Is your kitchen small? Zero dramas! With a successful distribution you will forget its small size to enjoy it inch by inch. And which is the most successful? When the kitchen is narrow and long the distribution in «L» It is a great alternative, while in those with a square plan the «U» configuration becomes the best ally.
La distribution in «U» of furniture is the one that squeezes the most and best meters in square kitchens with a minimum of 240 cm wide. Do you want to know all the keys to this distribution? In Bezzia We share with you all the secrets of U-shaped kitchens.
Keys to the U distribution
La distribution in «U» It is a great alternative to get the most out of small square-plan kitchens, as long as you have the necessary space. You will not be able to use this distribution if the kitchen is not a minimum of 240 cm wide.
Why 240 cm. Wide? Because it is the width that ensures you can open the cabinets without problems and move without feeling corseted. Once the cabinets are installed, the central space would be about 120 cm. This space should be enough so that one person can comfortably operate in the kitchen and that two people can use it at the same time. If the space is not respected, it would be practically impossible for the space to be used by two members of the family at the same time.
In U-shaped kitchens, it is known as work triangle the imaginary drawing that the three basic areas of the kitchen usually form: sink, hobs, and oven / pantry. The more perfect this triangle is, the more comfortable and agile they ensure that it is the route we do when working in the kitchen. However, this distribution is not always the most suitable.
In a very small space, this triangle arrangement produces a feeling of enclosure and prevents us from working comfortably. If, on the other hand, the space is very large, the distances of the working triangle are increased, losing functionality.
To make the most of this distribution, the ideal is to place the sink under the window, to take advantage of natural light while we prepare and clean food and utensils. On the other hand, stoves should always be placed in front of a wall for safety reasons.
Closed U kitchen
In enclosed kitchens, the window area can be used to enable a small office to eat, reserving the parallel fronts to place the cabinets. It will be enough to do without the lower cabinets of a part of the "U" and turn that space into a bar for two, placing a couple of stools.
In closed and very small kitchens, taking advantage of every skillful inch to gain storage is usually key. Carry the cabinets up to the ceiling, Only then will you be able to accommodate all your utensils and kitchen utensils.
U-shaped kitchen open to the living room
In open kitchens it is usually extend the bar a few centimeters that separates the kitchen from the living room to enjoy an office or informal dining area. In these cases, and with the intention of clearing the vision, it is usual to give up large upper cabinets, replacing these with shelves that, attached to the ceiling, provide extra storage.
Tricks to make the kitchen look older
If your kitchen is small, in addition to choosing the correct distribution, it will be necessary to favor the light using an appropriate range of colors. The white furniture in glossy finish multiplies the clarity, generating a feeling of spaciousness.
Another way to visually expand the kitchen is to lighten the kitchen of cabinets. How? Replacing some tall cabinets at the front of the kitchen with open shelves. The fact that the wall is visible will totally change our perception of the size of the room.
As you have seen, there are many ways to design a kitchen with a «U» distribution. An especially practical distribution in square plan kitchens and / or kitchens open to the living room. With our keys and our images as inspiration, you will have no problem designing U-shaped kitchens.