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Parallel kitchen (galley) design in Chennai

Parallel kitchens use two facing walls with a corridor in between. Suits narrow long kitchens. Here's when it works and what it costs.

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Parallel kitchen (also called galley kitchen) has cabinets along two parallel walls with corridor in between. Suits narrow long kitchens 6×12 ft to 8×16 ft. Walking aisle 4-5 ft for comfortable movement. Chennai 2026 cost: ₹2-5 lakh for typical 12-14 running foot total cabinets.

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2026 cost

TierParallel 12-14 ft total
Basic₹2-2.5 lakh
Standard₹2.5-3.5 lakh
Premium₹3.5-5 lakh

Slightly less than L-shape per running foot due to simpler joinery (no corner units).

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Frequently asked

What is a parallel kitchen?
Parallel kitchen (galley kitchen) has cabinets along two parallel walls with a corridor in between. Cooking on one wall, cleaning on the other. Suits narrow long kitchens 6×12 ft to 8×16 ft.
How much space does parallel kitchen need?
Minimum 6 ft wide (with cabinets on both sides) and 12 ft long. Walking corridor 4-5 ft for comfortable movement. Two cooks can work simultaneously without bumping. Optimal: 7×14 ft to 8×16 ft.
How much does parallel kitchen cost in Chennai 2026?
₹2-5 lakh tier-wise for 12-14 running foot total. Basic ₹2-2.5 lakh, Standard ₹2.5-3.5 lakh, Premium ₹3.5-5 lakh. Slightly cheaper than L-shape per running foot (no corner units = simpler joinery).
Is parallel kitchen good for Chennai homes?
Mixed. Works well in narrow long Chennai homes (some T Nagar / Mylapore old plot patterns). Doesn't work in standard square kitchens. Most Chennai 2-3 BHK homes have L-shape because plots aren't deep enough for parallel.
What's the difference between parallel and L-shape kitchen?
L-shape uses two perpendicular walls (corner). Parallel uses two facing walls (corridor between). L-shape suits square / rectangular kitchens. Parallel suits narrow long kitchens. L is more common in Chennai due to plot shapes.
Can children safely use parallel kitchen?
With caution. The corridor design means children might walk through while cooking is happening — risky with hot oil splatter or knives in use. Better: design with one end as 'children's snack zone' (basin + fridge + breakfast counter) keeping main cooking zone at other end.

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