L Shaped Kitchen Design

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America’s most popular kitchen layout, the L-Shaped Kitchen makes excellent use of space and simplifies the entire process of preparing, cooking and cleaning up meals. This plan works best when the kitchen adjoins a casual space, so if your kitchen connects to a living room or family room, an L-shaped kitchen layout might be the perfect solution for you. Here are a few facts to help you decide.

Costs

Pricewise, L-shaped kitchen remodels fall between U-Shaped layouts, which are more expensive, and Galley-style kitchens, which are typically cheaper. Costs depend on all kinds of factors, but to minimize your total expenses, we recommend getting a kitchen island for additional, relatively inexpensive storage, and purchasing free-standing appliances. There are a lot of options with this layout style, making it the most versatile and efficient.

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Pros

Great for medium-sized kitchens, this layout only requires two adjacent walls.

The L-shaped kitchen layout is practical and versatile, and can easily be transformed with the addition of a kitchen island.

With more open space, the L-Shaped kitchen minimizes foot traffic and is perfect for families.

Cons

Appliances tend to be more spaced out, making cooking a bit of a hassle. However, a kitchen island can reduce the size of your work triangle.

The largest counter space is in the middle of the “L,” meaning you may have to scrunch all smaller appliances together.

L-shaped kitchens tend to require the addition of an island to increase storage.

Common Questions and Answers

What is the best length for the legs of an L-shaped kitchen?

The length of the legs depends mostly on the amount of countertop space you wish to have. For the best results, however, we suggest only having one leg over 12 to 15 feet long.

Can an L-shaped kitchen layout be used in a large space?

This layout is not recommended for a larger kitchen. It works best in a space that’s connected to another room, i.e. a family room.

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While L-shaped kitchens may vary in length, it’s important that they do not span too wide of a distance. This will make the chef’s job considerably more challenging.