In most homes these days, the modular kitchen has almost completely replaced the traditional kitchen. People who are new buyers automatically opt for it, and those who choose to remodel their homes also seem to prefer it to older versions. This is because modular kitchen designs incorporate various elements such as aesthetic appeal, current trends, and efficiency. With real estate prices skyrocketing, optimal space utilization is one of the most important factors influencing clients in favor of one design over another. In addition, a modular kitchen is also designed to increase the pace of kitchen tasks. Here are some of the most popular ways to ensure maximum space utilization in your modular kitchen:
- Use of vertical spaces: A modular kitchen embodies the concept of making use of all the vertical space in the room in addition to the usual horizontal space. This includes places like walls and even ceilings.
- Top Wall Racks – Many designs include a sturdy wall rack mounted at a height for hanging your pots and pans. This frees up a lot of storage space below, which in turn can be used for other items.
- Circular tables: Remember the small table in the kitchen where you sat while your mother made hot rotis? Well, the kitchen table now often has a circular shape so that it can be put to better use by eliminating wasted space in the corners.
- Folding chairs – If your family likes to use the kitchen for a quick chat, consider using folding chairs. By storing them away when not in use, your modular kitchen can remain uncluttered and spacious.
- Optimal number of cabinets: Keep the number of appliances, utensils, and accessories at an optimal level to determine the correct number of kitchen drawers and cabinets you need to build and install. Efficient furniture is really the differentiating element in a great modular kitchen.
- Tall Shelves – Keeping a provision for top shelves and shelves for items that are infrequently used is a good way to utilize the rest of the space.
- Sink location: The sink has a very important place in any kitchen. It is the area that safeguards the maintenance of hygiene and sanitation while washing your vegetables and meats. Since many apartments do not have a separate area for washing utensils, the sink often serves this purpose as well. Corner sinks work great, because they make efficient use of space that would otherwise go to waste.
- Sliding doors: Traditional swing doors take up space when they open inside the kitchen. Opting for a sliding door or partition can be not only a smart space saver, but also a very elegant and eye-pleasing look.
- Ridge Over Stove: A multi-slot or ridge provision adjacent to the top of your gas stove is a great way to save the storage space required for small items like spice bottles. It also looks neat and even adds color!