{"id":4162,"date":"2023-05-17T09:00:15","date_gmt":"2023-05-17T08:00:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/savoytimber.com\/help-and-advice\/?p=4162"},"modified":"2023-05-17T09:05:31","modified_gmt":"2023-05-17T08:05:31","slug":"4-reasons-to-choose-an-open-plan-kitchen","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/savoytimber.com\/help-and-advice\/4-reasons-to-choose-an-open-plan-kitchen\/","title":{"rendered":"4 reasons to choose an open-plan kitchen"},"content":{"rendered":"

The kitchen is often described as the heart of the home – and here at Savoy Timber<\/a><\/strong>, we couldn\u2019t agree more!<\/p>\n

An open-plan kitchen is a highly popular option for homeowners across the UK, largely because of the sense of flow, space, and creative freedom that it often provides. Its ability to merge cooking and dining areas means that it\u2019s the perfect option for creating a social space, and often a preferred option for families. So, if you\u2019re planning to spruce up your kitchen space this year, here\u2019s a few reasons why you should consider a stylish and practical open-plan kitchen.<\/p>\n

1. It provides more space for the whole family<\/h2>\n

The first and most obvious advantage of an open plan kitchen is the space it creates. There\u2019s more space to cook, entertain and most importantly, to spend time with the people you love. Additionally, it opens you up to new design possibilities that will enhance your space. From kitchen islands and breakfast bars to room for more appliances and storage, an open-plan kitchen is ideal for creating harmony between the dining room and kitchen areas.<\/p>\n

There\u2019s more room to entertain your guests<\/h2>\n

An open-plan kitchen is perfect for spending time with friends and family. The layout of an open-plan kitchen allows for a continual flowing atmosphere, whether for conversation, laughter or music. Your guests will feel relaxed and comfortable, and you can easily and seamlessly take on the dual role of cook and host.<\/p>\n

An open plan kitchen turns cooking your daily meals into a more sociable experience, so that whoever\u2019s cooking can join in with the conversation and socialising rather than being confined to a separate room. You can enjoy time with your family and friends, watch the kids and cook a delicious meal all in one multifunctional space.<\/p>\n

So, whether it\u2019s a Sunday roast, a casual catch up or a dinner party, the open nature of the room offers a more causal, welcoming feel to your home.<\/p>\n

2. More people can cook at one time<\/h2>\n

As we touched on earlier, the greater space an open-plan kitchen provides makes it easier for multiple people to cook simultaneously. You won\u2019t need to take turns waiting for the kitchen to be free so you can make your lunch, there\u2019s plenty of space on laminate kitchen worktops<\/strong><\/a> for an extra pair of hands. This is especially handy if you\u2019re cooking larger meals or spend quite a lot of your time in the kitchen \u2013 let\u2019s be honest, it can get a little lonely! Another plus is there\u2019ll be more hands on deck to do the washing up afterwards!<\/p>\n

3. It allows for more natural light<\/h2>\n

Fewer built-up walls allows more natural light to flow into your space. We spend so much of our time indoors in general, so an open-plan kitchen can help us to embrace the benefits that come along with natural light. And there\u2019s no shortage of those, such as:<\/p>\n

\u2022 It helps the room to feel airy and spacious
\n\u2022 It saves money by reducing the need for internal lights
\n\u2022 It boosts your mood and reduces stress
\n\u2022 It\u2019s great for house plants<\/p>\n

That\u2019s just to name a few! Natural light not only looks great but it helps you feel great too (and reducing the need for internal lights can also help you to cut down your energy bills to a certain extent, which is always a welcome bonus).<\/p>\n

4. It increases your home\u2019s value<\/h2>\n

Spacious kitchens are incredibly popular on the housing market these days. That means an open plan kitchen is especially valuable if you\u2019re ever looking to move house, as it makes your home more appealing on a number of levels to potential buyers. A larger, multifunctional room is more favourable than multiple smaller rooms. According to research by Nationwide<\/a><\/strong>, increasing your floor space by just 10% can increase your home\u2019s overall value by 5%, which is good to know.<\/p>\n

So, that\u2019s your whistle-stop tour on open-plan kitchens! And if you\u2019re considering re-vamping your kitchen and you\u2019re looking for the perfect kitchen worktops to tie the whole thing together, that\u2019s exactly where we come in. Here at Savoy Timber, we have an extensive collection of worktops to choose from, from our laminate kitchen worktops to our Zenith solid compact range<\/a><\/strong>, plus many more.<\/p>\n

You can browse them at your leisure here on our website or, if you\u2019d rather take look in person, in our DIY storefronts in Blackpool, Preston and Wigan. Either way, if you have any questions or queries get in touch and our dedicated team will be happy to assist you – whatever you need!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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