Choosing the Right Layout for Your Kitchen
Function, Flow & Style—Tailored to Your Space
The right kitchen layout is the foundation of a beautiful, functional home. Whether you’re renovating or building new, our team can help you choose a layout that maximises space, enhances workflow, and complements your lifestyle.
🔹 Popular Kitchen Layouts
1. L-Shaped Kitchen
Ideal for open-plan living and small to medium spaces.
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Efficient work triangle
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Allows for a dining table or island
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Great for open flow and multiple users
2. U-Shaped Kitchen
Maximises storage and bench space—perfect for serious cooks.
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Three-wall design wraps around the user
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Ideal for larger spaces
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Can include a central island for added prep area
3. Galley Kitchen
A streamlined, professional-style kitchen with two parallel benchtops.
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Great for small or narrow spaces
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Efficient workflow with everything within reach
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Can be closed off or opened with a pass-through
4. Island Kitchen
Popular in modern homes and open-plan living.
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Central island adds seating, storage, or a prep sink
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Encourages interaction and entertaining
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Often paired with L- or U-shaped layouts
5. Peninsula Kitchen
Like an island but attached to a wall or cabinetry.
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Ideal for smaller areas where a full island isn’t possible
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Adds benchtop and storage space
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Can help define kitchen zones in open layouts
🛠️ We Help You Plan Every Detail
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Optimised storage with smart cabinetry
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Efficient workflow using the “kitchen work triangle”
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Appliance placement & integration
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Lighting, power points & plumbing considerations
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Visual balance and symmetry
💬 Not Sure Which Layout Is Best?
Book a free consultation with our kitchen designers. We’ll assess your space, listen to your needs, and create a layout that’s functional, beautiful, and tailored to your home.