A very traditional and popular design trick often used in kitchen furniture is ‘Symmetry’. This style creates a parity and harmony in a design by placing elements in a repeated pattern. Classic and timeless, symmetrical designs help create stability and a sense of order in the kitchen.
While designing a kitchen, symmetry may be aligning appliances, cabinets and other elements in a balanced manner. For instance, placing a refrigerator between two cabinets on either side on one portion and a sink in the centre and a range with a cooking counter on the opposite one creates a symmetrical design.
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Symmetry provides flexibility
Kitchens these days are not gender restricted and hence the overall design that it sports is also very neutral. Symmetrical designs are versatile and flexible and can be moulded to lodge a variety of tastes.
For instance, a symmetrical design can be dressed up with traditional cabinetry or dressed down with modern finishes and hardware.
Symmetry mitigates clutter
A sense of calm and stability is given by a symmetrical design that makes the entire environment in the kitchen stress-free and relaxing. This is very pivotal for a space that should have positive energy and where you spend a lot of time preparing and cooking food.
Symmetry provides storage
A kitchen is more enjoyable to work in when irrespective of the size of the kitchen, there is ample storage available. The kitchen style created by symmetry is pleasing to the eyes and equally functional. Following straight lines always gives you extra space, not only practically but visually as well. Additionally, planning storage and using it in the maximum way possible when symmetry exists. Following pattern and symmetry is key to creating specific space.
Symmetry kitchen adds to property value
A well-designed and well-kept kitchen always adds value to a property. As symmetrical designs are timeless and classic, they are a very popular choice among home buyers and hence they add onto enhancing the value of your property.
The pain points of an asymmetrical design are
Asymmetry encourages clutter
An asymmetrical kitchen often looks cluttered. This makes it less functional, which is a big disadvantage.
Lack of balance
Absence of equilibrium results in asymmetrical designs making the kitchen look chaotic and disorganised. Asymmetrical kitchens may have awkward irregular spaces that can be difficult to use for storage.
Difficulty in planning
A big challenge posed by asymmetrical kitchens is planning and organising, as there may not be a clear structure or pattern to follow. This makes it difficult to know where to place cabinets, appliances, and other elements. Paucity of clear balance or symmetry in the kitchen design results in the eye not knowing where to rest, what to keep and how to access things that are needed regularly and sparsely leaving the kitchen cluttered and overwhelming.
While ‘Symmetry’ is the most classic design trick, there are other design tricks that are used in kitchen furniture like the use of contrasting colours and texture, and the use of statement pieces to create focal points and add interest and depth by way of layering. A symmetrical design trick enhances the style and aesthetic of a kitchen and hence makes it most sought after.
