How to design a workable kitchen? Inspirations and tips

A kitchen design is quite a challenge - especially for those who do not do it professionally. However, all it takes is a little creativity and a well-conceived plan to create a space that is both useful and aesthetically striking. In this article, you will find helpful tips for designing a practical kitchen - starting from the selection of tiles to the layout of cabinets and appliances. You will discover that with a few practical tricks, your new kitchen can become a perfectly arranged space.

Read this text to find out:

  • which tiles to pick for a feature kitchen,
  • what to consider when designing a functional kitchen layout,
  • how tiles can be used as worktops.

How to decorate a workable kitchen? Just get started with the tiles

Tiles form a crucial element of any kitchen. They determine the appearance of the entire room and affect its usability. For functional kitchens, tiles should be found in two primary places - on the floor and on the walls.

Functional kitchen with floor tiles

New-build kitchens are usually combined with living rooms, and therefore their design should blend in with the overall arrangement. At the same time, the kitchen floor must be moisture-resistant and easy to clean; the wood or laminate flooring often used in living rooms do not work there. There is, however, a practical solution to balance a consistent look with functionality.

In the Boho collection, you will find porcelain tiles that look like a wooden floor as they are shaped like longitudinal planks, and the pattern on them makes them look like wood.

Functional kitchen wall solutions

The space between free-standing and on-wall cabinets is usually referred to as a showcase of the kitchen. How should it be arranged so that it protects the walls, for example from splashes, and at the same time looks beautiful? The Masovia collection is perfect for this purpose. You will find colourful tiles in small sizes, which can be freely combined with each other to form unique patterns. With a diverse range of colours, you can create a composition that will bring your kitchen to life.

Practical kitchen - principles of equipment design

Planning a workable kitchen is related not only to selection of the right finishing materials, but also to a well-thought-out spatial layout and ergonomics. What principles should be taken into account when planning your furnishings?

  1. You need to ensure that the so-called work triangle is well spaced. The fridge, sink and cooker are the three household appliances that are most frequently used in the kitchen. The optimum distance between them should be 120-210 cm.
  2. Plan the cutting area. It should be close to the sink and the cooker; this will reduce food preparation time.
  3. A functional kitchen island will add more worktops and storage space. If you have enough space or want to make your kitchen separated from the living room, then you need to consider adding an island. This is also a great way to have a table in a small functional kitchen.
  4. Light up your workspace. Light in the kitchen affects your cooking comfort. Ensure that your worktop is properly lit with pendant lamps. Just make sure that the overhead shades do not interfere with food preparation.

Modern practical kitchen - arrangement of the layout and design of all cabinets

Whether you are a culinary master or you more often order ready-made food or eat out, it is very important to keep things tidy in the kitchen. To take care of this, you need to think about the number and type of all the cabinets. They should be arranged in a way that makes it easy to access the most frequently used items and appliances. The more equipment you have to store, the easier it is to keep things tidy and the more convenient your cooking will be.

Pay attention to the worktops as they act as the main work surface. What material should be chosen for the worktops? Instead of wood or laminate, choose a worktop made of porcelain tiles from the Pietrasanta collection. These tiles are both aesthetically pleasing and highly durable. The timeless pattern of classic marble will suit both bright and dark arrangements.

The proper materials and a clever layout - these things make a kitchen functional and beautiful. Explore our collections in detail and see which ones you can use at home.