Today, choosing between an open kitchen or a closed kitchen is one of the most important decisions in interior design. Each option has its own charm, advantages and challenges. While open kitchens are all about spaciousness and visual connection, closed kitchens offer intimacy and order. But which is the best choice for your home?

Whatever the decision, what both options have in common is the need for a material that combines elegance, durability and versatility. This is where Ascale’s large-format sintered stone comes into play, capable of integrating harmoniously into any kitchen concept.

The spaciousness and versatility of open-plan kitchens

In recent years, open-plan kitchens have become the star of the contemporary home. This type of layout eliminates visual barriers and connects the cooking area with the dining room or living room, creating an integrated, functional and lively environment.

In addition to encouraging social interaction, these kitchens enhance natural light and generate a feeling of greater spaciousness, ideal for those who value open, flowing spaces.

Within this design approach, the sintered stone worktop is a perfect choice. The large format pieces allow the creation of continuous surfaces without visible joints, which reinforces visual cleanliness and provides an impeccable aesthetic. Its resistance to heat, scratches and stains also makes it a functional and durable choice for everyday use.

And if you are looking for cohesion and elegance throughout the space, you can extend the same finish of the worktop to the dining table, achieving a chromatic and material harmony that visually unites the kitchen and dining room, enhancing the design of the space.

Advantages of sintered stone in open kitchens

Open-plan kitchens have transformed the way we live and share the spaces in our homes. Beyond its modern and functional aesthetics, this layout offers numerous advantages that have made it a favourite for contemporary homes.

1. Social integration: One of the main advantages of open kitchens is how they encourage social interaction, as by removing walls, the kitchen ceases to be an isolated space and communication becomes easier. The kitchen, dining and living spaces are connected, creating an ideal environment for family gatherings, dinners with friends, or simply to enjoy the company while cooking on a day-to-day basis.
2. More space and light: The feeling of spaciousness is one of the greatest advantages of open-plan kitchens. The removal of walls maximises the available space, and allows natural light to flow freely through all areas. This makes smaller homes feel larger and brighter, while in larger homes it reinforces the feeling of an airy, relaxed space.
3. Design flexibility: Open plan kitchens offer great versatility in terms of style and layout. The possibility of designing a fluid and flexible space allows you to easily adapt it to different needs or changes over time. You can incorporate a central kitchen island, a breakfast bar, or even integrate living room furniture, creating a unique environment that suits your lifestyle.
4. More relaxed and practical lifestyle: With open-plan design, everyday tasks become more practical. If you have children, for example, you can supervise their activities while preparing food.
5. Added value to the home: Open kitchens not only improve functionality and aesthetics, but also increase the value of the property. This type of layout is highly valued in the real estate market, especially among buyers looking for modern, multifunctional spaces. With the right design, an open-plan kitchen can become the main attraction of your home.

Privacy and order in closed kitchens

On the other hand, closed kitchens never go out of fashion. Their design allows the culinary area to be kept away from the rest of the house, preserving privacy and preventing odours from spreading to the rest of the rooms. This configuration is perfect for those who prefer to maintain order and separate daily activities.

In this type of kitchen, the large format hob remains the ideal choice, as its compact and pore-free surfaces ensure impeccable hygiene, while its durability guarantees that worktops and cladding always look as good as new.

Benefits in closed kitchens

Closed kitchens, despite the popularity of open kitchens, are still a very good choice because of their many practical and aesthetic advantages.

Here are some of the main advantages of this type of layout:

1. Greater privacy and concentration: An enclosed kitchen offers a more private and quiet space, which is ideal if you prefer to keep certain activities, such as food preparation, away from social areas.
2. Odour and noise control: By being separated from the rest of the home, the enclosed kitchen helps to keep food odours and noise (such as noise from appliances) within the cooking area. This improves the quality of the environment in other areas of the home, such as the dining room or living room, allowing a cleaner and quieter atmosphere to be enjoyed.
3. Tidier space: In a closed kitchen, you have the opportunity to keep order and organisation out of sight of others. If you like to keep everything perfectly stored and tidy, this design is ideal for you. Utensils, appliances and cooking utensils are kept away from the public eye, contributing to a cleaner and tidier aesthetic in the rest of the house.
4. Personalisation and isolation: As it is an independent space, the closed kitchen allows you to personalise it completely according to your style. You can choose colours, finishes and furniture without having to worry about their integration with the rest of the common areas.
5. Increased storage and functionality: Enclosed kitchens often offer more storage options due to their freestanding structure. You can add more cabinets, shelving and appliances without having to worry about the visual space of the rest of the house. This allows for more efficient organisation and the possibility of having everything you need within reach, but without it getting in the way of the other rooms.

The best choice is in the details

Whether you choose the fluidity of an open kitchen or the privacy of a closed kitchen, the key is to create a functional and durable space that suits your lifestyle. At Ascale, we offer innovative and stylish solutions for both concepts, ensuring impeccable surfaces that stand the test of time.

Because, in the end, the true beauty of a kitchen is not in whether it is open or closed, but in the quality and design of the materials it is made of. Whatever you choose, with Ascale you will have got it right, as our sintered stone ensures a perfect finish and exceptional durability in every corner of your home.