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DOUBLE GALLEY
Ideal for long, narrow T
rooms, a double galley kitchen – sometimes only referred to as a galley – features two runs of
here’s almost nothing more important than getting the layout right when designing your perfect kitchen. If your space doesn’t work ergonomically, it’s going to make the experience of cooking that Sunday roast a lot
less pleasant – no matter how beautiful your cabinetry and finishing touches may be. So, when coming up with your ideal scheme, there are a few things to think about before you get going. Let’s start with the working (or magic) triangle – you’ll hear designers talking about this. It’s a concept where the key appliances you use most oſten – such as your oven, fridge, hob, and sink – are all within one neat space that isn’t obstructed by any other fixtures or fittings, making preparing meals nice and smooth. You should also ensure there’s enough storage that suits your needs. Are you a passionate baker and have lots of separate countertop appliances? A family that needs extra cupboards for children’s accessories and toys? Or do you love to entertain and own glassware for every occasion? Make a list of everything that will need putting away and be sure to give it to your kitchen designer, so they can create the ideal solution. Which leads us on to the work surface – if you’re a keen chef you’ll need lots of this for preparation, serving, and placing dirty pots and pans out of the way. Last, but by no means least, think about how you want the kitchen to feel. Do you want it to be a cosy, social space where friends and family can gather? If so, why not pick a U-shape – either featuring a peninsula with barstools or, if you have loads of space, a separate central island with integrated dining table? If you love to create extravagant meals and want the appliances to be the star of the show, why not have an L-shaped design that includes all the latest models close to hand? Or would you like an unfussy contemporary scheme that looks slick? If this sounds more like you, perhaps a single galley with an island is all you need. When starting to design your scheme, bear in mind that
moving the plumbing and electrics will add considerable cost to your final bill. Also consider the size of the room – even if you’ve always dreamt of having an island, you may regret squashing one in that is too big for the space and limits your movement. Ideally, you should have at least 1m of space on each side so you can move comfortably and open cabinets. Once you’ve thought about all the above, it’s time to go and
see kitchen designers. It’s their job to come up with a scheme that will work for you, whether you have to store 50 woks or regularly host dinner parties. When you visit showrooms, bring along your floor plans (don’t forget to draw in windows and doors), the room’s measurements, a list of likes and dislikes, and a budget. Get at least three quotes and designs made up and compare them like for like. See if quotes include things such as installation and appliances, for example. If you’re still not sure what is right for you, turn over to see
a variety of different styles and looks – created by real kitchen designers to our briefs – for some inspiration…
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cabinetry placed parallel to each other. Good for chefs and bakers, as most of the cooking zone is contained within the space. Ensure there’s enough room in the middle to manoeuvre around so you can open doors without blocking too much space. Why not dedicate one side to creating and serving meals – including the hob, ovens, preparation space and
the fridge – and the other to cleaning, featuring the sink, dishwasher, bin and crockery storage?
Two runs of cabinetry make up this double galley kitchen – perfect for keeping the chef separate from the rest of the open-plan space, but still involved in the going-ons. Kitchen Stori schemes start from £8000.
L-SHAPED
Known as one of the most efficient layouts, the L-shaped kitchen
comprises two adjacent runs of units which can either be on two walls, or on one with a peninsula coming out into the centre of the room. This type of design offers a good amount of worktop space and storage – especially if it is also combined with a central island – and is one of the best ways to
obtain the working triangle. It can also help create a more broken-plan space
by separating the cooking and dining zones.
right The owners of this kitchen wanted to keep an open feel
and have included ovens on the shorter leg of the run, plus a small worktop area adjoining the rest of the cabinetry providing plenty of storage. This design from Koivu Kitchens is priced from £13,000.
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