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How to feel less lazy in your kitchen...

  • Optimize the layout
  • Clear the clutter
  • Choose your tools

Optimize the layout

How zones help

  • Streamline workflow by grouping similar functions.
  • Reduce unnecessary movements throughout the kitchen.
  • Prevent congestion and bottlenecks in kitchen traffic.
  • Reduce clutter by giving everything a “home.”
  • Make it easier to maintain a functional kitchen.
  • This is all equals less time and energy spent in the kitchen!

Clear the clutter

Countertops

  • Keep countertop storage to a minimum.
  • Limit countertop items to those used daily.
  • Give non-kitchen items a new home.
  • Stay on top of the dishes.
  • Do a morning or evening kitchen reset.

Cabinets

  • Clear out unwanted and unused items.
  • Organize your cabinets by kitchen zone.
  • Keep more frequently used items easier to reach.
  • Use the inside of your cabinet doors for storage.
  • Invest in organizers:
    • shelf risers
    • vertical pan racks
    • drawer organizers
    • bins and containers

Choose your tools

Kitchen essentials



kitchen tools

Small kitchen appliances



small kitchen appliances