This 15x20 kitchen employs the L-shape-with-island layout that has become popular in contemporary design. The configuration accommodates a long island while enclosing the kitchen on only two sides, leaving the room mostly open to adjacent living areas. In this case, a partial wall separates the kitchen from the dining room. The two spaces retain their visual identities, yet there's easy movement between them, a boon for entertaining.
The long L trades the traditional work triangle approach for widely separated zones -- one for cooking, one for prep/clean up, and one for food storage. The island acts as a way station -- an intermediate stop between zones.
This layout also is good for multiple cooks and helpers because there is plenty of counter space for all. Guests who aren't helping can share the island with those who are.
Couldn't find directions for designing a floor plan. No Problem with kitchen floor plan but tried to add cabinets and got no where.
8/7/2010 10:41:35 PM Report AbuseIts ok for the island to come into the triangle by 9inches I believe, according to the NKBA (Nat Kitchen and Bath Assoc)
7/27/2010 08:39:05 AM Report AbuseThat is a horrible design - where is your triangle - the island is in the way
6/21/2010 07:57:10 PM Report AbuseOk, there are dimensions in this category - thanks!
6/21/2010 07:37:10 AM Report AbuseWhat are dimensions of these kitchens? Without some measurements, these ideas are not of much use!
6/21/2010 07:31:45 AM Report Abuse