Anyone do away with their kitchen table and extend their island??
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Comments (18)chefkev- The room will be 15'x20' combined with the island/table parallel to the long side. I am hoping to have a 72" table (without leaves) to fit 5 chairs comfortably. If I can squeeze some inches off this I will, since it will be made to my specifications. Each leaf would be about 2' long, but honestly I am only getting them so I have them. This house was not built for a 10' table!! I was wondering about the stool seating not so much for myself, but for resale. I probably just need to not worry about that since we are planning to stay at least 10 years. I am also working withthe zones idea as opposed to the traditional triangle. One of the biggest problems is that the most appropriate place for the sink (under the window) is impossible due to the main electrical panel being directly underneath it in th basement. I am trying to keep the range and main sink and DW on the original galley wall (to save on costs, and also for aesthetics), but that requires moving the fridge to one of the long walls, therefore cutting into the island/aisle space. This will only be a one cook kitchen, and therefore I don't think I need as much manuevering space as you, and I am small as well. However, I keep trying to fit everything I want and keep coming up with 33" aisles between the perimeter and the island, which I know would be a tight fit. It is all about give and take I have learned quickly. Hopefully I will have a completed draft that I am somewhat happy with by the end of the week that I can post. As far as DIY goes, I feel like we are pretty capable, but our biggest obstacle is that we have a 2 and a 5 year old. It will probably take us awhile longer than most DIYers (like WeedyAcres) to finish our project. And then of course there is the budget.... Thanks for the link- I am reading over that right now....See Morebi-level island
Comments (2)BTW...we recommend one-level counters here to maximize the usefulness of the counter. One-level counters offer a wonderful expanse of workspace for large projects such as baking, crafts, homework, science fair, gift wrapping, etc. Bi-level counters not only cut into available workspace (b/c of the need for a slight overhang on the working side of the island/peninsula), but they usually have very little space on the top level (when the top is 42" high). Remember, if you plan to eat at the counter, you need room for a plate...usually they're 10" to 12" in diameter...as well as "wiggle room" so the plate isn't easily knocked off the counter. Then you need drinking glass room out of the way of hands/arms/elbows, which usually means above the plate... It's up to you of course since it's your kitchen, but I wanted you to be aware of the pros/cons and think about what you'll be using it for and what will meet your needs/wants the best. Seating space and minimum overhangs recommended by the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA): Guideline 9: Seating Clearance 30" high tables/counters ("table-height"): 18" overhang Allow a 24" wide x 18" deep knee space for each seated diner and at least 18" of clear knee space 36" high counters ("counter-height"): 15" overhang Allow a 24" wide x 15" deep knee space for each seated diner and at least 15" of clear knee space. 42" high counters ("bar-height"): 12" overhang Allow a 24" wide x 12" deep knee space for each seated diner and 12" of clear knee space. Remember: These are minimums Here are a couple of threads discussing single vs bi-level counters and related topics: Thread: Tell me about your bi-level island Thread: Anyone do away with their kitchen table and extend their island?? [Contains NKBA recommendations for various aspects of islands and peninsulas]...See MoreAnyone Have a Dining Table coming off the island?
Comments (1)annakendo's kitchen has something like that. I think it looks nice: http://ths.gardenweb.com/forums/load/kitchbath/msg0221530014284.html I also have a houzz idea book with some island-table inspiration pics that might inspire you as well! Here is a link that might be useful: Houzz island-table ideabook...See Morekitchen table in kitchen--do we need island seating?
Comments (13)You need to decide how you want to use your space. If you want people facing you while you're prepping (if that's how you will use your island) but out of your way, get stools. If you'd rather not have people bugging you but still have them nearby, don't get stools. If people tend to bug you while you're in the kitchen anyway and you'd rather have them out of the kitchen, get stools. All of this totally depends on whether you have the space for it in the first place. The distance between our island counter and table is around 4'. Not enough space for back-to-back seating, but we like it so we make it work. We don't typically have people sitting in both spots except for big parties anyway. If you have less than that, it won't fit....See Moreweiss528i
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