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Common Kitchen Layouts

Deciding on a layout for a kitchen is probably the most important part of kitchen design. It's the layout of the kitchenand not its color or its stylethat determines how easy it is to cook, eat and socialize in the kitchen. At the most basic level, the layout addresses the placement of the appliances, the sink(s), the cabinets, the counters, the windows and doors, and furniture such as a kitchen table and chairs. If you're building a new home or adding on, you have the luxury of choosing the layout that works best for you and your family. If you're remodeling, the structure of the existing home will limit the options.

The most common kitchen layouts include the one-wall kitchen, the galley kitchen, the U-shaped kitchen, the G-shaped kitchen, and the L-shaped kitchensome of which can also incorporate an island. Read on to find out the pros and cons of each option, as well as some tips for coping with the layout you already have.

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