Planning the physical arrangement of the cabinetry is an important aspect of the design process. For your kitchen to perform at its best, there should be a relationship between the three primary workstations in your kitchen: the refrigerator (food storage), sink (clean up), and cooktop (food prep). This relationship is referred to as the “Work Triangle” and is considered the ideal workspace in any kitchen.
According to the National Kitchen and Bath Association, the distances between the 3 stations should total no more than 26Â’ with no one distance measuring less than 4Â’ or more than 9Â’. When the kitchen plan includes an additional appliance/work center, each additional travel distance to another appliance/work center should measure no less than 4Â’ nor more than 9Â’. When planning the layout of your cabinetry, it is also important to consider the Functional Aspect of Design .