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Modular kitchens have become immensely popular because they have made cooking a very convenient experience. Besides offering plenty of storage, they appear very appealing as well. Moreover, you do not have to worry about the size and shape of your kitchen as there are various types of modular kitchen design interiors. You will be easily able to find an option that fits perfectly in your kitchen layout.
In most modern homes, kitchens are not very large. To make use of the narrow space properly, homeowners opt for a parallel or galley kitchen. It is commonly known as a corridor kitchen also. However, this does not mean it will not look good in large kitchens. Its design offers plenty of storage and space to move freely. The design has two separate platforms set against the longer walls opposite each other and the space between them is available for the movement of traffic. You can install the doors and windows on any side depending on the layout of the home. If you are not aware of parallel modular kitchens, here are a few facts about them that will help you to understand them better:
Advantages
01 of 03 An efficient option
According to experts, the galley kitchen is one of the most efficient designs you can choose. This is because the design is very practical and makes working in the kitchen more convenient. Since all the elements are set against the opposite walls, creating the work triangle in a galley kitchen is very easy. The work triangle refers to placing the hob, sink, and refrigerator in such a manner that when you move between these three points, it forms a triangle. As a result, you can easily move from one place to another and perform all the tasks in the kitchen easily.
02 of 03 Sufficient storage space is available
The kitchen is one of the busiest places in your home and it has lots of items. It is important to store all these items properly so that the kitchen does not appear cluttered. For storing everything properly, you will need sufficient storage space in your kitchen decor. Since galley kitchens have cabinets and drawers on both sides of the kitchen, plenty of storage space is available in the kitchen. As a result, you will be able to store all the kitchen items neatly. This will make working in the kitchen much easier as every item will have a dedicated space and you will be able to find them easily. Also, an organised kitchen appears more appealing.
03 of 03 Endless customisation options
If you want to design a kitchen that not only makes use of space efficiently but is also designed keeping your needs in mind, a parallel modular kitchen is a great idea. This is because modular kitchens offer plenty of customisation options. Depending on your needs, you can design, shape, size, and install every element when creating your galley modular kitchen. As a result, you can have as much storage and counter space as you want in your kitchen. As a result, you will feel more comfortable working in your own kitchen.
Disadvantages
01 of 03 You might feel space constraint
Parallel modular kitchens are designed to make use of space efficiently and offer maximum working space. However, it will be impossible to work in a galley kitchen that is very narrow. Placing platforms on both sides will leave very little space for free movement. Also, more than one person will not be able to work in the kitchen. As a result, people will not be able to cook in the kitchen conveniently.
02 of 03 Not the best choice for large families
You will still find joint families in many Indian homes. To prepare food for so many people, you will require a large kitchen. Since galley kitchens are smaller, sufficient space might not be available to store and cook everything for all the people in the kitchen. As a result, you will not be able to prepare food for everyone. Also, maintaining and organising the kitchen will become a difficult task. This is why large kitchen design interiors like a U-shaped kitchen are preferred for large families.
03 of 03 Natural light might not be available
You will need at least one large window in your kitchen decor so that natural light can enter and the interiors stay ventilated. However, the walls are covered with cabinets and shelves for storage in small galley kitchens and hence, sufficient space for a window is not available. As a result, natural light cannot enter indoors and it appears dark. Also, the interiors feel a little enclosed. You will have to completely rely on artificial light.
