ᐅ Kitchen in Shell Construction – Planning the Layout and Possible Window Modification
Created on: 10 Dec 2016 22:53
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AlexSaHello,
we are currently extending a small settlement house. A total of 35 sqm (377 sq ft) of living space is being created, divided between the living room with dining area and kitchen. The floor plan is finalized and the walls are already halfway built. Now I have started thinking about the kitchen design and have become uncertain about the planned windows. Before the window openings are probably bricked up on Monday, I would like to get some opinions.
Contrary to the plan, we want to install a 2 m (6 ft 7 in) wide double sliding door to create a semi-open area to the living room. The wall to the right of the opening is about 1.10 m (3 ft 7 in), on the left about 1.30 m (4 ft 3 in). Behind the 1.30 m (4 ft 3 in) wall will also be our dining area in the living room (the tall window will be moved 50 cm (20 inches) away from the wall).
So far, we have managed well with a kitchen of the same width (2.20 m (7 ft 3 in)) but 70 cm (28 inches) less in length. It is arranged in an L-shape, and on the left window side there is a cabinet with a depth of 50 cm (20 inches). However, the long edge currently has no window and the kitchen walkway is significantly narrower. We also realize that our expectations for a more modern and higher-end kitchen design have grown since furnishing it years ago with a mix of DIY store pieces. ;-)
For appliances, we need the usual cooktop (induction), a combined fridge-freezer (either standard size or possibly a wider model?), of course a sink (possibly a corner sink?), and we find a wall oven at a raised height very practical. Also, various small appliances including a microwave. However, we do not want a range hood.
Currently, I have a continuous countertop of 2 m (6 ft 7 in) width in some smaller areas and would like to have that again. It works well for baking together with my child and partner. Storage space beside the fridge, stove, and sink also seems practical.
The larger window faces west. At the bottom, there should be a fixed element of 30 cm (12 inches), with an operable sash above it. We are not yet sure if we want a countertop in front of it. Even if not, I find the fixed section useful so that when opening the window you don’t have to clear the whole windowsill (decorations, herbs, etc.). The planned window sill height is 90 cm (35 inches), but I have read that this is unfavorable with a 90 cm (35 inch) countertop height. What would be better?
There are only 53 cm (21 inches) of wall space on each side of the window. Is that too narrow? Would it be better to limit the window width to 1.01 m (3 ft 4 in) for less light but gain 6 cm (2.4 inches) on each side? However, that might only be necessary if I plan to place tall appliances like the fridge or wall oven at either side. Would 53 cm (21 inches) be enough for a countertop and wall cabinets? On the right side of the window, I imagine having countertop space with wall cabinets above. Large appliances would be more suitable for the short wall next to the opening. But does that even make sense in a 2.20 m (7 ft 3 in) wide room or is it too tight with countertop opposite?
The smaller window faces north and was mainly planned to see who is ringing at the gate, and to let in a bit more light. Contrary to the plan, we have already reduced it to 63.5 cm (25 inches) wall opening (I had even considered only 50 cm (20 inches), but my partner advised against it) and raised the sill height to 1.20 m (47 inches). Would 1.25 m (49 inches) or 1.30 m (51 inches) be better? Or lower with a fixed element here as well?
I have had several kitchen layout ideas in mind, but somehow the window always conflicts with the stove location. I don’t want the stove directly under a window. I find it practical if the sink is not too far from the stove and there is some workspace and storage space in between. But whether the sink is at the window or in the opposite corner, the stove ends up near the small window. Especially since I am imagining a continuous 2 m (6 ft 7 in) countertop. Should I have the window moved slightly? Or can I manage the kitchen layout sensibly with the window in the middle?
Should I give up on a wall oven in eye level for more workspace? Or give up on a possibly wider fridge plus immediate storage space next to it to place these right next to the doorway with the oven on the short wall next to it? Or would that be too tight next to it (1 m (3 ft 3 in) to the wall, countertop obviously planned there)?
