Basic Kitchen Layout
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UNDERSTANDING THEBASIC KITCHEN LAYOUT
Most basic lay-out principles
Work triangle2
Work triangleimaginary line drawn from each ofthe three primary work station Food storage stationPreparation/cooking stationClean-up stationBy drawing these lines
*You can assess the distance required to move to and from each area*determine how will the traffic flowTo avoid traffic flow problems-work triangle should have a perimeter that measures less than 26 feet.SIX PRIMARY KITCHEN LAYOUT SHAPES
1. U-SHAPED KITCHENPopular in large and small homes
Perfect for families who use their kitchens a great deal
Provides plenty of counter space
Efficient work triangle
Can convert one cabinet leg into a breakfast bar U-SHAPED KITCHEN2. l-shaped kitchen
Most flexible and most popular providing a compact triangle
*Very flexible layout design*major appliances can be placedIn a variety of areas*work areas are close to each otherl-shaped kitchen
3. Island option
Create a wealth of extra counter and storage space
* an island can be an indispensable food preparation station or act asbutcher block area*an ideal place to add an extra sink or an island grill Island option4.g-shaped kitchen
Built much like the U-shaped with the addition of an elongated partial wall.
g-shaped kitchenIdeal for larger families needingextra storage space
Plenty of counter and cabinetspace
Multiple cooks can function well in this layout
Can convert one cabinet leg into a breakfast bar or entertaining area5. Corridor/galley kitchen
Great for smaller kitchens
Corridor/galley kitchenAppliances are close to one another
Easy for one cook to maneuver
Can easily convert to a U-shape by closing off one end6. Single wall/pullman kitchenDesigned for homes or apartments and offers a very open and airy feel
Ideal for apartments and smaller homes
Works well with the open designs found in many contemporary homes
Can be enhanced with the addition of an islandSingle wall/pullman kitchen
HAPPY LEARNING