Kitchens

On layout

• In line kitchen This is the solution for narrow kitchens, in which it is essential to make the best use of space so that all the work tasks can be rationally organised.
• Kitchen with island An alternative that locates the preparation area on an island, so that the rest of the work areas can be placed around it in line or in a L-shape.
• L-Shaped kitchen This represents the most usual layout as it concentrates the work area and frees up the rest of the kitchen.
• Parallel kitchen A layout that allows for the utmost use of space, separating the washing and cooking area from the food preparation area.
• U-Shaped kitchen A layout that allows for the utmost use of space, separating the washing and cooking area from the food preparation area.

About measurements

• Between the cooker and the sink a minimum optimum distance of 50 cm. should be left.
• Between the upper cupboards or the lower edge of the fume canopy hood, the most appropriate is to leave a gap of approximately 50/70 cm.
• It is recommended to leave a minimum distance of 40 cm. on each side of the cooker.
• The separation between elements facing each other in the parallel kitchen should be between 100 and 120 cm.
• If it is opted to install a counter, the height of the bar should be between 90 and 110 cm. off the floor, so that it cab be combined with stools that are 63 or 74 cm. in height.

Functionality and Safety

• Avoid putting drawers in the corners so that they can easily be opened and do not block the doors from opening.
• Avoid installing the cooking range up against the side wall, so the later does not get burned, stained and so that it is difficult to clean the working area.
• It is preferable to install the oven high up so that it is out of the reach of children.
• If you have a gas water heater it is recommended to leave a distance of 50 cm. from the cooking range.

Comfort and lighting

• If the dish washer is installed beside the sink the loading movements will be less and one can avoid the floor from being wet.
• It is useful to install a drawer close to the cooking range to have the cooking utensils close at hand.
• Adequate lighting above the worktop, installed on the high cupboards, will prevent shadows and reflections on the working area.
• it is also recommended to put another source of zenith lighting above the dining room table.