7 Kitchen Layouts With The Sink And Stove On The Same Wall

When designing a kitchen for efficiency, placing the sink and stove on the same wall within close reach of the refrigerator is an effective way to increase workflow. This process helps minimize the steps between appliances and makes it easier to perform day to day cooking and cleaning tasks. Below I’ve created 7 functional kitchen layouts with the sink and stove on the same wall to help you find the ideal floor plan for your home.

Galley Kitchen Floor Plan With Sink & Stove On Same Wall

With its two parallel countertops and effective work triangle, a galley style kitchen is a highly efficient design that enhances cooking with a minimum amount of movement.

Floor Plan Details: A galley kitchen works perfectly with sing and stove along one wall and the refrigerator on the other to create a highly functional work triangle that maximizes meal prep and cooking. Since it has two rows of cabinets and countertops, its space efficient and fits well in small houses, condos and apartments.

Dimensions: 9.6ft x 7.2 ft

Why It Works: The linear and compact design ensures everything is in close proximity and within easy reach.

Design Tips:

• The minimum galley width is 7 to 9 feet.
• The ideal width is 10 to 12 feet to maintain a tight work triangle with appliances 4 feet apart.
• The sink-to-stove distance is best at 4 to 6 feet.
• The aisle width in this setup is 38″ with the recommended width being 42 to 48 inches for more comfortable movement for one or two people.
• A galley style can be dark, so ensure you have adequate lighting such as recessed fixtures and under-cabinet lights.
• To brighten the space use a lighter color-palette and reflective glass or tile surfaces.

Wider Aisle Galley Kitchen

A galley design with a wider aisle is useful for preventing overcrowding in kitchens that often have one or two people preparing meals or cleaning together.

Floor Plan Details: This galley style kitchen with dual rows of countertops and cabinets has a wider aisle measuring 42″ that is better for one or two people. This arrangement is also helpful when opening or closing appliances or cabinet doors to avoid fully blocking the walkways. This compact setup is also effective for its work triangle that has the range, sink and refrigerator within close proximity (4ft is advised if possible) of each other for better productivity.

Dimensions: 10ft x 7.8ft

Why It Works: With a main zone for cooking and cleaning this compact design increases productivity while maintaining a larger aisle for use by couples, or two people at a time.

Design Tips:

• Maintain a center aisle of at least 42″ to 45″ for better usability for two people to work together.
• Use under counter storage for small appliances to fully utilize your work tops for meal prep.
• Keep your refrigerator opposite the stove for easier access to cooking ingredients.
• Install task lighting to illuminate the countertop areas.
• Use extra tall cabinets to make use of the limited floor space.
• Ensure there is counter space on both sides of the sink in the corner.
• A galley kitchen must have good ventilation.

L-Shaped Kitchen With Island And One-Wall Sink & Stove

An L-shape kitchen with island and a single wall for a double basin sink and range and another wall for the refrigerator works perfectly for an effective work triangle inside an open-plan home.

Floor Plan Details: Kitchens with an L-shape design and island are very effective for performing cooking and cleaning tasks. The L-shape promotes easy access to essential appliances while the island acts as an additional work surface and a stylish focal point. This setup is ideal for open-plan rooms that stretch into the dining or living space. By installing an island countertop with an overhang, one can invite others to sit for eat-in-dining or for conversations with friends or family.

Dimensions: 13.7′ x 8′

Why It Works: The L-shape with sink and stove on the long wall and the refrigerator on the small one, combined with an island maximizes the work triangle and provides an abundance of surface area for different tasks.

Design Tips:

• The minimum wall length should be 13 feet to accommodate the island and clear pathways around. (10 ft min without island)
• The short side length can be a min of 10 ft with a small island or 6 to 8 feet without.
• The counter depth minimum is 24 inches.
• An ideal sink-to-stove distance: is 5 to 7 feet.
• The minimum island aisle width is 36 inches with a recommended size of 42 inches. (for open space)
• Use upper cabinetry if more storage is desired or open shelving to use extra wall space.
• Consider pendant lighting above the island’s surface to enhance the visual interest and offer better illumination.
• A movable island can adapt for a more compact room and be moved to the side when not in use.

U-Shaped Kitchen Design With Sink Next To The Stove

With its abundance of counter space and a flexible layout that works for small or large kitchens, the U-shape design is perfect for keeping everything within reach, while providing a clutter-free design.

Floor Plan Details: A U-shape kitchen design has the benefit of three walls or cabinets and countertops that provide separate zones for different tasks. This setup reduces unnecessary steps and the semi-enclosed work space reduces foot traffic interruptions. Placing the stove in the vicinity of the sink along the same wall allows for quick food prep and transitions such as washing, and chopping to cooking. Installing a small square island helps create an additional surface for preparing food and serving.

