Flats, bachelor apartments, houses, hotels, hospitals all have a kitchen
. The most primitive household provides for a place where food is prepared. It is seldom thought of as a convenient area where food has to be prepared hygienically.
Preparing food is the main use of this space in any building. The main requirement is hygiene. Therefore it must be separated from other rooms. This is the main part where any housewife or cook can prepare and experiment with meals. There are some requirements a kitchen should meet.
First of all, this specific space has to be laid out properly. The plan has to take into consideration that a cook has to move easily from one point to another. Everything that is needed must be within reach. This applies to utensils, any spices or ingredients. As far as electrical appliances are concerned it is most practical to place it in a position near all required containers. Good planning ensures that cooking can be done in very short times.
Speaking of minimizing the frustration of a cook the second requirement is of utmost importance. That is namely ventilation. Insufficient air near heat only makes a cook irritable. The faster the meal is done with the better. It is then most likely that the food is not as tasty as it should be. At least one window is required. Otherwise an extractor fan above the hob leaves out most of the steam causing the heat.
Thirdly, light is another criteria for a standardized cooking place. In cases where outside light is insufficient an alternative is to make use of inside lighting. The brightness eases reading recipes. At the same time it inspires the person who is responsible for the meal. These are all ideal when the best results of hard work are expected.
Above all this is the pride of a woman. It reflects herself in a few ways. Decorating this space where a great deal of time is spent shows off her personality. Choice of curtains and placement of utensils are only two factors giving away much of the person working there. It speaks of pleasant or unpleasant times, of happiness or sadness during that time.
Taking all these into consideration this is a room of creativity in many ways.