen fittings are arranged along three adjacent walls of the room. There is no shortage of storage space in a kitchen like this, but this can make the overall look feel a bit cluttered. To avoid this, it is worth considering having wall units on no more than two of the three walls; instead, open shelves can be used to create a more airy feel. If you don’t fancy a completely open-plan solution, you can also opt for cupboards with glass doors. A kitchen laid out in this way is also ideal for several people to be working in the kitchen at the same time.
Tips for U-shaped kitchens
We should try to keep the wall on which the window is situated as uncluttered as possible. If we have a room of sufficient size, we can perfectly implement the kitchen triangle within it; indeed, we could even consider creating several work triangles.
Open-plan kitchen with a kitchen island
When designing open-plan living-dining-kitchen layouts, it’s worth including a kitchen island, even if only a smaller version will fit. Depending on its size, a kitchen island can accommodate a hob or a sink, but the most popular solution at the moment is to use it as a dining area. Yet it offers plenty of storage space, with room for other functions too. Surrounded by some stylish bar stools, it can provide space for get-togethers with friends, where it can function as either a bar counter or a serving counter. We’ve already written about the possibilities offered by kitchen islands in a in our previous article, if you're interested, it's worth reading that as well.
Tips for an open-plan kitchen with a kitchen island
It is worth planning separate lighting above the kitchen island, depending on how we intend to use it. If we also want to use it as a work surface, the mood lighting.
Open-plan kitchen with a peninsula
Unfortunately, most kitchens don’t have room for a full kitchen island, but that doesn’t mean we have to give up on the idea altogether. In such cases, people often opt for a so-called „half-island”. In this arrangement, one half of the ‘counter’ is usually attached to the wall or a kitchen cupboard. You probably won’t be having multi-course family dinners here, but it can be perfect for a quick breakfast or an evening glass of wine.
Tips for the peninsula
Have you ever thought about how nice it would be to create a much more spacious area by opening up your closed-off kitchen? If the structural conditions allow it, it’s worth removing one of the walls and using a peninsula to separate the two areas, each with a different function.
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