Kitchen layout designs balance efficiency and style
Kitchen designs are evolving to balance more than just style; efficiency is becoming the top priority. There is no need to sacrifice aesthetics for functionality, according to three designers weighing in on the best kitchen designs to accomplish stylish efficiency.
Double island kitchens are great for large homes where space is abundant, according to Marnie Oursler, President and Owner of Marnie Custom Homes.
“Often, one island is used for food prep while the other is used for gathering,” said Oursler. “This helps the entertaining flow so that people aren’t crowded around the chef, and it’s also great for buffet-style serving.”
L-shaped kitchens, which are exactly what they sound like, prevent a kitchen from feeling cramped. Similarly, U-shaped kitchens can wrap around the client as they work in the space, while weaving an island into a larger U-shaped kitchen allows space for seating and additional surface space.
