The kitchen work triangle is a concept which helps in the placements of the three work areas – sink, cooktop, and refrigerator. These three work areas become the points and an imaginary line between these points becomes the work triangle. This concept of work triangle is used by the designers to minimize the walking within the kitchen and thereby improve efficiency by saving both time and energy.
Whatever shape the triangle takes, the sides of the triangle should be at least 4 feet and no more than 9 feet. The sum of all the sides of this triangle should be around 13-26 feet. Any lesser than 13 feet, the kitchen will feel cramped.