L-Shaped Kitchen Design Ideas & Tips

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Authored by: Terry Brown

L-Shaped kitchens are one of the most versatile layouts you can choose. Whether you’re after a warm, traditional feel or a sleek, modern space, this classic layout adapts to your style, your home, and your needs.

To see how an expertly crafted German L-Shaped kitchen could work in your space, visit one of our local showrooms. Or read on for practical layout tips, clever design ideas and inspiration to help you create your perfect L-Shaped kitchen.

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What is an L-Shaped Kitchen?

An L-Shaped kitchen is a layout where two units meet at a right angle, creating a highly functional space between your sink, hob and fridge. This design keeps everything within easy reach and helps maximise space, making it a smart choice for kitchens of all sizes.

With cabinetry and appliances placed along both sides of the ‘L’, this layout keeps things open and accessible while offering plenty of flexibility. 

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L-Shaped Kitchen Ideas

Explore some of our favourite L-Shaped kitchen ideas to help you make the most of your layout. 

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L-Shaped Kitchen Layout 

Getting the layout right is key. An efficient L-Shaped kitchen should follow the ‘work triangle’ principle - placing your hob, sink and fridge at three convenient points to streamline your cooking experience.

If you're working with a smaller kitchen space, integrated appliances can help maintain a clean, seamless aesthetic. Our expert designers will help you plan a functional flow that suits your daily life and maximises usable space.

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L-Shaped Kitchen with an Island or Peninsula 

If you’ve got the space, a kitchen island can elevate your L-Shaped design. Install a hob or sink into the island to free up your main units for prep and storage, or use the surface as a breakfast bar or hosting hub.

Where space is tighter, a kitchen peninsula is an excellent alternative - extending from one leg of the ‘L’ to provide additional storage and seating without the footprint of a freestanding island.

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L-Shaped Kitchen Storage 

L-Shaped kitchens present the classic corner challenge - but it’s one we’ve mastered. Our corner pull-out systems make it easy to access items tucked away in those hard-to-reach spots.

We have plenty of excellent kitchen storage ideas, ideal for L-Shaped layouts. For everyday essentials, consider modular shelving or our Linero-MosaiQ rail system to keep utensils and ingredients at your fingertips. Open shelving, like our Taro units, can also be customised with lighting and glassware holders to bring both function and flair.

Our versatile storage options are perfect for home cooks who don’t want to compromise, putting everything you need in an easy-to-reach spot.

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What are the Advantages & Disadvantages of an L-Shaped Kitchen?

Advantages of an L-Shaped kitchen:

 
  • Efficient workspace - the kitchen triangle allows for easy navigation.
  
  • Room for Appliances - L-Shaped kitchens have enough room for all the appliances and storage space you need, perfect for home cooks. 
 

Disadvantages of an L-Shaped kitchen layout:

 
  • Some may consider this layout as too spread out. To counter this, ensure you create an efficient layout as discussed above, allowing for smooth navigation, and make use of a kitchen island if you have the space for it. 
 
  • Corner spaces can be awkward. Our pull-out corner units remove the need to awkwardly reach into corner units, no more digging on your knees! Swivel pull-outs  can be a real saviour for L-Shaped layouts. 

  • More space to clean up. By making use of integrated appliances and a smart layout cleaning up will be quick and easy, and not a concern at all. 


Bring Your L-Shaped Kitchen to Life

If an L-Shaped kitchen sounds like a good fit for you, start your Kutchenhaus journey today! Download our brochure or visit your local showroom for more inspiration, or get in touch with our team to begin the process of designing your own L-Shaped German kitchen. 


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