See how this arrangement elevates the aesthetics and practicality of contemporary homes

In recent years, the ‘L’ shaped kitchen has emerged as one of the most popular trends in interior design. Its configuration not only provides a functional space for cooking and socializing, but it also adapts well to different sizes of environments, from large houses to smaller apartments. This arrangement proves to be a versatile and modern solution, elevating the aesthetics and practicality of contemporary homes.

“This layout is defined by the occupation of the countertop in the perpendicular corner where two walls meet, giving it the ‘L’ shape that makes the kitchen unmistakable”, describes interior designer Giseli Koraicho, who heads the officeInfinity Spaces Arquitetura e Interiores .

Below, the professional lists 3 advantages of the ‘L’ shaped kitchen and explains how to plan them. Check it out!

For Giseli Koraicho, the main attribute extracted from the ‘L’ shaped kitchen is, without a doubt, the best use of the available space. “With the use of the perpendicular corner, we offer more counter space for residents to enjoy. For this reason, this is a solution widely adopted in compact apartments”, he reveals. Consequently, there is also more storage space in the cabinets.

However, its application is not limited to compact environments. According to the interior designer, the malleability ensures that this model is universal in interior architecture, as it is viable to combine it with other models, such as the American kitchen or the kitchen with an island.

According to the expert, when planning a kitchen, the triangle rule is one of the most basic notions that the responsible professional needs to observe. This direction draws an imaginary line between the cooking area, the sink and the refrigerator with the aim of positioning these three elements in a triangular arrangement that aims to facilitate everyday life.

Still according to her, the ‘L’ layout provides more functionality and agility for residents. “Considering the distance between the three essential points of the kitchen and keeping them equidistant from each other is essential”, he emphasizes.

In an environment where we live with dangerous issues such as heat and the handling of sharp and sharp objects, lighting plays an extremely important role. The professional says that, when defining the pair of walls that will support the bench, the existence of a window must be considered.

Regarding the lighting design, Giseli Koraicho focuses on good general lighting, but does not rule out spotlights or built-in luminaires directed towards the bench area. Finally, also consider the use of decorative pendants that can be above the island/peninsula, or on the table for breakfast and lunch.

There are two details that, according to the interior designer, deserve attention: the color palette and the backsplash. She argues that choosing a well-balanced palette is the key to success in kitchen decoration: “We must take into consideration all the elements such as the floor, the joinery, the countertop and even the pediment”, explains the professional. However, to define the colors, it is also necessary to observe the style that the resident wants.