Common Kitchen Layouts - there are really only five fundamental “shapes” when it comes to kitchens. 

U-SHAPED. Cabinets and appliances are arranged along three walls. This works best with the sink in the center of the “U” and the refrigerator at one end of a counter. 

L-SHAPED. Cabinets and appliances are on two walls that meet at the corner. 

CORRIDOR. Cabinets and appliances are placed on two facing walls. It’s helpful here to have the sink and the stove on the same side. 

OPEN PLAN. The traditional kitchen area is enlarged to include the family room, a dining area, and other spaces for relaxing or entertaining. 

ONE-WALL. Also known as a galley kitchen type, all cabinets and appliances are along a single wall. 

The “work triangle” can be drawn by connecting the three basic work points of the kitchen - sink, refrigerator and range. 

Our experienced kitchen designers are well versed with numerous and time-tested guidelines that will ensure efficiency, safety and comfort in your home. We refer to basic layout principles and then begin to plan how much space to leave for walkways, work aisles, seating and countertops. We also cover and anticipate minimum cabinet space depending on your kitchen size, appliance placement, ventilation, counter heights, work center configurations and a host of other important considerations. 

For example, if you follow basic guidelines for a smooth-functioning kitchen, you will leave at least 8 inches of counter space on one side of the sink and 24 inches on the other. You’ll be sure the dishwasher is positioned within three feet of the sink and you will give yourself at least three feet of countertop for food preparation. 

The hardest part of any kitchen remodeling project is getting started, so call us today to make your dream home a reality.