2. What is Kitchen?
A kitchen is a room or part of a room used for cooking and food preparation in a dwelling or in a
commercial establishment. The main functions of a kitchen are to store, prepare and cook food
(and to complete related tasks such as dishwashing). The room or area may also be used
for dining (or small meals such as breakfast), entertaining and laundry. The design and
construction of kitchens is a huge market all over the world.
What is Modular Kitchen Design?
★An approach that subdivides a system into smaller parts called modules.
★These modules can be independently created and then used in different systems.
★All the modules are scalable, reusable and replaceable.
★There are many advantages of having a modular kitchen design –
1. Luxury
2. Comfort
3. Storage
4. Matching Appliances
5. Healthy Lifestyle
3. 1.Luxury- Modular Kitchens are affordable and offer high end features like LED
lighting, Power Corners, Sliding Units that make your kitchen experience
Luxurious!
2.Comfort- The myth that comfort and luxury can’t go hand in hand is
completely busted by Modular Designs. They not only offer luxury but are very
comfortable to use, maintain and repair.
3.Storage- Since modular design focuses on modules and individual units, the
problem of storage and design is solved simultaneously. Modular kitchens offer
ample storage with well designed units.
4.Matching Appliances- As part of modular kitchen design, many brands offer
appliances that match with the design and theme of the model. This is a great
advantage as it saves time & money which one would otherwise spend in
buying appliances separately.
5.Healthy Lifestyle- A healthy kitchen automatically leads to a healthy lifestyle.
So having a modular kitchen design will ultimately lead to a healthy lifestyle.
4. The Six Types of Modular Kitchen Layouts
The six most common modular kitchen layouts are the L-Shaped, Straight Line, U-Shaped, Parallel or Galley, Island and
Peninsula – each of these has it’s own advantages and makes use of the work triangle differently.
1. L-Shaped Modular Kitchen Layout
This is one of the most commonly found kitchen layouts. The L-shaped Modular Kitchen layout is ideal for smaller homes
as it makes maximum use of the available floor space. It gives you maximum storage and lets you easily incorporate a
small dining table within your kitchen.
5. 2.Straight Modular Kitchen Layout
Unlike other layouts, this type of kitchen does not employ a work triangle as such – the
workflow is based on a straight line. This layout is ideal for studio and loft apartments
– it keeps your kitchen space to a minimum while still maintaining optimum efficiency.
6. 3. U or C-Shaped Modular Kitchen Layout
If your home has a large kitchen space, you might be able to fit a U-shaped
kitchen layout in it. This layout has the most efficient work triangle and provides
the most storage space as well (with plenty of upper, lower cabinets and tall
units as well). You will also be able to have plenty of counter space, making it
ideal for more than one person to use the kitchen at a time.
7. 4. Parallel Shaped Kitchen or Galley Kitchen Layout
When it comes to cooking, the parallel kitchen is quite possibly the most
efficient layout. With two, long working areas that face each other, it can be
split into ‘wet’ and ‘dry’ workspaces. It provides lots of counter space,
storage and allows plenty of room for movement as well. The parallel
kitchen is suitable for most types of homes and is easily adaptable to your
needs.
8. 5. Open space or Island Modular Kitchen Layout
For many people, getting an island kitchen is the dream! It’s a beautiful, contemporary
option if you have the space for it. It combines either a straight line or L-shaped kitchen
model with an unconnected island space. The island can be used as an extra counter area
or breakfast nook, bar counter or your favourite baking nook. It can also be equipped with a
sink or stovetop. With two opposing working areas and storage spaces, this kitchen layout is
ideal for open plan living and for entertaining.
Because of its multiple uses, these kitchens become the heart of the home, where the
entire family gathers to cook, eat and converse.
9. 6. G-Shaped or Peninsula Modular Kitchen
Similar to an island kitchen, a peninsula kitchen layout has a free-standing workspace that
provides a secondary counter, work or entertainment area. Unlike an island, this peninsula
is connected to the main workspace; making it accessible from three, rather than four
sides. Often considered the ideal layout for homes with small kitchen areas, the peninsula
provides all the advantages of an island worktop while utilizing less floor space.
