Well-planned cabinets maximize space and enhance organization, making it easy to find and store items efficiently. They also improve the overall aesthetics and functionality of your home, contributing to a more pleasant and organized living environment.
So here are the list of essential cabinets that we think are a must haves
Cutlery Cabinet
Zone: Cooking
Necessity: Must Have
Cabinet placement: Ideally next to the food storage area & as farther away from the cleaning area.
Cutlery drawers are generally under the Gas Stowe/hob which are essential for organizing utensils and keeping them within easy reach.
2 Drawer Pull Out & 1 Hidden Drawer 
3 Drawer Pullout They come with 3 pull outs, 1st one for Spoon/Ladle etc, 2nd one for the Tumblers etc & the third one for the plates, making it simple to find what you need and maintain a tidy, efficient kitchen workspace. With well-organized cutlery drawers, you can enhance the overall functionality and aesthetics of your kitchen.
Sink Cabinet
Zone: Cleaning
Necessity: Must Have
Cabinet placement: Typically in Developer lead projects, it may not be easy to change the sink positions but ideally plan your cleaning area at the far end of the kitchen keeps dirty dishes out of the way, maintaining a hygienic space and preventing water splashes on the cooking area.
Sink Cabinet A sink cabinet is a crucial part of kitchen design, providing a specific area for cleaning of utensils. It also provides ample space for drying utensils and helps achieve the efficient "golden triangle" layout by positioning the food storage, stove, and sink in a triangular arrangement.
Bottle Pull Out Cabinet
Zone: Storage
Necessity: Must Have
Cabinet placement: Ideal placement for a BPO is next to or nearest to the cooking area so that Oil/Sauces are easily accessible
A bottle pull-out is a narrow, vertical storage unit designed to fit between standard kitchen cabinets. It's perfect for organizing bottles of oils, sauces, and other kitchen essentials, keeping them easily accessible but neatly stored.
These pull-outs often feature adjustable shelves or racks or a BPO hardware fixture maximizing storage space and maintaining a clutter-free kitchen. BPO come in 3-4 primary options starting from 150mm up to 300mm
Corner Cabinet
Zone: Storage
Necessity: Must Have
Cabinet placement: Corner cabinets can be placed where Kitchen corners that turns 90 deg
A corner cabinet is designed to efficiently utilize the corner space in your kitchen, which is often underutilized. These cabinets can come in various forms such as pull-out trays, or swing-out shelves, making it easier to access items stored deep in the corner.
One of the most common is the Blind Corner Cabinet. Blind corners are cost effective but accessing the deep corners can be tricky. so ideally, one can plan a fixture to fully utilize the corner space or this corner can be used to store away rarely used materials like large utensils.
Blind Corner Cabinet 
HK Blind corner Fixture And the second most common corner cabinet is the L Corner Cabinet
L Corner Cabinet L corner is a cabinet useful when someone who is constrained of storage place in the kitchen area. This unit provides access to the deep corners of any corner unit. L corners can have 2 swing shutters or Bi-fold shutters to provide that unhindered access. They are marginally expensive then Blind corners.
Tall Unit
Zone: Storage
Necessity: Must Have
Cabinet placement: Ideally placed closest to the cooking area & towards the kitchen starting or ending point
A tall unit is an excellent addition to any kitchen, offering extensive vertical storage space for housing Integrated Appliances, cookware, and other essentials. These units often feature adjustable shelves, pull-out racks, and compartments, allowing you to efficiently organize and access your kitchen items.
Tall Unit Tall units ideally used to store
By utilizing the height of your kitchen, tall units help maximize storage capacity, reduce clutter, and maintain a tidy, organized workspace.
Pantry Unit
Zone: Storage
Necessity: Good to Have
Cabinet placement: Ideally placed closest to the cooking area & towards the kitchen starting or ending point
A pantry unit is a tall, vertical storage cabinet similar to a Tall Unit which is designed to store a variety of food items mainly. These units often feature multiple shelves, pull-out drawers, and compartments, making it easy to access and arrange pantry staples, canned goods, and other supplies.
