This type of kitchen has its counters spread over two adjacent walls aligned at the right angle, forming the shape of the alphabet “L”. This is the most common way of planning and it is suitable for almost any kitchen, big or small and can be placed even in corners. An added benefit of this kitchen is it has the most efficient working triangle that allows the cook to move easily between the sink, hob and refrigerator. With proper utilization of available space, its triangular layout can create ample space for storage even in the smallest of work areas. This layout also generates enough foot space for multiple cooks to move around and hence it is suitable for large families where people are fond of cooking together to make the whole process of meal preparation shared and easy.

In the U-shaped kitchen, the counter runs along the three walls of the room, taking the shape of the letter “U”. This type of layout is perfect for homes that can have a large area designated for its kitchen. Since it completely uses the three walls of the kitchen, this layout can offer an excellent field of activity to its cooks. In case if the space under the kitchen is not large enough, the limited size can result in crowding and cause inconvenience to the cooks. With this kitchen, one can take various liberties like using one complete wall for cabinets, one wall for a large window and the other wall for appliances and sink, etc. And this kitchen works great for joint families with multiple cooks.

In a straight modular kitchen, the placement of cabinets and shelves happens along one linear line. This is the most compact and simplest of all kitchen layouts and hence works well for small-sized kitchens and also for studio apartments with open floor plans where one part of the room has a living area and the other is designated for cooking. Choosing a long wall can make the kitchen look more chic and also allow scope for easy alterations and extensions.

Parallel modular kitchen, otherwise called Galley Modular Kitchen, consists of two long parallel workstations on opposite walls, facing each other, with a passageway between them. Each wing can be of any length and can get designated for any work, either dry or wet. This layout suits better for kitchens that are long and narrow and also for one-cook homes.

This is a kitchen of any layout with an additional unconnected island typically placed in the middle. One can incline towards this kitchen, if his/her home can donate a plenteous amount of space to its kitchen. Adding an island to the cooking area blesses the kitchen with some extra counter space and prep space which can be put to use for an array of activities like chopping vegetables, doing dry works, or just checking mails. Including seating facilities can turn this island into a casual dining area where quick breakfasts or evening snacks can be served. This kitchen is also a great choice for families who love doing dishes together.