Kitchen Layouts Laid Out: G-Shaped Kitchens
Discover the new configuration – the G-shaped kitchen – which provides extra bench space and lots more storage
When visiting a kitchen showroom, it’s easy to chat about the classic U-shaped, L-shaped and single-wall kitchens, but mention the G-shaped configuration and you often get nothing more than a blank look. It’s a simple concept – it includes an extra unit that can be utilised as a kitchen bar or additional cupboard space.
Here are some innovative ideas when considering the layout, colour palette and storage options.
Here are some innovative ideas when considering the layout, colour palette and storage options.
Visual impact
In a compact space with just one entrance, visual impact needs to be considered. Here, the eye is drawn directly to the alloy splashback and its shimmering effect. Since the ceiling-to-bench splashback is a real show stopper, the clean white surrounds and wide floorboards work as an understated backdrop.
In a compact space with just one entrance, visual impact needs to be considered. Here, the eye is drawn directly to the alloy splashback and its shimmering effect. Since the ceiling-to-bench splashback is a real show stopper, the clean white surrounds and wide floorboards work as an understated backdrop.
Seating is a priority
In a busy household, a G-shaped layout with a kitchen bar attached is a real winner – it turns this functional space into the heart of the home. Any time of the day, the cook can have a natural connection with family and friends. Here, the three stools are upholstered for extra comfort, complemented by the three pendant lights for perfect symmetry.
In a busy household, a G-shaped layout with a kitchen bar attached is a real winner – it turns this functional space into the heart of the home. Any time of the day, the cook can have a natural connection with family and friends. Here, the three stools are upholstered for extra comfort, complemented by the three pendant lights for perfect symmetry.
Minimal space, maximum function
As this G-shaped kitchen is such a tight fit, plenty of storage was introduced to make items easy to find with minimal mess. By installing a large skylight in the window-free space, natural light pours in and is reflected off the glossy surfaces. It can be tricky to squeeze in some personality in a tiny space but the open shelving with displayed objects softens the utilitarian look.
Find out how to let natural light flow through your kitchen
As this G-shaped kitchen is such a tight fit, plenty of storage was introduced to make items easy to find with minimal mess. By installing a large skylight in the window-free space, natural light pours in and is reflected off the glossy surfaces. It can be tricky to squeeze in some personality in a tiny space but the open shelving with displayed objects softens the utilitarian look.
Find out how to let natural light flow through your kitchen
Rethink the kitchen bar
An interesting element in this G-shaped kitchen is the low-lying table that wraps around the bench. It can work as a handy prep area as well as a cosy table with dining chairs – the low-lying table is large enough for four or more diners to be seated comfortably.
An interesting element in this G-shaped kitchen is the low-lying table that wraps around the bench. It can work as a handy prep area as well as a cosy table with dining chairs – the low-lying table is large enough for four or more diners to be seated comfortably.
Tropical ambience
When designing a kitchen, it’s important to treat it as a long-term investment – that’s why neutral tones and timeless design are hard to beat. But a G-shaped kitchen can also include some personal touches, such as the Asian-influenced elements here, ranging from a sculpture hanging on the wall to rattan and timber stools. To add warmth to the space, timber surrounds were included. While this complements an Asian design, this can work just as effectively in a traditional or rustic kitchen.
When designing a kitchen, it’s important to treat it as a long-term investment – that’s why neutral tones and timeless design are hard to beat. But a G-shaped kitchen can also include some personal touches, such as the Asian-influenced elements here, ranging from a sculpture hanging on the wall to rattan and timber stools. To add warmth to the space, timber surrounds were included. While this complements an Asian design, this can work just as effectively in a traditional or rustic kitchen.
Geometric elements
In this G-shaped space, blue and green should always be seen! While the mix ’n’ match style provides a quirky touch, it’s the geometric elements – stripes and block colours – that catch the eye. And the pièce de résistance? The curvaceous unit at one end of the bench to soften the sharp edges.
In this G-shaped space, blue and green should always be seen! While the mix ’n’ match style provides a quirky touch, it’s the geometric elements – stripes and block colours – that catch the eye. And the pièce de résistance? The curvaceous unit at one end of the bench to soften the sharp edges.
Never forget the finishes
These old-world materials – subway tiles, decorative panels, metal stools, tactile knobs – come together to give the kitchen an industrial-country feel. To finish the refined look, flooring and surfaces in tones of black and white add an contemporary edge to the space.
These old-world materials – subway tiles, decorative panels, metal stools, tactile knobs – come together to give the kitchen an industrial-country feel. To finish the refined look, flooring and surfaces in tones of black and white add an contemporary edge to the space.
Walk-through zone
The amount of cupboards and bench space are never compromised in a G-shaped kitchen, even when the layout has to work around doors and a busy corridor. Here, the family can easily move from room to room, without sending the busy cook crazy.
The amount of cupboards and bench space are never compromised in a G-shaped kitchen, even when the layout has to work around doors and a busy corridor. Here, the family can easily move from room to room, without sending the busy cook crazy.
Extra bench space
In such a compact space, this kitchen could have worked as a U-shaped zone. However, the designer realised that a G-shape kitchen would be more effective – the floor-to-ceiling pantry with an extra bench attached means that there’s more room for prepping and chopping.
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In such a compact space, this kitchen could have worked as a U-shaped zone. However, the designer realised that a G-shape kitchen would be more effective – the floor-to-ceiling pantry with an extra bench attached means that there’s more room for prepping and chopping.
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When designing the G-shaped kitchen, it’s important not to feel closed in, particularly if there are two or more people in the kitchen. That’s why this kitchen bar has a feather-light feel, utilising a thin tabletop with a funky V-shaped leg. A couple of slender stools are all that’s needed to complete the look.