Dimensions: 15′ x 11′

Why It Works: The highly efficient U-shaped work triangle works for a variety of room sizes and promotes a streamlined flow.

Design Tips:

• Optimize your corner storage cabinets by installing Lazy Susan’s or pull-out shelves for hard-to-reach corners.
• Use a movable island or rolling cart if your kitchen is on the smaller side.
• The recommended aisle width is 42 to 48 inches. (to prevent crowding)
• Ideal width to fit a small island is 13 to 15 feet.

Kitchen Design With Peninsula And Stove Near The Sink

With a peninsula this kitchen design can serve as a multi-use space for homework, eat-in dining or extra seating for conversations.

Floor Plan Details: For this kitchen layout we have a peninsula that acts similar to an island to add more counter space for a variety of needs. This works great when there’s not quite enough room for a standalone island with proper clearances. The U-shape means you have three walls of counters and cabinets for plenty of storage and countertops. The peninsula seating makes it excellent for a more social environment and works well with an open or enclosed area.

Dimensions: 15′ x 11.5′

Why It Works: The arrangement of the stove and sink sharing the same wall with a refrigerator on the adjacent one and a peninsula on the other side, promotes a streamlined workflow.

Design Tips:

• Keep the aisles spacious by using a minimum width of 42″.
• If space conscious, choose bar stools that can be tucked under the countertops.
• Allow for a counter overhang of 12″ to 15″ to allow for adequate legroom underneath.
• Make sure there is 24″ of space for each bar stool so the user can sit comfortably.
• Create a stylish and modern look by adding waterfall countertops that flow down the sides of the peninsula.
• Consider hanging pendant light fixtures over the peninsula to create visual interest.

One-Wall Kitchen Layout

A single wall kitchen is an effective design for getting the most functionality possible out of a compact space like a small home, apartment or in-law unit.

Floor Plan Details: With its efficient use of a smaller room size a straight-line or single wall kitchen is a stream-lined option that generally keeps all appliances along a single wall. By having the appliances in a row, or the refrigerator placed on an adjacent wall as shown it can reduce unnecessary movement. The one wall layout works well if you have an open-plan room that leads into a living or dining space. It can be combined with an island if space allows to increase the amount of countertops for cooking, cleaning and eat-in dining.

Dimensions: 10ft wide with refrigerator placed near doorway.

Why It Works: A single line kitchen primarily keeps things situated along one wall that minimizes expense by reducing the complexity of plumbing and ventilation issues as well as the amount of materials needed.

Design Tips:

• For basic functionality a single-line option requires a minimum width of 6 to 8 feet to function.
• The ideal width is 10 to 12 feet to create a comfortable space that’s not too crowded.
• A standard counter depth of 24″ is recommended for cabinetry.
• The optimum sink-to-stove distance is 4 to 6 feet to provided necessary counter space for meal prep.
• Recommended Aisle Width: 36 to 42 inches (if parallel walkway exists)
• If there’s room combine with an island to increase storage and the otherwise limited countertops.

Kitchen With An Island, Pantry And Stove & Sink Sharing One Wall

With its corner reach-in pantry combined with an island this kitchen combines the perfect trifecta of efficiency, storage space and style.

Floor Plan Details: This kitchen with island and corner pantry has the square footage to offer one or more cooks the opportunity for cooking, dining and socializing. The island with storage underneath is the ideal place to stow small appliances. Meanwhile the corner reach-in pantry is perfect for keep all of those needed ingredients within arms reach.

Dimensions: 14′ x 11′

Why It Works: This L-shaped design with an island and corner pantry offers a good balance of style and functionality that offers a lot of storage and counter space to work with. The setup is best for open-concept homes, social kitchens, and larger spaces.

Design Tips:

• Use adjustable shelving in the reach-in pantry for different types of items.
• Consider installing a pocket or cabinet door if you don’t want the closet interior to be seen.
• If you use open shelving in the pantry consider using decorative baskets, bins or containers to make it more attractive.
• If the closet is enclosed consider motion detecting LED lights.
• The minimum wall length to fit an island is 13ft.
• Use a deep basin sink if you plan on cooking with large pots and pans.
• Place pendant lights over the island to better illuminate the space to go with recessed fixtures on the ceiling throughout the room.
• An overhang of 12″ to 15″ is advisable on the island for seating.
• Install the dishwasher near the sink to increase cleaning time.
• Consider deep drawers in the island for storing large pots, pans and small appliances.