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Your Kitchen
In order to create a well organised, functional kitchen, take some time to
think about the style of kitchen you want and the steps below.
Step 1: What will you use your kitchen for
The kitchen is the heart of the home. How you use the space will depend on
your individual preferences and lifestyle. For example, your kitchen will be
both the focal point and functional centre of your home. You may want to
entertain as well as cook, relax or work. Your kitchen could also be the area
where other domestic chores are carried out, including washing and cleaning.
Step 2: How much available space do you have
Whether you are replacing an existing kitchen or extending your room, the
available space will determine the shape of your kitchen and the right design
will maximise it.
Step 3: What type of layout would you like
The ‘working triangle’ concept is an established method of kitchen planning.
The cooking area, refrigeration and sink are positioned to form a triangle to
create optimal working space, and this can be extended further to include a
food preparation area.
All kitchens tend to have one of four basic layouts. They can be Galley or
Linear, but most are L-Shaped or U-Shaped and may feature an island
unit. A good kitchen design correctly allocates each working area within
the chosen shape to result in a well organised, functional kitchen.
Kitchen Visualiser
The Kitchen Visualiser on the Howdens website is designed to help you create
your perfect kitchen. This interactive guide enables you to get a feel for how
different colours work with each other, all against an illustrated Howdens kitchen.
Experiment with different frontal colours, worktop colours and effects,
flooring, splashbacks, sinks, appliances and wall colours to help create the
right kitchen for you. The colours available are indicative of our ranges and
may help you to choose your perfect kitchen.
You can find the Kitchen Visualiser at:
www.howdens.com/advice-inspiration/kitchen-visualiser
04 Your Kitchen