Commercial Kitchen Design
Efficient, Compliant & Practical Kitchen Layouts
We provide commercial kitchen design and layout planning for restaurants, catering businesses and food production environments. Our designs focus on workflow efficiency, equipment integration, ventilation planning and regulatory compliance, ensuring every commercial kitchen is practical, safe and built for long-term performance.
Your dream workspace starts here.
​​A well-designed commercial kitchen is critical to productivity, safety, and operational success. At JLG Kitchens & Vent Ltd, we take a structured and practical approach to commercial kitchen design, ensuring every layout supports the way your team works while meeting the demands of modern catering environments.
Our design process considers how staff move through the space, how equipment is positioned, and how ventilation, hygiene, and safety requirements are incorporated from the outset. This results in kitchens that are efficient to operate, easier to maintain, and built to support consistent performance during busy service periods.
Commercial Kitchen Design Built Around Your Operation
Every catering environment has unique operational requirements. Whether designing a kitchen for a restaurant, takeaway, café, school, care facility, or food production unit, we tailor each layout to suit your specific workflow, menu, and service volume.
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Logical workflow from delivery to service
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Clear separation of clean and dirty processes
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Efficient equipment positioning to reduce staff movement
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Adequate preparation, cooking, and storage zones
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Practical access for cleaning and maintenance
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By focusing on how the kitchen will be used day-to-day, we help reduce bottlenecks, improve productivity, and support a safer working environment.
Compliance-Focused Design Without Compromise
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Commercial kitchen design must meet current UK standards and best-practice guidelines. Our layouts are developed with compliance in mind, helping ensure your kitchen is designed to support requirements relating to hygiene, ventilation, fire safety, and staff welfare.
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Appropriate ventilation and extraction planning
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Safe equipment spacing and access
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Consideration for gas, electrical, and drainage services
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This proactive approach helps avoid costly changes later in the project and supports smoother approval processes where required.
Integrated Equipment & Ventilation Planning​
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Effective commercial kitchens rely on seamless integration between equipment, layout, and ventilation systems. Our design service ensures that cooking equipment, extraction systems, and airflow are planned together rather than treated as separate elements.
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Improved heat and odour control
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Better working conditions for staff
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More efficient use of space
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Long-term reliability of installed systems
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By addressing ventilation and equipment positioning during the design stage, we help create kitchens that perform consistently under real operating conditions.
From Concept to Installation-Ready Designs
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Our commercial kitchen designs are developed to move smoothly into installation. We produce clear, practical layouts that can be used for full turnkey projects or individual elements of work, depending on your requirements.
Whether you are planning a new commercial kitchen, refurbishing an existing space, or upgrading part of your operation, our design service provides a strong foundation for a successful build.
Commercial Kitchen Design Across the South of the UK​
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We provide commercial kitchen design services across London, Essex, Kent, and the wider M25 area, supporting both small independent businesses and larger commercial operations.
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If you are planning a new project or reviewing an existing kitchen layout, our team can help you explore practical, compliant design solutions tailored to your business.
Next step:
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Speak with our team to discuss your commercial kitchen design requirements and arrange a consultation.
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Whether you need a full commercial kitchen installation or a specialist service, our team is here to help. Get in touch with JLG Kitchens & Vent for expert advice and a no-obligation quotation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Commercial Kitchen Design
What is commercial kitchen design?
Commercial kitchen design is the process of planning a professional kitchen layout that is efficient, compliant with regulations, and suitable for high-volume food production. It considers workflow, equipment placement, ventilation, gas and electrical services, hygiene, and safety to ensure the kitchen operates smoothly and legally.
Why is professional commercial kitchen design important?
A professionally designed commercial kitchen improves efficiency, reduces operating costs, and helps prevent compliance issues. Poor layouts can lead to bottlenecks, safety risks, failed inspections, and expensive redesigns later. Proper design ensures your kitchen meets industry regulations from day one.
What regulations must a commercial kitchen design comply with in the UK?
Commercial kitchens must comply with several UK standards, including gas safety regulations (BS6173), ventilation standards (DW/172, DW/144, and TR/19), and general health & safety requirements. Compliance is essential for passing inspections, operating legally, and protecting staff and customers.
Do you design kitchens to meet gas safety regulations?
Yes. Commercial kitchen designs must account for gas safety, including correct appliance spacing, ventilation, interlock systems, and emergency shut-offs. All layouts are planned with BS6173 compliance in mind to ensure safe gas installation and operation.
How does ventilation affect commercial kitchen design?
Ventilation is a critical part of commercial kitchen design. It controls heat, smoke, grease, and odours while maintaining air quality. Poor ventilation can cause equipment failure, uncomfortable working conditions, and failed environmental health inspections. Designs must follow DW/172, DW/144, and TR/19 guidance.
Can you design a commercial kitchen for a startup or new business?
Yes. Many clients are startups opening their first commercial kitchen. The design process helps you avoid common mistakes, stay within budget, and ensure compliance from the start. A well-planned kitchen also makes it easier to scale your business later.
How much does commercial kitchen design cost?
The cost of commercial kitchen design depends on the size of the space, complexity of the layout, equipment requirements, and regulatory considerations. Investing in proper design early often saves money by preventing redesigns, delays, and compliance issues during installation or inspections.
How do you design kitchens for efficiency and workflow?
The cost of commercial kitchen design depends on the size of the space, complexity of the layout, equipment requirements, and regulatory considerations. Investing in proper design early often saves money by preventing redesigns, delays, and compliance issues during installation or inspections.
Do you work with engineers and installers?
Yes. Kitchen designs are created to support engineers and installers by clearly identifying service routes, equipment positions, ventilation requirements, and compliance needs. This helps reduce on-site issues and ensures smoother installations. We have a team of experienced engineers and installers that are all proficient troubleshooters and ready for your project.
Do you design kitchens for different types of commercial catering businesses?
Yes. Commercial kitchen designs are tailored to the specific needs of restaurants, takeaways, hotels, dark kitchens, schools, healthcare facilities, and other catering environments. Each type has different workflow, equipment, and compliance requirements.
Can you help with compliance for environmental health approval?
Yes. A compliant kitchen design plays a major role in environmental health approval. By following recognised standards and best practices, the design helps ensure inspections run smoothly and reduces the risk of required changes after installation.
What areas do you cover for commercial kitchen design?
Commercial kitchen design services are provided across London, Essex, and inside and around the M25, supporting both local businesses and larger multi-site projects.
Why choose a specialist in commercial kitchen design?
Specialist commercial kitchen designers understand catering operations, regulations, and installation constraints. This expertise helps avoid costly mistakes, ensures compliance, and delivers a practical kitchen that works efficiently in real-world conditions.