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CHOOSE YOUR LAYOUT

Once you know how much space you have to work with, you then need to choose your layout. It may be based on the kitchen you're replacing or it may be a totally new design. Just remember to leave enough space in between benchtops to allow for opening cabinet doors and traffic in the kitchen. Wherever possible, try to incorporate the working triangle.

Straight Line
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The straight line kitchen is ideal for small and narrow areas, but can also comfortably accommodate large kitchens. It's a simple kitchen design and is often the most inexpensive in relation to other kitchen layouts.

L-shape Kitchen
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The L-shape kitchen suits open plan living areas, smaller areas and long rooms. It also enables you to move freely between the various areas within the kitchen and gives you great benchtop working space.

U-shape Kitchen
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The U-shape is most commonly suited to larger kitchen spaces and is the perfect and is the perfect spend lots of time in the kitchen.

Galley Kitchen
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The galley kitchen is a functional kitchen design that allows you to reach all areas of the kitchen with minimal walking distance. A galley kitchen is contemporary and the choice of many chefs.

MEASURING YOUR SPACE

So now that you're inspired after looking through our latest designs, it's time to start planning your own space. The first step is understanding the space you have to work with, so you know how much you can fit in.

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  • The height of the room from the floor to the ceiling.
  • The length and width of the room wall to wall and/or wall to doorways (measure to the outside of the architrave).
  • The height from the floor to any windows to ensure that cabinets and benchtops fit.
  • The location of any old or new light switches or power points.
  • The location of existing service points such as plumbing and electricity or any new points.
  • Any other permanent fixtures such as balustrades or pillars.

TOP PLANNING TIPS

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  • Think about what you like/dislike in your current kitchen.
  • Consider how many people will be utilising the kitchen.
  • For traffic areas and island benchtops we recommend allowing 1200mm from the benchtop on the island to the opposite cabinet/appliance.
  • Ensre the location of the sink bowlis centred over a suitable size cabinet
  • Consult your manufacturers specifications for appliances prior to installing your kitchen
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