The most efficient layout is a single wall kitchen. Most research notes that an I shaped kitchen, sometimes called a pullman kitchen, eliminates the traditional work triangle. True - but if you add an island, either movable furniture or built in casework you can create a type of work triangle that keeps everything within arms reach.
I really like the idea of having a movable piece because it would allow you to modify the space and add a dine in table or a bar height element that would allow casual dining in the kitchen.
I would much rather upgrade the finishes and appliance then have a larger kitchen and I think that the island creates a nice visual and plenty of work space.
Here are some of the better resources I've found for single wall kitchens:
http://www.houzz.com/i-kitchen
http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/4128/list
http://www.diynetwork.com/kitchen/8-ways-to-make-a-small-kitchen-sizzle/pictures/index.html
http://www.channel4.com/4homes/rooms/kitchen/planning-ideas/along-one-wall-kitchens-gallery-08-06-04/display/image/36-SE4004-l
http://glo.msn.com/living/tiny-kitchens-with-big-results-7416.gallery
http://www.kitchens.com/design/layout/common-kitchen-layouts/one-wall-kitchen/
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