Pros and Cons of an L-shaped Kitchen

L-Shaped Modular Kitchen: This kitchen layout runs along two walls of the kitchen giving an L shaped look. The counter-tops adjoin around the two walls. This layout is one of the most popular and versatile kitchen layouts.

Top view of an L shaped kitchen

Pros:

• Convenient, compact and accommodates the work triangle perfectly. 
• A smart design and great layout for medium sized or even small kitchen spaces with open plan designs.
• Easy entrance with no through traffic adjustable worktops in corner space. 
• It’s great for corner space as it eliminates the corner space optimization issue that most kitchens face.
• The unique point of this layout is that it eliminates traffic completely and in case of bigger space it is flexible enough to have islands, a dining space or other work zones added on
• Can adjust to any length
• Can easily divide the kitchen into multiple work sites in close proximity to each other making it an efficient work area.
• It eliminates traffic that disrupts the work zones
• Dining space (i.e. table & chairs) can easily be added to this layout
• It’s non-confining. With lots of floor space to wander around in, L-shaped kitchen designs can seem even more spacious than they really are.
• An L-shaped kitchen floor plan offers more flexibility and easy working with three separate zones (cook, sink and refrigeration) that help to avoid collisions between household members.
• It’s adaptable, functional, stylish and social. 
• Excellent use of space. Everything can be seen at a glance in this kitchen design layout.
• Simplifies process of cooking and cleaning up. There are virtually no obstacles for your workflow. 
• It’s easier to renovate. Can be easily transformed by adding an island.
• Very flexible design allowing appliances to be placed in a variety of locations
• Ideal for large families or entertaining as it can open to a table or nearby room, making it easy for the cook to interact with guests.
• All elements of the kitchen are easy to access.

L-shaped kitchen by Nolte

Cons:

• Not efficient for large kitchens
• Not good for multiple cooks
• Avoid this layout if your kitchen is large and can support other configurations, such as adding an island.
• Spacing can be problematic
• L-shaped kitchens can be very spread out, with appliances lining the counter top spaces extending along two walls. This is inefficient for the kitchen user.
• The layout of the corner cabinet can be difficult to maneuver
• The corner cabinet of any L-Shaped kitchen will naturally be the largest and the deepest, but getting pots and pans out of the corner can be difficult.
• Sometimes this configuration is all about fitting everything in and the flow when cooking may not be ideal.
• Not suitable for larger kitchens because appliances can become too spread out, making cooking a bit of a hassle. You could reduce the size of your work triangle with an island, though.
• The largest counter space is in the middle of the “L,” meaning you may have to scrunch all smaller appliances together. 
• Not an efficient use of space in a larger kitchen.
• Like the Single-line and Galley layouts, it might be tough to have extra cooks in the kitchen.

L-Shaped Modular Kitchen with Island

Offering flexibility for both small and large homes, the L-Shaped Modular Kitchens with a central Island is great for multi-purpose homes of today. Each of these kitchen layout plans has their own features, pros and cons.

Top view of an L shaped kitchen with an island

Pros:

• Reduced size of your work triangle with an island
• They are versatile, minimise kitchen traffic and allow ease of preparation.
• They can be optimised based on the design of the home, its functionality, and overall look, and tailored to suit the homeowner’s requirement.
• The open floor plan usually features plenty of space for an island. In fact, islands work especially well in L-shaped kitchens because they help control the flow of traffic, giving the cook space to work and the family a separate place to lounge and talk.

L shaped kitchen with an island by Nolte

Click here for Pros and Cons of an Island Kitchen.