The following are common questions Kitchen Designers are asked:
Where is the best place to put the refrigerator?
It is best to put the refrigerator at the end of a countertop run or next to a pantry. It is "best practice" to have your pantry at the end of a countertop also. This way you are not walking around it to get to the other side of the countertop and having a broken up workspace. If possible, try to recess your refrigerator 3 inches into the wall or buy a counter depth refrigerator. Remember however counter depth refrigerators are more expensive and usually taller. You probably will need to increase the width to get enough storage.
Can I put an island in my kitchen?
Most people look at magazines and go online to get ideas before doing renovations on their homes. Unfortunately, most good photographs of kitchens are for bigger kitchens and they show great islands and much more. An island is a nice idea and can give much needed counter space. However, if you have to walk around it to get to all the appliances or it disturbs the natural flow of the kitchen then it is not recommended. You will need about 36 inches between the island and other countertops, appliances or walls. If not it will be crammed.
What is the "work triangle" and do I need it?
The work triangle dates back to the 1950's. It basically optimizes the triangle formed by the 3 main kitchen appliances--- sink, range and refrigerator. The idea is to reduce the walking distance while preparing food. Each side of the triangle should be 4 to 9 feet max and not more than 26 feet when adding all 3 sides. Of course in small kitchen designs, with straight wall layouts, this is not possible as can be seen in a lot of Manhattan like apartments.
How do I get more storage or counter space?
Again changing the layout probably will help the most here. If you are using a wall oven you really need to ask yourself if it is necessary. Simply taking a wall oven out will have a big impact on both counter space and storage. Today you can get convection microwaves that may be all the extra oven capacity you need. Use frameless cabinets that give better access and also make the drawers wider. If your cabinets are going up to the ceiling it may not be necessary to have a pantry.
In closing, Changing the layout of your kitchen can improve the flow and function of the kitchen. It can give more storage and counter top space and of course make the kitchen look bigger. Simple changes like eliminating pantries and wall ovens if they are not necessary will have a big impact.
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