Maybe you have some ideas?
we are currently extending a small settlement house. A total of 35 sqm (377 sq ft) of living space is being created, divided between the living room with dining area and kitchen. The floor plan is finalized and the walls are already halfway built. Now I have started thinking about the kitchen design and have become uncertain about the planned windows. Before the window openings are probably bricked up on Monday, I would like to get some opinions.
Contrary to the plan, we want to install a 2 m (6 ft 7 in) wide double sliding door to create a semi-open area to the living room. The wall to the right of the opening is about 1.10 m (3 ft 7 in), on the left about 1.30 m (4 ft 3 in). Behind the 1.30 m (4 ft 3 in) wall will also be our dining area in the living room (the tall window will be moved 50 cm (20 inches) away from the wall).
So far, we have managed well with a kitchen of the same width (2.20 m (7 ft 3 in)) but 70 cm (28 inches) less in length. It is arranged in an L-shape, and on the left window side there is a cabinet with a depth of 50 cm (20 inches). However, the long edge currently has no window and the kitchen walkway is significantly narrower. We also realize that our expectations for a more modern and higher-end kitchen design have grown since furnishing it years ago with a mix of DIY store pieces. ;-)
For appliances, we need the usual cooktop (induction), a combined fridge-freezer (either standard size or possibly a wider model?), of course a sink (possibly a corner sink?), and we find a wall oven at a raised height very practical. Also, various small appliances including a microwave. However, we do not want a range hood.
Currently, I have a continuous countertop of 2 m (6 ft 7 in) width in some smaller areas and would like to have that again. It works well for baking together with my child and partner. Storage space beside the fridge, stove, and sink also seems practical.
The larger window faces west. At the bottom, there should be a fixed element of 30 cm (12 inches), with an operable sash above it. We are not yet sure if we want a countertop in front of it. Even if not, I find the fixed section useful so that when opening the window you don’t have to clear the whole windowsill (decorations, herbs, etc.). The planned window sill height is 90 cm (35 inches), but I have read that this is unfavorable with a 90 cm (35 inch) countertop height. What would be better?
There are only 53 cm (21 inches) of wall space on each side of the window. Is that too narrow? Would it be better to limit the window width to 1.01 m (3 ft 4 in) for less light but gain 6 cm (2.4 inches) on each side? However, that might only be necessary if I plan to place tall appliances like the fridge or wall oven at either side. Would 53 cm (21 inches) be enough for a countertop and wall cabinets? On the right side of the window, I imagine having countertop space with wall cabinets above. Large appliances would be more suitable for the short wall next to the opening. But does that even make sense in a 2.20 m (7 ft 3 in) wide room or is it too tight with countertop opposite?
The smaller window faces north and was mainly planned to see who is ringing at the gate, and to let in a bit more light. Contrary to the plan, we have already reduced it to 63.5 cm (25 inches) wall opening (I had even considered only 50 cm (20 inches), but my partner advised against it) and raised the sill height to 1.20 m (47 inches). Would 1.25 m (49 inches) or 1.30 m (51 inches) be better? Or lower with a fixed element here as well?
I have had several kitchen layout ideas in mind, but somehow the window always conflicts with the stove location. I don’t want the stove directly under a window. I find it practical if the sink is not too far from the stove and there is some workspace and storage space in between. But whether the sink is at the window or in the opposite corner, the stove ends up near the small window. Especially since I am imagining a continuous 2 m (6 ft 7 in) countertop. Should I have the window moved slightly? Or can I manage the kitchen layout sensibly with the window in the middle?
Should I give up on a wall oven in eye level for more workspace? Or give up on a possibly wider fridge plus immediate storage space next to it to place these right next to the doorway with the oven on the short wall next to it? Or would that be too tight next to it (1 m (3 ft 3 in) to the wall, countertop obviously planned there)?
Maybe you have some ideas?
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