Pantry Unit The HouseKraft pantry cabinet comes with a stand fixture of 4 pull outs
Appliances Cabinet
Zone: Storage
Necessity: Good to Have
Cabinet placement: Ideally placed over the corner units
An appliances cabinet is designed to store and conceal your kitchen appliances, keeping your countertops clutter-free and organized.
Appliance Cabinet 
Mini-Appliance Unit + Storage pull out HK Appliances cabinet comes in 2 configurations of 600mm & 400mm along with a 200mm storage pull out. Both the come with integrated power points and base pull out shelf
Chopping Cabinet
Zone: Cooking
Necessity: Optional
Cabinet placement: Since this cabinet for cooking prep, it is placed next to the cooking area
A chopping tray unit is a handy addition to any kitchen, designed to provide a dedicated space for cutting and preparing food. These units often include a built-in cutting board that can be pulled out or slid back into place when not in use and They help keep your countertops clutter-free and provide a convenient, organized workspace for meal prep.
These units also feature Waste basket underneath for disposing waste enhancing functionality and efficiency in your kitchen.
Spice Cabinet
Zone: Storage
Necessity: Optional
Cabinet placement: Since this cabinet for cooking prep, it is placed next to the cooking area
A spice cabinet is a convenient and organized way to store your spices, keeping them easily accessible while cooking.
These cabinets often feature pull-out racks, shelves designed specifically for spice jars, allowing you to quickly find and reach the spices you need. Ideally these racks can be placed next to or around your cooking area.
Janitor Cabinet
Zone: Cleaning
Necessity: Must Have
Cabinet placement: Ideally placed closest to the cleaning area & towards the kitchen starting or ending point or in the kitchen utility/bedroom balcony/Wet kitchen/Store room
A janitor cabinet is a narrow cabinet designed to store cleaning supplies and equipment in an organized and accessible manner.
These cabinets typically feature multiple shelves, hooks, and compartments to accommodate items like mops, brooms, cleaning solutions, and other janitorial essentials. By keeping cleaning tools neatly arranged and out of sight, a janitor cabinet helps maintain a tidy and efficient work environment, whether in a home, office, or commercial setting.
Hidden Folding Table
Zone: Prep
Necessity: Optional
Cabinet placement: A hidden folding table double up the space of preparation creating space for food preparation area. A hidden folding table is a clever and space-saving solution for compact living areas. These tables can be folded and stored away when not in use, often integrated under the counter top
PAN/Ladle Pull Out
Zone: Storage
Necessity: Optional
Cabinet placement: These shelves slide out from the cabinet, providing easy access to items stored at the back, such as pots, pans, ladles, and other cooking utensils.. By utilizing the full depth of the cabinet, pull-out shelves maximize storage space
Breakfast Counter Cabinet
Zone: Multipurpose
Necessity: Good to Have
Cabinet placement: BF counters are best placed at the Kitchen entrance most suitable for open type kitchens or when kitchen entrances have at least 7' wide opening
A breakfast counter is a functional and stylish addition to any kitchen, providing a convenient space for quick meals and casual dining. Often positioned as an extension of a kitchen island or as a separate countertop, breakfast counters offer extra seating and can be used for various tasks such as dining, food prep, or working. Additionally the BF counter can smartly conceal & accommodate Appliances, Storage of food or non food items
And if space permits, one can plan a smart cabinet on top of the BF cabinet for displaying decor or crockery!
Island Counter
Zone: Multipurpose
Necessity: Good to Have
Cabinet placement: Island counters are best placed in the Kitchen and it is most suitable for open type kitchens. Find out if your Kitchen can accommodate a Island Counter!
Island Counter An island counter is a versatile and stylish feature in modern kitchens, providing additional workspace and storage. Often situated in the center of the kitchen, it can be used for food preparation, dining, and even as a social hub. Island counters can be customized with various features such as sinks, cooktops, and seating areas, enhancing both functionality and aesthetics in your kitchen
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