In the past, the kitchen was just a place for cooking. It was very rarely open to guests, and it was not a place where one would spend too much time. That’s why we did not pay much attention to the design, technical solutions, and the arrangement of kitchen elements and appliances. The kitchen of today is a gathering place for the whole family. It is the soul of the home, a place that expresses the lifestyle of those who live there.
More and more often, the kitchen occupies a large part of the space in a home, unlike before when it was the other way around. This change leads to different kitchen planning, as well as the house itself, and thus changes how the owners can arrange it. Kitchen remodeling is a process that requires a lot of investment of time, effort, and finances. We have to bring the plan to perfection. We must know how we want to use the available space and give it the right energy. When we remodel a kitchen, we create a space to express ourselves through the cooking.
Most Common Types of Kitchen Layouts
Every home has its own space that will need to grow into a kitchen. Its design is individual, and what works for one home does not necessarily work for another. However, this part of the blog will present the most common layouts when doing a kitchen remodel. Every design you are about to read for, and more, can be a part of your home with Bluegrass Haven.
Island Kitchen Layout
The size of the kitchen in the modern home makes the island design possible. In these kitchens, all the elements are arranged on the sides of the room, similar to a U-shaped kitchen layout, and in the middle, there is a space for a so-called island that can be used as a place to eat, as a bar, or simply as a place where people gather. This way of arrangement makes the kitchen a multifunctional place and allows enough space for storage, as well as for kitchen elements.
Parallel Kitchen
This layout is more suitable when we are dealing with a smaller rectangular space for the kitchen. The elements and appliances are placed parallel to the two longer sides of the room. This is one way to maximize the space’s efficiency. An additional advantage is organization because everything is aligned in a straight line, and you do not need to move too much to get to the necessary item.
Straight Kitchen
The straight design is characterized by the fact that all technology, as well as the kitchen storage elements, are placed in one line. Most often, the refrigerator is at one end, the sink is in the middle, while the stove and possibly the microwave are at the opposite end. That is why this layout is also called a single-wall layout. Because the entire kitchen is in a straight line, this design allows for an uninterrupted work surface in food preparation and easier cleaning.
L-Shaped Kitchen
An L-shaped kitchen is suitable for small to medium-sized spaces. This layout allows for a work triangle for preparation, cooking, and cleaning. It uses the space in the corner very well, but we need exceptional planning to make this design perfect.
Open Kitchen
An open kitchen is a space that blends in with another room, usually the living room or the dining room. This layout suits apartments that are limited in space, which does not allow them to have an isolated kitchen in a separate space.
U-Shaped Kitchen
The U-shaped layout consists of three walls, along the length of which are placed the kitchen elements and appliances. This arrangement frees up a lot of space in the middle and naturally gives the so-called triangle ideal for every kitchen remodel: the fridge, sink, and stove. All three elements can be within your reach, something that all the other designs we have covered so far have struggled to achieve.
Advantages of U-Shaped Kitchen Remodeling
U-shaped kitchens are the most practical and create the most space. They are entertaining, allowing more people to be in them without cluttering the space. There are plenty of different ways you can remodel your kitchen into a U-shaped one. Here are some more advantages of this layout.
Efficiency and Functionality
Efficiency and functionality are the main advantages of the U-shaped kitchen. They come mainly from the triangle of fridge, sink, and stove, and the fact that all three elements are easily accessible in this layout. All the elements needed for preparation, cooking, and cleaning are within easy reach, making this design the best for every kitchen remodel.
The U-Shaped Kitchen Reduces Congestion and Is User-Friendly
The fact that this kitchen has two corners and three sides opens up a lot of space. More people can work at once without entering each other’s personal space and interfering with each other. People can move more freely in this kind of arrangement, reducing congestion. This is very important if we need to prepare a large amount in a short time interval.
Opening this particular space also means there is enough working area on the countertops. The three U-shaped walls also provide enough space for storage in the cabinets and other elements, such as drawers, which is crucial when designing any kitchen. The storage elements leave your countertops clear of items, also providing good organization and enough room for kitchen tools and appliances. Everything is easily accessible, making the U-shaped layout user-friendly.
Easy To Install Island or a Different Seating Area
The U-shaped layout is ideal for social gatherings by the countertops. Still, considering you have enough space, you can add a kitchen island, completely transforming your kitchen into a new, multifunctional room. Opting for this can clutter your kitchen, taking away some of the advantages that come with freeing up the space in the middle, but it can be a decent option to have.
Choose Us To Help Create Your Dream Kitchen
To sum it all up, choosing a U-shaped kitchen layout means you’re setting yourself up for success. This design offers top-notch functionality, easy movement, and lots of space. It makes everything from cooking big meals to grabbing a quick snack simple and efficient, with everything you need right within arm’s reach. Whether you want to add an island for more prep space or need better storage solutions to keep things tidy, we at SemBro Design & Supply are ready to help. Choose us for your remodel, and let’s create a kitchen that makes cooking and spending time together a real joy.
