In recent years we have seen the open plan kitchen grow in popularity. But is it the right kitchen for your home? It’s popular because it offers a spacious environment for the whole family. The walls are removed, and the structure of the home is changed. But is that for the better? In this blog post we help you decide if an open plan kitchen is right for your home.
What is an Open Plan Kitchen?
An open plan kitchen is like the modern take on interior design. The walls that separate the kitchen from the dining room or lounge are removed. Instead of separate rooms, you have an integrated space that is easier for socialising and entertaining. The barriers to separate rooms are removed meaning that conversation can flow easily between family and guests.
Is an Open Plan Kitchen Right for Your Home?
An open plan kitchen is more than just an aesthetic appeal. It requires careful consideration. You need to think about how you use your kitchen and home on a day-to-day basis. Do you want to cook and chat to family members and guests, or would you rather be shut away cooking on your own? Is the kitchen your space away from the busy world, or do you want to help the kids with homework while you cook?
It’s important to remember that kitchens can become messy, and they will give off different smells dependent on what you are cooking. Do you want these smells to fill your home? Would you like to relax without seeing the piles of dirty dishes after cooking? A carefully designed kitchen can help to maintain the aesthetic appeal and comfort of your living area. However, these things will still need to be considered.
You need to consider the sound and noise within the home too. Well placed rugs, thick curtains or a strategically placed shelving unit can help absorb sounds. You just need to think about how the open aesthetic can be enjoyed without the acoustics being too much for those in your home.
The heating of your home will need to be considered too. It is more challenging to heat a larger space than a smaller space. You may want to consider underfloor heating to help with the efficient heating of the home. Zoned heating systems can also help with effective home heating too, or maybe smart thermostats?
These are all things that we can help you with in the planning stages of your open plan kitchen. If you are not sure of the type of kitchen you want to upgrade your home, pop in and see our kitchen showroom in Peterborough. We will happily show you around and help you plan the perfect kitchen for your home and your family.
