The Best Kitchen Drawer Layouts for Busy Families.
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Smart Kitchen Drawer Layouts That Make Family Life Easier
When you're juggling family meals, school runs, and daily chaos, a well-planned kitchen drawer layout can make all the difference. The best layouts don’t just look good — they work hard for you, streamlining storage and saving time.
Start with Deep and Wide Drawer Units
Deep drawers are ideal for pans, small appliances, and bulkier items — and they’re much easier to access than traditional cupboards. Wider drawer configurations can also replace multiple narrow cupboards, making everything more accessible. See what’s possible in our Drawer Units collection.
Why Drawers Beat Cupboards for Storage
For busy families, kitchen drawers win on both form and function. We break this down further in our popular blog on drawer benefits.
Organise with Internal Drawer Packs
If you’re working with taller cabinets or larder units, internal drawer packs offer a clean and clever way to create zones. Our 600mm internal drawer set is a practical example that customers love for pantry-style layouts.
Make Room for the Everyday
Keep essentials at your fingertips with tailored storage: think cutlery near the dishwasher, kids’ plates in lower drawers, or peg-board organisers for dishes and bowls. The Drawer Peg Board helps stop things sliding around — especially useful for heavy-duty family life.
Popular Configurations
- 500mm Wide 3 Drawer Base Unit — Great for utensils, prep tools, and baking equipment.
- 800mm Drawerline Base Unit — Versatile for pots and Tupperware.
Drawers in Tall Units?
It’s a game-changer. Adding drawers to tall cabinets lets you fully use vertical space without losing access. Read more in this breakdown of tall drawer setups.
FAQs: Drawer Layouts
Are kitchen drawers better than cupboards?
Yes — drawers make everything easier to access and help reduce clutter, especially in family kitchens where time and order matter.
Which drawer layout is best for families?
A combination of wide drawer base units and internal drawers in tall cupboards offers maximum flexibility and storage.
Can I add drawers to existing tall cabinets?
Yes, options like our internal drawer packs are designed for retrofit use and make a huge difference in everyday usability.