11. SHUTTER
A range of shutters finishes Laminate , Membrane High Gloss , Membrane Matt , Veneer , Lacquered veneer , Lacquered
Matt , Lacquered Matt , Polymer Shutters , Acrylic , Frosted Glass & Lacquered Glass in steel or aluminum profiling
15. 1. Drawer systems:
• Drawer system of channels plays a main role in having a simple and pretty
kitchen design as they have the drawer system will help in keeping all your
necessary items in an organized way it helps in storage purpose and gives a better
look for the kitchen. You will get dissimilar varieties and sole box drawer systems
offers shallow and deep storage space. They come with hard-wearing metal sides
that opens out to their complete length so that each products are completely
visible. The drawers would assist you load up to their supreme capacity; which will
give toughness and hold all the items in totally and which will not completely
relocate when closed abruptly.
16. 2.Tall units
• Tall units are indispensable part of kitchen furniture accessories design, chiefly
in cases where there is no requirement of storage for enormous amounts of
groceries or items which have long metal shelf piece. These versatile modular
kitchen accessories take huge vertical spaces and purpose like a storeroom for
kitchens that do have one. These units when closed look like a part of the
kitchen’s wall, giving the space a clean look while covering diverse items from oil
and seasonings to munchies and wine and more in inversely sized shelves as well
as drawers.
17. 3.Pull outs
Pull outs will offer various and exclusive narrow spaces in the kitchen.
Regularly fitted near the dishwasher or near end of the kitchen, these modular
kitchen accessories are intended with narrow tables, making items easy to
mess and access. Pull outs are available in numerous ranges and widths and
which can be used to speckled items like tinned foods, jars, bottles, cleaning
agents and lots more. It can even be used to work as a small storeroom in a
demanding kitchen where companies can help themselves.
18. 4.Corner resolutions
Maximum of the time, the kitchens corner spaces are usually go unplanted.
Though, you can access the maximum jobless corners of your kitchen with
awareness solutions. The basic feature has pull out abandons that can alternate
beyond the normal 90 degrees so that they completely withdraw into the back.
The latter are typically deep, with slanting drawers that make amazing use of
the corner space.
19. 5.Cutlery Organizer
Kitchen accessories manufacturers provide cutlery organiser trays that you can place in
kitchen drawers to avoid clutter and chaos.by using these organisers. You can easily find
the things you need in seconds. This kitchen accessory has various compartment of
different sizes. You can store your spoons, knives, forks, tongs and other things in
organised way.
20. 6.Under sink accessories
You can also install a dustbin holder inside the cabinet door to hold garbage beg.
this idea will help you keep your under sink floor area free ,clean and hygienic.
21. ADVANTAGES
Sleek and Stylish
Wide Variety of Colours, Textures and Finishes
Ergonomically Designed
Functional Storage Units
Perfect Finishing
Easily Assembled
Save Space
Quick Completion
Durable
23. What is each module made of?
A carcass is basically the body
of the module with panels
joined together with a crossbar.
The base modules come with
plinth feet which has height
adjustment and a skirting to
hide the legs. The carcass is the
main body after which
shutters, hardware and hinges
can be added.
24. Types of Modular Kitchen Materials
Everyone wants a modular kitchen to ease their cooking experience. However, how
much do we know about these kitchens? Unlike traditional kitchens, they are made by
assembling different modules together to fit the size and utility of the kitchen. Thus,
these can be manufactured at a factory and then assembled at home. These kitchens
can be dismantled and reassembled as each kitchen cabinet is an individual module and
not a single fixture.
25. Kitchen Cabinet Materials
1: Wood
Although expensive, actual wood can be
used to build a modular kitchen. However,
the flaws like knots and splinters can affect
the overall design. Also, termites may pose
a serious threat to the wood. However, if
you have actual wood, you can take these
measures to resist a termite attack.
