Single-Wall Kitchen Layout

The L-shaped kitchen is the most common and adaptable layout worldwide. It uses two adjacent walls, leaving two open sides and working perfectly in small, medium and open-plan spaces.

Kitchen Layout

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U-Shaped Kitchen Layout

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L-Shaped Kitchen Layout

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Single-Wall Kitchen Layout

Island Kitchen Layout

Single-Wall kitchen layout are ideal for:

  • Studio apartments & ADUs
  • Open-concept lofts
  • Vacation homes & cabins
  • When you want the kitchen to disappear visually

Single-Wall kitchen layout design tips(2025 Edition)

  • Minimum length: 12–14 ft for a functional kitchen
  • Go floor-to-ceiling cabinetry with hidden handles
  • Use a mobile island or fold-down table for extra prep space
  • Integrated appliances + panel-ready fridge/dishwasher = invisible look
  • One stunning slab backsplash (porcelain or quartz) from counter to ceiling

OPTIMAL APPLIANCE PLACEMENT

  • Fridge → Sink + dishwasher → 36–48 in prep space → Cooktop → More counter

PROS OF A SINGLE-WALL KITCHEN

  • Cheapest layout to build 
  • Leaves maximum floor space for living/dining 
  • Super modern and minimalist aesthetic 
  • Easy cleaning (one wall!)

CONS & HOW TO FIX THEM

  • Very little counter space → add a rolling island or butcher block 
  • No work triangle → group sink and cooktop close together 
  • Storage is limited → go tall (10–11 ft cabinets)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What’s the shortest functional single-wall kitchen?

10–11 ft works for basic cooking; 13 ft+ is comfortable.

Are single-wall kitchens practical in 2025?

Yes, especially with 24-inch deep appliances and mobile islands.

Can I have two cooks in a single-wall kitchen?

Only with a big movable island that creates a second zone.