A U-shaped kitchen will give you a lot of work and storage space. It can become an enclosing space if the wall cupboards run all around the room. The floor area will be a lot less than in any other shape of kitchen.

Consider this when choosing the shape of your kitchen. If this type of kitchen is used in a bigger room, part of the U can be used as a breakfast bar. Read more about how to choose the right kitchen layout for your next project.