An L-shaped kitchen design will give your kitchen more usable space than any other layout you can create, which makes it the ideal choice for people who love to cook, entertain or both. In addition to the extra space it provides, an L-shaped kitchen also gives you some much-needed versatility in terms of storage and countertop configurations, making it an excellent choice if you’re looking to make the most of your limited living space without sacrificing functionality. If you’re ready to discover just how beneficial an L-shaped kitchen design can be, here are three things that make this layout so great.
What is the purpose of L-shaped kitchen cabinets?
L-shaped cabinets are perfect for larger kitchens where the extra space gives you a little more room to work. They also offer storage that is out of the way and doesn’t get in your way when you are prepping food. And they come with some built-in features such as butcher block tops, pull out shelves, and dishwasher drawers. So if you have a kitchen with at least six feet of counter space, then consider adding L-shaped cabinets to your cooking area! It is no secret that L-shaped cabinets can make any kitchen feel bigger.
In fact, by removing one wall from your cabinet placement, it feels like there is three times as much space to move around in! There are many sizes available on the market but what most people choose from is the average size which ranges from six inches to ten inches deep depending on the height of your upper cabinets and whether or not you have base cabinets too.
The traditional style of L-shape will give you a lot of surface area on top for preparing food which makes it easier to cook during meal time. Plus it makes cleaning up after dinner easier because there isn’t too much clutter cluttering up your counterspace and all the dishes go right into the sink or dishwasher.
The best kind of L kitchen cabinet layout
An Allure kitchen is built to make the most out of a small space. It features an L shaped cabinet layout that cleverly extends your countertop, giving you more workspace and storage. This type of layout also allows for more open counter space, which is always welcome for food preparation. Allure kitchens can be configured to provide the perfect pantry, dishwasher and sink placement too. We will take care of every detail so you don’t have to worry about where things go!
Benefits of having open shelving with base cabinets
Open shelving is one of the hottest trends on the market today, and it’s not hard to see why. With open shelving, there’s no need for a cabinet door to hide your items from sight. The shelves themselves are a beautiful allure that can be used as a focal point in any room. Just think about how much space you’re getting with this design, which eliminates one whole side of your kitchen! This is perfect for small kitchens or homes where space is at a premium.
It’s not just about aesthetics, however: open shelving also provides access to items that would be out of reach if they were stored inside cabinets. Having everything within arm’s length makes cooking, baking and meal prep easier than ever before.
The downside of having open shelving is that there’s nowhere to store large pots or pans when not in use, so these have to go elsewhere – maybe in the garage, or down by the stove itself. If you don’t want this complication, consider using pot and pan drawers instead. They might take up more floor space but will give you more peace of mind when it comes to storage (and let’s face it – if you live alone like me who cares).
How to incorporate pull out shelves into your design
Pull out shelves are a great way to add extra storage to your kitchen without taking up any more space. Here is how you can incorporate them into your design:
- The pull-out shelf should be positioned under the countertop and extend outwards, so that it is perpendicular to the wall.
- The height should extend from 30 cm (12 inches) below the countertop to as high as you need it.
- Measure the width of the cabinet and measure a gap of at least 50 cm (20 inches) on either side of where you want the pull-out shelf to go, extending from one wall all the way over to the other.
Use this measurement to cut two boards that are both about 5 cm (2 inches) narrower than the opening between the two walls. Now attach these two boards together with four dowels or screws. Screw one board directly onto one of the walls, then screw in screws through pre-drilled holes on the top edge of this board and into the second board. The result will be a rectangular frame for your pull-out shelf which will sit securely on top of both walls when it’s pulled out completely.