Carry on Beautiful!

I think it is certainly fair to say that the kitchen is the heart of most homes. They are where families come together to cook and enjoy meals every day. And, as cooking is such an important activity that is carried out in the room, it is important that you design your kitchen with this one thing in mind.

For a kitchen that is well-suited to cooking and food preparation, it needs to be highly practical. Here are some great tips on how you can ensure that your kitchen and cooking go together like a match made in heaven!

Always Remember The Kitchen Triangle

The ‘kitchen triangle’ is very important to every kitchen. This is a term that interior designers give to the space in between the three main workstations: the oven, the fridge and the sink. Ideally, these three fixtures and fittings should be very close to one another so that you don’t waste steps going back and forth between them. This is easily done in smaller kitchens as you can often place your fridge and oven on either side of a compact kitchen sink. It can be harder to get right in a larger kitchen, as there is more space to play with, and you might end up putting some furniture in the way.

Think About Countertops

The countertops and work surfaces in your kitchen are quite a big deal when it comes to the overall decor and style of the room. If you are trying to achieve an eco-friendly decor, then you might prefer to stick to natural materials, such as wood and granite. However, for those of you who want a very on-trend style, you should think about going for a metallic worktop. Just remember that whatever material you use, it should be easy to wipe clean. Otherwise, it won’t be hygienic enough for your kitchen.

Safety First

If you have young children at home, it’s a good idea to also consider the overall safety aspect of your kitchen. After all, you don’t want them slipping over and hurting themselves while you are busy trying to cook dinner! It’s a good idea to try and make sure that your children’s main play areas are visible from the kitchen so that you can keep an eye on them while they are playing. If possible, try to smooth off the edges of your countertops so that your children won’t hurt themselves too much if they ever stumble into them.

Invest In An Extractor Fan

Extractor fans can help clear away any steam that is produced while you are cooking on the hob. This will help the surrounding fixtures and fittings last a lot longer, as they won’t suffer from too much moisture damage from all the steam. As the fan will keep your kitchen well ventilated, it will also help to greatly reduce any strong cooking odours!

These tips should help make cooking in your kitchen a real joy – plus, they will help you design a truly stylish decor!