Kitchens are shape-shifting for maximum productivity ...

Geraldine has over a decade of experience writing within the home improvement sector. Additionally, she has unique first-hand renovation experience as the previous owner of a house-flipping business.

A U-shaped kitchen is one of the most efficient designs for a basic kitchen layout. Each of the main workstations, sink, refrigerator and cook top, sits on one wall. There's no doubt about it.