Cooking can leave your kitchen a mess, and in some cases, even more so because of the room’s design. If you’re planning a remodeling project and you love to bake or prepare meals, devising a smart kitchen design can make your favorite hobby easier. Use these tips to improve the appearance and functionality of your space.

5 Kitchen Designs That Make Cooking Easier

1. Start With a Basic Layout

The best kitchen designs always begin with a triangle of your most commonly used items — the sink, stove, and refrigerator. There shouldn’t be much distance between the three, and the sink should be the middle point. 

2. Make Organization a Priority

The best design for your kitchen will keep it more organized, especially if you’re limited on space. Assign all your appliances and accessories a specific place to live and add features to accommodate them. For example, consider adding open shelving on empty walls to store glassware, utensils, and other items that currently take up counter or drawer space. Install overhead pot racks and pull-out racks inside cabinets.

3. Use Your Counter Space

Counter space is important when preparing meals, so adding more surface area to work with should be a priority. If you have a compact kitchen, you can install pull-out surfaces or build a rolling cart that matches your countertops. If you have room to add new features, consider installing an island to add space.

4. Add More Storage

Updating the kitchen cabinets with larger ones that have more shelves is a useful way to create more storage, no matter what size your room is. You can also get creative by building storage cabinets in the walls between the studs. If you’re remodeling, give the pantry a makeover to maximize your storage.

5. Invest In Quality Appliances

New and state-of-the-art appliances improve the look of your kitchen and also make cooking easier and more efficient. For example, a high-quality stove will feature multiple cooking modes and come in styles such as stainless steel. 

If you need help transforming the kitchen into a more efficient and attractive cooking station, the team at Arrow Kitchens & Bath in Monroe County, NY, will bring your vision to life. By partnering with high-quality manufacturers, they specialize in creating rooms that are as functional as they are beautiful. Call (585) 670-9910 to schedule a consultation, or visit them online to see examples of kitchen designs.