Update to the 6 & 10 Rule: It only applies when the 1/3 - 2/3 Rule of Cantilevering applies (1' can cantilever over 2' of cabinets). If your slab is 2 cm, you can have up to a 6" overhang without support. If your slab is 3 cm you can have up to a 10" overhang without support . If you are using a pony wall or cabinets with a depth of less than 2 times the depth of the overhang, then you need to provide support to equal at least 2/3 of the total depth of the countertop. . Thank you Joseph Corlett, LLC for the additional information!

* does my flooring need re-doing? (basics need addressing first) * can I/should I remove any walls to improve views/flow/function? * consider varying countertop heights to accommodate different chefs (dh is 9" taller than me so our island will have counters 2" higher than standard). * consider using a water filter that doesn't require a separate tap for more streamlined look (like 3M Full Flow Drinking Water System) * consider building in an inexpensive countertop microwave using a "trim kit" (micro can be below-counter for those who want it to be less visible) * consider beautiful light switches and outlets if they are highly visible on backsplash (like Adorne pop-out outlets and switches, or Rejuvenation retro dimmer push-button switches, etc.) * consider smaller appliances in a small kitchen: Kitchen Efficiency Comes in Small Packages * consider a banquette (linear or "L" shaped, not "U" shaped) for an eat-in kitchen for wow-factor, focal point, comfort, space efficiency, and additional storage in below-seat cabinets * consider kitchen curtains - they're due for a revival :) ...creates a focal point, adds texture, can be easily washed, allows introducing colour/pattern without the commitment of the tiled backsplash * in a tiny kitchen, consider the amazing ideas of the 1920s Frankfurt kitchen - that kitchen uses 18" deep base cabinets along the main storage wall (and itsallaboutthefood gives a great tip above about using bathroom vanity cabinets for that) * consider avoiding cleaning nightmares like upper cabinets that stop short of the ceiling. some cabinet door designs are not fun to clean either. * consider avoiding a corner base cabinet by having a regular cabinet in the corner face "the other way" when there's a peninsula (for infrequently used items * if you have an undersink trash pullout, consider a shallow mesh drawer above the bins for scrubbies and sink accessories - they can air out and drip right into trash This post was edited by feisty68 on Mon, Feb 24, 14 at 16:56

I started my organizing subs. For example: HVAC - humidifier? Zoning, thermostat location, AC condenser location... Electrical - outlet locations (exterior, closets, mantles), 220v outlets (electric car, air compressor, welder), exterior lighting strategy Plumbing - roughed in bathroom downstairs? garage drains? exterior spigots/foot bath? Utility sink? What were all of my hopes and dreams for each "category" Organizing needs/wants took a lot of time and attempts. Beware of someone claiming to "know it all" and "oh yeah we do everything perfect you'll get all that and everything will be fine". You need to "beat a dead horse" and make sure you get it right. Will you want a lit mirror in your bathroom? Heated tile floor? Hardwired data connections where you need them? Some things can be solved after the fact, but not every "I wish I would have" is a cheap fix A broader check list for most construction is more like: Framing, rough openings, door heights, window size/location Electrical (security, data, low voltage) outlet locations etc. Decide what light fixtures you want or recessed lights Roofing starts - pick your shingle color... that will depend on your siding color and bricks/stone and hardscapes... Plumbing rough-ins, including all floor drains, water locations Central vac, radon mitigation, future chases, misc PVC Insulation goes in and covers all that ^ up... Brick/stone and siding start, hope you have those colors correct You go light fixture shopping then start to second-guess your decisions on Electrical from #3 Sheet rock starts, decide on wall/ceiling paint colors etc... your builder should provide you with a gantt chart or something similar for these though Or I could just tell you to go ask your architect and be super duper helpful

Without being there it is difficult to tell exactly where the “parking area” should be...but the turn-in area i should be wider ...so entering is easy from both directions.... another parking option would be too just widen the road in front of the house so people could just pull in ...and park facing the house....with a defined walkway to the house...and a nice border separating the parking from the lawn area