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Do I have enough space for a cooking island? Which equipment and which design suits me? And what is the best way to arrange kitchen components? At the beginning of planning a new kitchen, there are many questions. No surprise, because a new kitchen is a long-term investment, which should be planned carefully.
All this is not as difficult as you might think. So join us below in the three basic steps of kitchen planning – and find out which important role home appliances play in it.
Step 1: Choose the shape
From the classic single line to the modern cooking island: Kitchens are available in various shapes. The first step in planning is to decide which kitchen shape suits you best – and your specific spatial conditions. Even if not every shape fits into every room – there is certainly the one perfect shape for you.
Step 2: Plan the working triangle
The next step after choosing the kitchen shape is the optimization of work processes. The essential functional areas storage, preparation and cooking as well as cleaning are aligned in a way that everything goes hand in hand. With good planning, a working triangle is created that guarantees you both short distances and sufficient freedom of movement.
Step 3: Choose your appliances
Get the most out of your storage area
Your fridge not only plays a major role in stocking up and keeping your food fresh, but also in your kitchen layout. Because depending on the selected appliance type, it can either be a discreet helper - or an irresistible eye-catcher.
Equip your preparation area for more than preparation
Good preparation is half the success - this also applies to your kitchen. That is why it's especially important to have enough workspace in the preparation area for supplying all ingredients and the necessary kitchen accessories. But of course, you can also use this area for other purposes like a well-deserved break.
Design the cooking area according to your taste
Oven, hob and hood are the central elements in the cooking area. While the hob and oven should be matched to the size of your household and your individual cooking preferences, the choice of the extractor hood also has an impact on the look of your kitchen: a worktop ventilation makes the room appear completely different compared to a wall mounted appliance. This is why the interaction of form and function is particularly important in the cooking area.
Ensure a properly working cleaning area
In the center of the cleaning area is the dishwasher next to the sink. Of course, it should treat your dishes, pots, cutlery and delicate glasses with the same care you have chosen them. But for your planning, other factors such as capacity or installation type are decisive.
Meet your new kitchen
Why it' s worth following the three basic steps of kitchen planning you can see from the example of Mark and Ann in our last movie. And if you want to take the next step directly: Use our Kitchen Constellator to configure the kitchen of your dreams in just a few questions – all appliances included.
