Kitchen Respray

The metaphorical – and sometimes very real – heart of the home, kitchens play an all-important part in our daily lives. It’s where we enjoy our first cup of coffee in the morning, gather with family for dinner and make a final cup of tea before drifting off to sleep.

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As such, these hard-working and oftentimes multifunctional, spaces have to be as smartly designed and kitted out as possible to ensure efficiency, convenience and joy.

Layout plays a huge role in how effective and easy to operate a kitchen space is. In fact, it can make or break the space, so to help you choose the best design for your space, here Kitchen Respray, a local business focusing on kitchen revitalisations, shares the most tried-and-trusted kitchen layout options.

OPEN PLAN

More of a style than a design layout, open-plan kitchens are extremely popular as they allow for the creation of multiple nooks in a larger space; think cooking area, prep area, eating area, seating area and more. These areas can be arranged along one wall, in an L-shape or even a U-shape for maximum use of space. Light, open and interconnected, it’s a great option for social families.

ONE WALL KITCHEN

Whether your space is large or small, grouping all your kitchen essentials along one wall is a great way to create a hard-working space. Remember to keep the all-important kitchen triangle in mind when deciding on the placement of appliances for ease of use.

GALLEY KITCHENS

Small, narrow kitchen spaces, galley-style kitchens feature a row of kitchen essentials lined up against one or two opposite walls. This layout is a great option for small spaces or those wanting to keep their kitchen space private.

U-SHAPED KITCHEN

Usually found in larger homes, U-shaped kitchens feature kitchen cabinetry and appliances along three sides, with a fourth “open” side, and a central island or table. This type of kitchen layout needs plenty of moving-around space and is not suited to small spaces. Plus, lots and lots of cabinets are a must – otherwise the space can seem cluttered.

L-SHAPED KITCHEN

Perfect for large and small spaces, L-shaped kitchen layouts can be neatly tucked into a corner of a room and run along one or two walls, usually with a central island or table. It’s an efficient layout for maximising space and delivers an open-airy space that’s easy to navigate.

Located in Johannesburg, Kitchen Respray restores and resprays kitchen and office furniture, allowing customers to update their spaces with beautifully resprayed kitchen cabinets and more without breaking the bank with all-new cabinetry.