Bought a house, estimated the renovation budget plus 10-15% for inevitable extras, and we set aside 5000 EUR for the kitchen!!!!
That’s how it started... at first, I was in a bit of shock, but we still had time. First step: remove all the walls for a new layout—I need space...
Let’s start with the (according to the agent) move-in ready property. The small kitchen, just under 8 square meters (about 86 square feet), had its 1970s pass-through removed. The wall including the kitchen door is gone! The wall next to the cellar stairs is gone too! Actually, the entire slanted wall, nearly 7 meters (23 feet) high, removed completely...
The window had to go as well since we needed a different working height than the standard 90 cm (35 inches). New screed installed, we switched to underfloor heating, all electrical wiring and water pipes are new.
After almost six months, the realization slowly sank in: the kitchen budget will not exceed 5000 EUR, so we had to look for a used kitchen... something special, but very cheap.
The search criteria: within a 100 km (62 miles) radius, up to 1000 EUR, because I still want new appliances.
That’s how it started... at first, I was in a bit of shock, but we still had time. First step: remove all the walls for a new layout—I need space...
Let’s start with the (according to the agent) move-in ready property. The small kitchen, just under 8 square meters (about 86 square feet), had its 1970s pass-through removed. The wall including the kitchen door is gone! The wall next to the cellar stairs is gone too! Actually, the entire slanted wall, nearly 7 meters (23 feet) high, removed completely...
The window had to go as well since we needed a different working height than the standard 90 cm (35 inches). New screed installed, we switched to underfloor heating, all electrical wiring and water pipes are new.
After almost six months, the realization slowly sank in: the kitchen budget will not exceed 5000 EUR, so we had to look for a used kitchen... something special, but very cheap.
The search criteria: within a 100 km (62 miles) radius, up to 1000 EUR, because I still want new appliances.
We also decided against a fixed draining board attached to the sink. Just Google “Joseph Joseph Extend.” It works great and can be placed as needed or stored in the cabinet under the sink. This way, everything always looks tidy.
The best feature in our kitchen was the second sink in our work island. This allows you to use one basin for washing vegetables, draining, and so on. The second one can be used directly for rinsing dishes.
If you have the space, I would definitely consider this option!
The best feature in our kitchen was the second sink in our work island. This allows you to use one basin for washing vegetables, draining, and so on. The second one can be used directly for rinsing dishes.
If you have the space, I would definitely consider this option!
hausnrplus2524 Feb 2020 17:49Wickie schrieb:
We also decided against a fixed draining board at the sink. Just google Joseph Joseph Extend. It works great and can be placed as needed or stored away in the cabinet under the sink. This way, the area always looks tidy.
And the best feature was the second sink in our work island. This way, one basin can always be used for washing vegetables, draining, etc., while the other can be used directly for rinsing.
If there is enough space, I would definitely consider that again! Funny that you mention it—we have the predecessor model, Joseph Joseph Arena, which actually sits ON the draining board. That’s why in the new house we will probably choose a sink without a draining area and instead opt for a second basin.
Climbee schrieb:
even for quick-fried dishes (which we sometimes make without a pan, since we have a teppanyaki grill).Tell us a bit more about the teppanyaki grill
I don’t really remember... You shared your kitchen setup, right? Was the grill plate visible there?
So, we have a bit more than 4 meters (13 feet) of countertop plus a 1.8-meter (6 feet) island. After subtracting space taken up by appliances, I still have about 4 meters (13 feet) of clear surface area for chopping, placing items, the coffee machine, and probably some additional appliances or decorations. Everything is within easy reach—I might just have to turn around, but never walk far. Do you really think that’s not enough? I see many kitchens nowadays where entire runs of cabinets are replaced with tall units, leaving only an island in front that also needs to accommodate the sink and cooktop. Calling a total of about 5.8 meters (19 feet) of countertop “tiny” seems a bit of an exaggeration to me.
Where is the dishwasher located? The draining board seems to be to the left of the sink with the dishwasher underneath, which is unusual and old-fashioned. Also, you always work in the dark because the light is behind you, with a dark countertop and dark backsplash. Take a look at the whole setup in daylight—it’s like night and day.
The floor plan would be interesting to see.
The floor plan would be interesting to see.
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hampshire26 Feb 2020 10:28It also works perfectly well without a dishwasher and without a draining board in our 2+2 person household. Teamwork after meals: washing, drying, putting away. It works.
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