Kitchen Designs

The heart and sole to any home is, of course, the kitchen. A kitchen can make or break any family gathering. If your kitchen is not well designed it can spell culinary and relational disaster.

Most new kitchens are open to the rest of the homes living areas. A great kitchen design includes a traditional “triangle”. As one designs a new kitchen, or plans for a remodel, plenty of counter space is a must. Another necessary consideration is cabinet and food storage matters.

The kitchen in our photos demonstrates good use of location and an open feel to the home. The kitchen is located at the far end of a large room that serves as the family’s living room. A change in flooring, like tile or hardwood, establishes a subtle distinction in rooms with out giving up a spacious open floor plan.

Every good kitchen utilizes a simple “triangle” base. Stovetop, refrigerator, and sink should promote a triangular traffic pattern. Most new homes include a wall oven in the kitchen. While not part of the traditional “triangle”, the wall oven should be conveniently located in the kitchen as well.

Counter space is a must in today’s kitchen. Chefs of all ages will appreciate lots of room to work as well as have ingredients readily available. The kitchen is also the gathering spot of many a family function and someone will inevitably end up using the extra counter space as a seat. Counter tops come in many types of material as well. Laminate, marble and concrete are just a few of the materials that counter tops are made of.

Last but not least, storage is key to a good kitchen. Dishes, utensils, small appliances, and food are all items that require a spot in a well designed kitchen. Cabinets can be made out of various kinds of wood. A unique example is the photo of our kitchen. This kitchen was designed using hickory wood. Notice how the silverware drawer is located just above the dishwasher. The pantry and refrigerator are located next to each other for easy grocery storage.

A well designed kitchen makes for a happy home.