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Planning Guide August 26, 2026 5 min read

Modular Kitchen Layout: What to Decide Before You Order

L-shaped, straight or U-shaped -- how to choose a kitchen layout and what measurements to keep ready.

Modular Kitchen Layout: What to Decide Before You Order

A modular kitchen quotation depends heavily on layout, so deciding the shape and rough zones before your first conversation saves several rounds of revision.

Match the layout to the room, not the trend

  • Straight layout -- best for narrow kitchens where cabinets run along a single wall.
  • L-shaped -- the most common choice, using two adjoining walls and leaving open floor space in the middle.
  • U-shaped -- suited to larger kitchens, offering the most storage and counter space across three walls.
  • Parallel/galley -- two facing counters, efficient for narrow, longer kitchens with two working zones.

Plan the work triangle

Keep the sink, stove and refrigerator positions in mind when finalizing the layout. Placing them at reasonably short distances from each other, without one blocking the path to another, makes daily cooking noticeably easier.

Decide storage zones early

A mix of base cabinets, wall cabinets, a tall unit for a pantry, and dedicated space for a chimney and hob keeps the kitchen organized. Deciding roughly how many of each you want before the quote stage helps size the cabinetry accurately.

What to bring to your quotation

Room dimensions, existing plumbing and electrical points, chosen layout shape, and any appliances you already own (or plan to buy) that need to fit into the cabinetry. Share these details through the contact form or WhatsApp for a layout-specific estimate.

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