Hello,
We have a small kitchen and need to provide the installer with connection details soon, so we are forced to start thinking about the kitchen layout. Attached is our concept – honestly, we don’t see any other arrangement. That’s why I’m asking here for advice, criticism, and maybe even alternative options.
A few details:
- The kitchen is open to the dining/living area
- The refrigerator is already in place
- The wall behind the refrigerator is extra narrow to recess it by 10cm (4 inches) and save space
- A pull-out pantry would be nice
- A built-in oven is a must
- The passage between the refrigerator and the counter is 1.00m (39 inches)
- Access from the hallway through a sliding door on the hallway side
Questions:
- Is there a more practical way to arrange the oven, cooktop, sink, and dishwasher?
- Would it be better to choose an L-shape instead of a U-shape, or is the passage between the refrigerator and the counter too narrow? The U-shape would have the advantage of allowing drawers to be accessed from outside, i.e., from the dining table side.
Preferences:
- Induction cooktop
- A carousel for pots under the cooktop
- Stone countertop (budget is the main reason this might be the first item to reconsider)
Budget: 10,000 - 12,000 €
Thanks in advance!
We have a small kitchen and need to provide the installer with connection details soon, so we are forced to start thinking about the kitchen layout. Attached is our concept – honestly, we don’t see any other arrangement. That’s why I’m asking here for advice, criticism, and maybe even alternative options.
A few details:
- The kitchen is open to the dining/living area
- The refrigerator is already in place
- The wall behind the refrigerator is extra narrow to recess it by 10cm (4 inches) and save space
- A pull-out pantry would be nice
- A built-in oven is a must
- The passage between the refrigerator and the counter is 1.00m (39 inches)
- Access from the hallway through a sliding door on the hallway side
Questions:
- Is there a more practical way to arrange the oven, cooktop, sink, and dishwasher?
- Would it be better to choose an L-shape instead of a U-shape, or is the passage between the refrigerator and the counter too narrow? The U-shape would have the advantage of allowing drawers to be accessed from outside, i.e., from the dining table side.
Preferences:
- Induction cooktop
- A carousel for pots under the cooktop
- Stone countertop (budget is the main reason this might be the first item to reconsider)
Budget: 10,000 - 12,000 €
Thanks in advance!
Hi,
at first glance, I would also consider swapping the sink and dishwasher. This way, you have more counter space between the sink and the stove.
I would also remove the pull-out pantry cabinet, as they tend to be quite expensive.
I think a 1 m (3 ft 3 in) passageway is fine; it is just a passage.
However, it might be worth considering swapping the tall cabinet/oven and the refrigerator. When someone stands in front of the open fridge door, the passage gets blocked. In a private home, though, I find this acceptable. It’s not a restaurant kitchen with 3 chefs and 7 waiters moving around. Usually, at most 2 people are working in a home kitchen.
I think the budget is completely sufficient, but you probably won’t be able to afford a stone countertop with it.
Best regards,
Andreas
at first glance, I would also consider swapping the sink and dishwasher. This way, you have more counter space between the sink and the stove.
I would also remove the pull-out pantry cabinet, as they tend to be quite expensive.
I think a 1 m (3 ft 3 in) passageway is fine; it is just a passage.
However, it might be worth considering swapping the tall cabinet/oven and the refrigerator. When someone stands in front of the open fridge door, the passage gets blocked. In a private home, though, I find this acceptable. It’s not a restaurant kitchen with 3 chefs and 7 waiters moving around. Usually, at most 2 people are working in a home kitchen.
I think the budget is completely sufficient, but you probably won’t be able to afford a stone countertop with it.
Best regards,
Andreas
Just to give you an idea of what to expect regarding the kitchen furniture. 😉
I wouldn’t put the cooktop in the corner either, and definitely not a lazy Susan underneath. It’s better to place it along the left wall in the plan with a wide base cabinet with drawers. This has the advantage of more storage space. You can then shift the sink (if it doesn’t absolutely require a draining board) slightly to the left, which makes it easier to open the windows despite the faucet. It also provides you with more countertop space towards the peninsula.
sirhc schrieb:Nice, maybe, but probably expensive. Cabinets with pull-out organizers are recommended; they offer more storage space and avoid fragile fittings. Also, consider whether it makes sense to have to move several kilograms just to reach a small bag you need at the moment.
A pharmacist would be nice
I wouldn’t put the cooktop in the corner either, and definitely not a lazy Susan underneath. It’s better to place it along the left wall in the plan with a wide base cabinet with drawers. This has the advantage of more storage space. You can then shift the sink (if it doesn’t absolutely require a draining board) slightly to the left, which makes it easier to open the windows despite the faucet. It also provides you with more countertop space towards the peninsula.
Hi Yvonne,
ok, this is a slight/intended inaccuracy: 4 cm equals 1 meter, so 2.4 cm equals 60 cm (not 2.5 cm, which would be 5 squares). The distance from the door to the window is 3.00 m (9 ft 10 in), and the width is 3.40 m (11 ft 2 in), as indicated by the arrows. The style should be modern.
The refrigerator is 92 cm (36 inches) wide and 178 cm (70 inches) tall, with doors about 40 cm (16 inches) for the freezer and 50 cm (20 inches) for the fridge compartment.
Best regards!
@Neige
Thanks, although I find it hard to visualize some of the suggestions. I already assumed that having the pantry, the round corner unit, and a stone countertop would likely double the kitchen price quickly. Regarding the window, it’s worth mentioning that it only tilts around the “central axis” and is positioned well above the worktop.
Best regards!
ok, this is a slight/intended inaccuracy: 4 cm equals 1 meter, so 2.4 cm equals 60 cm (not 2.5 cm, which would be 5 squares). The distance from the door to the window is 3.00 m (9 ft 10 in), and the width is 3.40 m (11 ft 2 in), as indicated by the arrows. The style should be modern.
The refrigerator is 92 cm (36 inches) wide and 178 cm (70 inches) tall, with doors about 40 cm (16 inches) for the freezer and 50 cm (20 inches) for the fridge compartment.
Best regards!
@Neige
Thanks, although I find it hard to visualize some of the suggestions. I already assumed that having the pantry, the round corner unit, and a stone countertop would likely double the kitchen price quickly. Regarding the window, it’s worth mentioning that it only tilts around the “central axis” and is positioned well above the worktop.
Best regards!
You can take a bit from both.
However, it is important whether these are exact structural shell measurements.
Additionally, the distance and length of the window are very important, as well as the height and window sill height. I can’t read the measurements up there on my large screen!
You also need the exact measurements for the kitchen planner. Otherwise, there’s no point in starting the planning.
Regarding modern style: it’s not just about the facade, but also the cabinet setup. In a modern style, upper cabinets or storage space are often omitted. Sloped ceilings should be avoided.
So, a quick note: more tall cabinets? Wider cabinets? Drawers? Straight lines? Appliance setup?
Regarding the pull-out pantry cabinet, I completely agree with @Neige: I had it and never want it again.
However, it is important whether these are exact structural shell measurements.
Additionally, the distance and length of the window are very important, as well as the height and window sill height. I can’t read the measurements up there on my large screen!
You also need the exact measurements for the kitchen planner. Otherwise, there’s no point in starting the planning.
Regarding modern style: it’s not just about the facade, but also the cabinet setup. In a modern style, upper cabinets or storage space are often omitted. Sloped ceilings should be avoided.
So, a quick note: more tall cabinets? Wider cabinets? Drawers? Straight lines? Appliance setup?
Regarding the pull-out pantry cabinet, I completely agree with @Neige: I had it and never want it again.
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