When designing a kitchen, it’s important to consider the layout very carefully. The layout will determine how convenient it will be for you to work in the kitchen. You’ve probably already heard about the kitchen triangle, which is the most-used layout in home kitchens. Meanwhile, there’s also what are known as kitchen zones, which are mostly used in larger restaurant kitchens.
Which layout is better? DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Ogden, a kitchen renovations specialist, gives the lowdown on kitchen triangles and zones to help you choose.
What Is a Kitchen Triangle
The kitchen triangle is a concept that originated back in the 1940s, when kitchen appliances were big yet the spaces were small. Back then, the kitchen was considered to be an area for cooking alone—no eating! The kitchen triangle connects three main components: the sink, refrigerator and range.
The kitchen triangle seeks to let the home cook move around easily and quickly. As a rule of thumb, the distance between the three components can be anywhere from four to nine feet. Less than four feet and the space will be too cramped, while going beyond nine feet will make moving around too taxing.
What Are Kitchen Zones?
The kitchen zone layout is essentially an evolution of the kitchen triangle. In recent years, home kitchens have grown larger. Kitchen appliances have also become more and more compact, leaving more room for countertops. But as the open kitchen layout has grown in popularity, it has become a challenge to follow the sink-fridge-range triangle.
By dividing a roomier kitchen into zones, the area becomes more efficient and functional. A zoned kitchen also allows for more than one cook. For instance, one person can prepare the ingredients in the prep area while another cooks. Zoned kitchens may also have an eating area, so the kitchen is no longer exclusive to cooking alone.
Which Kitchen Layout Is for You?
It’s easy to decide which of the two better suits your kitchen. If you have limited floor space, stick to the traditional kitchen triangle. Meanwhile, if you have a bigger kitchen and prefer a more open layout, then zoning the kitchen is something you may consider.
Get in Touch with a Kitchen Remodeling Pro
DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Ogden can help you decide which layout will best suit your space. Get in touch with us today by calling (801) 436-8886 or filling out our contact form. We’re ready to start a conversation about your remodel, including the average kitchen remodel cost.
