Follow these tips to optimize the flow and function of your open-plan kitchen designs
Feb. 13, 2025
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When designing an open-style kitchen, it's important to consider the best ways to make it functional and how it relates to the rest of the home.
Open-plan kitchens continue to be a popular choice among homeowners, offering a multifunctional space for cooking, dining, and socializing with guests. However, their central location in the home often requires thoughtful planning in order for this space to flow with the rest of the house. According to remodeling and design platform Houzz, there are a number of factors to consider when designing an open kitchen. To figure out the best ways to plan for an open-style kitchen design, home professionals suggest evaluating space needs, optimizing the kitchen’s layout, and ensuring it integrates well with the surrounding rooms.
If the kitchen belongs to a room that also contains living and dining areas, it’s essential to work out how much space you need for each.
“Firstly, think about how big your sofa is and the overall [living] area. You can zone this with rugs,” says Zoe Holland of Sustainable Kitchens. “Secondly, you’ll need the dining space closer to the kitchen than the lounge, so you won’t be carrying food through the living area to get to the dining table.”Read more
