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Modular Kitchen
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1. INTRODUCTION
Modular Kitchen is basically a range of fixtures/cabinets which are put together in a planned and functional manner to make kitchen tasks easier. They are usually designed to suit an individual’s preference and adapts to the available space in one’s home.
Today various standardized modules, pre-fabricated in a variety of colors are available for one to choose from. This makes the whole process of setting up the modular kitchen with style and substance a breeze. Experts come and assemble the whole thing and before you know, the setup is ready for delivering. Off-course pre planning would help a lot.
Almost all over the world, in most homes, both husband and wife go out to work either out of necessity or out of choice and as such time spent in the kitchen is minimal giving rise to a demand for a well designed and convenient kitchen. Modular kitchens can very well fulfill this demand.
The basic modules are characterized by standardized units for the floor and wall, deep units to accommodate electrical appliances and gas trolleys, and a wide choice of accessories in the form of wire baskets, carousels, adjustable shelves and pull-out units.
Materials used are just as varied. You could choose from natural or lacquered wood (like teak wood, red wood, rubber wood) Membrane, combinations of wood and laminate, laminate and marine ply, or pre laminated boards or just flow freely with the tide of ingenious material at hand and explore your creative flair for a custom built one.
No matter what the size and the shape of the kitchens, the two basic preferences have always been wood and laminate for the cabinets and shutters, along with sturdy material like marbles or granite for the worktops.
A modular kitchen is one of the most sought after items today. In fact, it has now become a necessity to have a modular kitchen that is well planned for efficient space utilization and yet manages to look modern and chic.
Modular Kitchen is fast becoming an integral part of a home. The growing preference to have modular kitchen, in the place of conventional kitchen, is due to the fact that Modular kitchen offers convenience, aesthetics and optimum space utilization. It helps the housewife in tackling the cooking chores with less work. The space management is derived through use of horizontal and vertical space. Good storage practice prevents ants, insects and cockroaches from getting into food articles.
2 U-SHAPED KITCHEN
Fig 2.2: U Shaped Kitchen
Keeping in mind the variegated demands and specific requirements of the clients, we have emerged ourselves as a trusted manufacturer, supplier and exporter of U Shape Kitchens. These kitchens are designed by using the world-class components and sophisticated technology methods. Our modular kitchens are high in demanded and praised by the clients due to their elegant look and classy patterns.
A U-shaped kitchen is made up of three walls, It consists of work space on three adjoining walls, two parallel walls perpendicular to a third. The U-shaped kitchen is the most versatile layout for kitchens of all sizes because the layout offers continuous countertops and ample storage that surround the cook on three sides-shaped designs work equally well in small and large spaces. In larger kitchens, this floor plan is spacious enough to be divided into multiple work stations for cooks to easily prepare a meal together without getting in each other’s way. While in less-roomy kitchens, you can really utilize the area when cooking, as this compact design means everything stays within easy reach Shape modular kitchen is a design where two people can work freely without interfering their working zones because of availability of plenty of area to move around. U Shaped modular kitchen is also good for storage as this type of design have lots of ample space to work around with the accessories and appliances.
Advantages of Straight Line Kitchen
• Simplest of all the modular kitchen layouts
• Easy to install
• Less expensive
• Well suited for small spaces
• Provides easy access to appliances and sink
2.5 DESIGNER KITCHEN
We have gained rich industry experience in the field of manufacturing, supplying and exporting a large array of Designer Kitchens. Available in several specifications and models, these kitchens are developed by adopting the latest technology methods. Our modular kitchens are designed in attractive ways that they offer the ease of usage and all the kitchen works handled conveniently.
6 METAL KITCHEN
As per the specific requirements and variegated demands of the clients, we are engaged in providing the best and cost effective solution of Metal Kitchens. These kitchens are designed in such a manner that they offer the facility of multiple cabinets for the arranged and well managed utensils and other kitchen accessories. Our kitchens are easily installed and designed in accordance with the specific requirements of the clients.
4. ADVANTAGES OF A MODULAR KITCHEN
A well designed modular kitchen has many advantages that a traditional kitchen is not able to offer. Besides having a completely modular setup, the efficient modular kitchen will have the following advantages:
CONCLUSION
This thesis attempts to identify key user needs in Indian kitchen furniture for a migratory population. This population segment is educated, on the move and requires kitchen furniture that is modular, efficient and trendy. Henceforth concepts are proposed and a physical prototype built that meets user requirements. The thesis takes a bold step ahead in adding an interactive element to concepts which might become a standard in the future .This thesis however could not succeed on the front of physical realization of all proposed smart features in kitchen. There were technical problems during development and the present prototype is just a step forward. However, it does assimilate important facts from users, trends in market and creates a usable product. The contributions of this dissertation are stated as under.
1. This thesis gives out a step by step approach which should be carried out in developing commercial furniture starting from need identification to physical product development and beyond. The author hopes that the process followed could be useful to unorganized or small scale industries in gaining competency.
2. The thesis also documents relevant anthropometric data, important guidelines necessary for planning any kitchen space or furniture. Reference to this thesis work would acts as a quick guide to Indian ladies in creating efficient kitchens.
3. To the best of author’s knowledge, a concept like this for mobile kitchen does not exist at present in the market. Future refinement of the idea on these lines and development could create an indigenous product of high value. This thesis is only a small step towards future development of an efficient smart kitchen. There is scope of work over how physical embodiment of existing technology in communication, information display, robotics etc takes place into the kitchen furniture in future.