26. Kitchen Cabinet Materials
2: Plywood
This is engineered wood made from
sheets of veneer pressed with resins.
Though on the slightly expensive side,
this is the most preferred material in
the kitchen for its strength. It has
variants like Boiling Water Resistant
Ply and Moisture Resistant (MR) Ply
which work well in kitchens due to
their resistance to water.
27. Kitchen Cabinet Materials
3: MDF
A Medium-Density Fiberboard is made
of small wooden fibers glued together
with resins and hot-pressed. This is a
budget-friendly option and can have
any finish fitted on top. Since this is an
engineered wood, it has a better
chance of resisting termites and has a
smooth finish.
28. Kitchen Cabinet Materials
4: Particle Board
Cheapest material available in the market,
particle board is made from sawdust and waste
wood which is one reason why people question
its quality. Since this material is not light it
cannot hold onto more weight. It is suitable
where the kitchen is used for light cooking only.
29. Kitchen Cabinet Materials
5: Laminate
If you’re looking for an
enduring finish, then laminates
come to your rescue and are
also easy on the pocket. It is
also heat and moisture-
resistant, making it the perfect
match for a kitchen.
30. Kitchen Cabinet Materials
6: Acrylic
Then acrylic finishes give it a
luxurious touch with its glossy
finish. However, this means that
fingerprint marks, dirt and stains
are more visible, and your kitchen
cabinets will require regular
cleaning. Also, this is an
expensive variant in finishes.
31. Kitchen Cabinet Materials
7: Membrane
If you’re looking for a mix of a durable yet
elegant kitchen, membrane finish is a
feasible option. It is hard-wearing and
relatively easy to maintain. They are also
easy to clean with a wet cloth and are not as
expensive as an acrylic finish .
32. Kitchen Cabinet Materials
8: PU
PU finishes for that classy look. PU finish is
basically painted over the shutter and can
be glossy or matte.
PU paint stands for Polyurethane paint. It is a
highly durable acrylic paint that is easy to
apply. This glossy paint has a royal-finish and
is applied over MDF boards. It is resistant to
heat, chemicals and water, making it perfect
for kitchens, too. Moreover, it is scratch
resistant making it long lasting
33. Kitchen Cabinet Materials
9: Glass
You can also opt for glass shutters in plain
or frosted variants for a better view of
your spices and groceries. This can make
your kitchen look airy while easing your
effort in cooking.
The modular kitchen contains modules of
different sizes and storage which are
picked based on your requirement and the
specification of your kitchen.
37. INSTALLATION
STEP:1 Take note of all utilities connections if installing base cabinets.
STEP:2 Draw lines using a spirit level for where your suspension rails will go
38. STEP:4 Draw outlines of your cabinets on the wall.
STEP:3 Mark the location of the studs on your suspension rail lines
39. STEP:2 Fasten your base rail to wall using a heavy-duty fastner
STEP:1 Cut the rails to the length you need using a hacksaw
PUTTING UP THE SUSPENSION RAILS
40. STEP:4 Check to make sure the rail is level
STEP:3 Use shims to make the rail rush flush with the wall if its uneven
PUTTING UP THE SUSPENSION RAILS
STEP:5 Repeat the process for upper rail
41. STEP:2 Then hang the upper corner cabinet on the suspension rail
STEP:1 Make openings for utility connections if necessary
FIXING CABINETS INTO THE WALLS
42. STEP:4 Check their alignment and then tighten the screws
STEP:3 Finally, hang the remaining upper cabinets on the suspension rail
FIXING CABINETS INTO THE WALLS
43. STEP:6 Hang the corner base cabinet
STEP:5 Fasten the upper cabinets together if applicable
FIXING CABINETS INTO THE WALLS
STEP:7 Hang the remaining base cabinets
44. STEP:9 Fasten the base cabinets together if applicable
STEP:8 Check their alignment, and then tighten them into place.
FIXING CABINETS INTO THE WALLS
