The kitchen is considered the heart of the home. Even if you don’t have gourmet cooking skills, the kitchen is a space that the majority of people like to entertain in and where they enjoy spending time with their family. While aesthetics are an important factor, the way the kitchen works is even more important. The layout of the kitchen is going to make a huge impact on the efficiency of the kitchen. A poorly designed layout can result in you having to retrace your steps constantly and spending more time trying to get things done than enjoying the space. Some tips to help ensure an efficient kitchen design in West Chester, PA. is created are found here.
Create the “Work Triangle”
There are three primary components of every kitchen that make up the essential ‘work triangle.’ The refrigerator where you store your food, the sink where food is washed and the oven or stove where the food will be cooked. When creating a floorplan for the kitchen, you should try to lay out these three features in a triangle. Ideally, you want to go to the refrigerator, directly to the sink, and then stove in a simple, unobstructed path. If you are having to retrace your steps or go around obstacles to get to these different kitchen features, then you have an inefficient layout.
Layout the Work Surfaces
The work surface or the countertop area needs to be located in each of the work triangle stations. This means that there is a counter between the refrigerator and sink and between the stove and sink. In a smaller kitchen, the work area in each space may not be a possibility due to limited space. However, the more working areas you can add, the better. You should also consider installing a multifunctional workspace if space inside the kitchen is limited.
Install a Kitchen Island
In bigger kitchens, a kitchen island will help to cut down on having to travel too far to each portion of the work triangle. You should think about placing one, or several, of the work triangle functions at this island. If you have a sink at the island it will prevent you from having to walk so far each time you need something. An island will also be able to provide storage underneath, while serving as an extra workspace.
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