Quirky appliance garage and spice pullout (pics)

14 years ago

I am still not a huge fan of that appliance garage and pillar, but it is growing on me. Now that it is finished, I do appreciate that it hides away three appliances.

View into the kitchen, appliance garage at end of counter:

Front-on view of the appliance garage:

Appliance garage open. Note that the granite countertop notches into the garage, without a seam:

Front view of the spice rack pullout, fit into a small space next to dishwasher:

The spice rack pulled out. Great storage space in a small niche:

FYI, countertop is Typhoon Bordeaux.

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swspitfire
14 years ago
Love the appliance garage. When I was planning my space I was considering one but decided I did not have the room.
Yours looks great!
I have a similar spice rack. Not in use yet. (just installed today)

And ofcourse typhoon bordeaux is magnifique!
annkathryn
14 years ago
Nice job having the granite fabricated so that you didn't need a seam. What was it like having it installed? Did it have to be eased into place at an angle?

Beautiful granite & cabinets!
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What if you did a blind corner pullout instead of the 15" cabinet & super susan to the right of the range? (See link below) You could have the cabinet people make the cabinet front into a faux set of drawers to visually match the drawers on the left side of the range to get your symmetry. The door would be hinged on the right and open toward the sink wall. My Mom did this in almost the exact same scenario at the corner (- the faux drawer front) & it works great. Then you could also have a bigger spice pullout next to the sink. We have a large spice pullout (15" wide & 3 tiers) & it holds our salt, pepper, cooking oil, non-stick spray, flavorings, spices, sprinkles, etc. I don't think they called it a spice pullout though--maybe an undercounter pullout pantry? Ours does have a faux front with a drawer over cabinet look to make it symmetrical with the other side of the range. I would see about changing the exterior of the spice pullout to look like a cabinet vs. a column as there is no matching column on the other side of the sink which makes it look awkward & out of place to me. Unless you're going with a large D-shaped sink, I would be tempted to eliminate the cabinet on the end of the sink run, slide the DW down to the end & enlarge the sink to a 36" base that would allow for a very nice size double sink. Overall, I really like your plan. Hope this helps! Here is a link that might be useful: Blind Corner Pullout
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I wouldn't worry about refrigerator landing space on the counter, most likely you'll use the island no matter what you have on the wall run. I was so careful to be sure I had adequate landing space next to my refrigerator & wall ovens only to discover in the day-to-day work I actually prefer landing space in front of both! In my case, I have two peninsulas...one across from the refrigerator and one across and to the left of the ovens...they're the counters I always use! However, I would definitely not move your range & MW Hood any closer to the refrigerator...you need adequate work and landing space on both sides...the more the better. Personally, I like to see at least 24" on one side and 36" on the other...21" is pretty close on the left....don't go any smaller! You have a lot on the right...and in the perfect place...b/w the sink & the range. Now that I know there won't be seating in the range aisle, I think you have a very functional layout that also looks nice aesthetically. What I'm saying in a round-about way is, (1) you like symmetry, (2) I think you have enough landing space in front of the refrigerator by using the island, (3) you also have plenty of counter & workspace already....so....stick with your original plan of a 9" tall pullout. If you don't, you may regret it later b/c of the lack of symmetry.
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CORRECTION: I'm sorry to confuse anyone by posting my not-most-current layout in pictures 1 and 2 (still has my old idea of my gorgeous copper hood). --> I have 5 windows and my sink is centered on the middle window. In the 3rd picture (of me at the sink), you can barely see the left sconce between my most left window and the 2nd window. I think I didn't have the current layouts saved in Shutterfly to grab/post here. -- In case anyone wants to the right side of my layout: scroll to 2nd picture. Amanda's not finished pix of hood wall Had to go w/ 42" Kobe hood instead of my gorgeous copper (blowers, etc just didn't work/fit). Amanda
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How often do you throw away your old spices? Heat really destroys subtle flavors and storing them next to the stove is not the best idea. I tried having my spice rack next to the oven and it was convenient but I could taste the flavor deteriorating. Most (but not all) of my friends and family could tell there was a difference taste in the cooked food. Be honest with yourself about how sensitive you are to taste before making a decision. If you have spices in your cabinet that are a few years old and you still use them - you probably wont notice any difference regardless of where you store them. I store them in a drawer like lascatx. I used mailing labels to print spice names that I place on top of the jars to make them easier to find.
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plllog
14 years ago
I think the garage looks great! I assume the pillar is holding up the ceiling, so you had to have it there anyway, and it's a great way to be able to have the toaster and coffee near the seating, which is optimal, while not having them out on the island, which is more optimal. :)
jterrilynn
14 years ago
Nice inventive appliance garage and it looks very great in your space. I donÂt mean to highjack your post with other questions but you have the same door style and a very similar stain to what I have picked out for my future kitchens base cabinets. Could I ask you your stain color and wood used? It looks like cherry with Cordovan & Sable glaze? It is hard to tell with my eyes and monitor.
Thank you!
katsmah
14 years ago
I really like your appliance garage. I wasn't even thinking about having one, but now I'll try to see if I could fit one in like you have. They did a wonderful job with your granite.
dvdre
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14 years ago
jterrilynn: That's more or less a medium cherry with an ebony wash on the cabinets. (And it is very nice.)

plllog: Nope, that pillar is for design purposes only. It does not hold up anything. Our designer, who correctly called very other decision, felt it was needed to anchor that peninsula. It's not an island, and the ceiling squares off. The dropped ceiling was needed for plumbing reasons.

On the grainte: The fabricator had never seen a notched in job like this, but was game and did a great job. A seam would not have been a big deal really, but he did it according to the design.
jterrilynn
14 years ago
Lovely looking, and thank you dvdre!
vampiressrn
14 years ago
I am so glad you posted pictures of your appliance garage, as I am seriously contemplating one in the future. I love yours...very unique. Your spice cabinet is great too!!! Congratulations on your beautiful kitchen, :-)
MariposaTraicionera
14 years ago
They both great! I would never have thought of that.
nosreip
11 years ago
I love love love your paint color!!!!! Could you please share what it is! You have great taste! Also cute kitchen garage!
ellabee_2016
11 years ago
I think your kitchen designer was onto something; the pillar provides a comfy psychological barrier from the living room area without actually closing it off. I'd feel pretty exposed working at that sink without it -- and the chance to keep the counter clear is an excellent bonus. Beautifully done by your fabricator.

Have fun cooking away!
Candace
3 years ago
I love your appliance garage. Can you point me in the direction of where to get the hardware for it. My cabinet guy has never created one, so trying to help him out as much as I can. Any advice would be SOOO appreciated!!!

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