Galley, U-Shaped or Open Plan? Choosing the Best Kitchen Layout for Your Home
When we plan a kitchen renovation, layout is usually the decision that shapes everything else: cabinetry, appliance placement, circulation, lighting, storage, and even how social the room feels day to day. We have found that many homeowners start by thinking about finishes first, but the layout has a much bigger impact on how the kitchen performs over time. If you are weighing up a galley kitchen, a U-shaped kitchen, or an open-plan design, the right answer depends on how you actually live in the home. A household that cooks every night, needs serious bench space, and wants separation from living