The room layout is crucial when planning an open-plan kitchen/living room. If you are buying a house, you should therefore start planning the kitchen at an early stage. You’ll thus be able to commission installation of the gas, water, and electricity connections in the right places from the outset. When modernising a house, it is first important to get an overview of the available space. Existing walls can usually be knocked through to create openings to make an open or semi-open kitchen, even in an older building. Always get an experienced architect to check this.

An open-plan kitchen comes with a number of benefits. One of its biggest advantages is that it facilitates interaction and communication. If you’ve invited friends or family over for dinner, you can join in the conversations at the table while you prepare the food. Even while going about your day-to-day routine, you’ll be able to chat with your loved ones whenever you wish without having to interrupt your tasks in the kitchen. An open-plan kitchen also enlarges the living area. Activities such as watching TV, reading, working, cooking, and eating all take place in one room. This is the very essence of an open-plan kitchen.

A kitchen island is an attractive design feature in an open-plan kitchen. It can accommodate a hob or sink, for example. Different sinks are available depending on the type and size of your kitchen island. At Villeroy & Boch, you’ll find high-quality ceramic kitchen sinks for different requirements: undermount sinks, flush-mounted sinks, built-in sinks, and corner sinks. A corner sink is particularly recommended for a small open-plan kitchen where space is limited.

We also offer an extensive range of stylish and functional kitchen taps and fittings to match our sinks. These are available in various colours and fit beautifully into any room setting.

A well thought-out furnishing concept will ensure that your open-plan kitchen blends seamlessly with the living room. Among other things, the choice of furniture plays a role in the kitchen design. Your furniture should be well coordinated. Measure exactly how much space you need for each piece of furniture in advance and plan for sufficient storage space. Ceiling-high cabinets help to exploit every available centimetre in the kitchen. Additional storage space can be created using flexible furniture items such as shelves, trolleys and crates. As well as the right furniture, the right lighting is important too. It’s advisable to install several light sources to illuminate all your work areas well.