Vintage Kitchen plan (partial cross post)

10 years ago

This is the elevation plan for the main wall of my kitchen in our new summer home. I am going unfitted. The colors are only approximate stand ins based on what I could cut and paste in Word.

Here is my before:

Here was what my GC sent. My heart sank, it was really had to imagine from this image!

And here is my crude mock-up

TWO NOTES: 1. I don't show a range hood yet, still looking for a simple yet retro one
2. For reasons too complex to go into, it will not be as crowded as this looks... there is more room between the end of the run and the door then shown.

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juddgirl2
10 years ago
Your plan looks much nicer than the "before" picture and your GC's plan. It's adorable! I love the range, and the skirted sink, as well as the furniture style cabinets on the ends.

Your plan shows a wider space between the two windows though. Are you moving the right window over?

This post was edited by juddgirl2 on Fri, Nov 22, 13 at 1:32
oldbat2be
10 years ago
Mtnrdredux, I haven't read all of your posts, so you may already have answered this. Do you have enough landing space around your ovens/cooktop? The picture makes it look as though you wil be crowded. I have a 48" cooktop and 9" SS flanking both sides and I use all the real estate regularly.
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mtnrdredux_gw
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10 years ago
Juddgirl,
The kitchen is gutted and the windows are all new, and can go wherever I want to put them and be any size. I chose them to match the width of the sink.

Mtn,
Yes, I think so. Esp since the range is a 6burner. In 2 prior houses I out a griddle over the center 2 burners, and I tended to gravitate toward using that as a landing area. I don't really cook with 6 (or even 4) burners, in a vacation home especially. However, the drainboard to the left could be used, as well as the table to the right. The table will be custom made so I can put whatever I want on top.
mermanmike
10 years ago
I am following your plans closely because I love unfitted kitchens. I think your plan looks beautiful. Have you considered putting a larder cabinet in there for extra storage? I found a 1700s armoire at an antique shop a few years ago that I have sitting in my shop waiting for the time to refinish it--I know I will use it one day in an unfitted kitchen as a larder.
bicyclegirl1
10 years ago
I wish I could give you help with your layout, but I'm not good w/ that part. I had to get help here for my own layout! And it was great help!

I love what you're wanting to do. I especially love your inspiration picture - The Oyster Catcher house. I have that saved as one of my own inspiration homes, not just the kitchen! When you finish with yours, please post pictures as we'd all love to see how great it looks!
fouramblues
10 years ago
It looks charming! But the skirt right next to the oven also looks very scary to me.
mtnrdredux_gw
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10 years ago
Fouram,
As I mentioned, for reasons too complex to go into, this mock up understates the amount of space there will be between items. All of the items have a total dimension of 15 feet and the wall is approx 20 feet. Moreover, as the appliance guy reminded me, we hang dishtowel on ovens regularly.

Bicycle, yes, that is a beautiful home, I agree. I already got some layout help; I used to have a fridge on this run until someone pointed out it would block the traffic to the butler's pantry!

Thanks, Merman Mike. There is a built in hutch on the opposite wall of the kitchen, and a pantry closet next to it, and a Butler's Pantry with extensive storage between the K and the DR (and the DR has a built in china closet, too). So I am pretty well set for storage with what is there, just not shown.

BTW, don't know if you recall, but I am using the Shaker Table you recommended for my kitchen dining table. Thanks!
fouramblues
10 years ago
Oh good, I thought the extra space was going at the end of the run.
pricklypearcactus
10 years ago
Your rendering looks fantastic! I'm really excited to see how your project progresses.
bungalow_house
10 years ago
Looks great to me. I'm so glad you posted the link to that kitchen...it's pretty much what I'm working on in my little old kitchen too. Keep us posted!

This post was edited by bungalow_house on Fri, Nov 22, 13 at 14:10
lavender_lass
10 years ago
I love the windows! The only thing I would suggest is to add a small cabinet with butcher block, between the sink and range. Maybe with a plate rack above...and a few coffee mugs hanging below. Just an idea :)
{{!gwi}}From Kitchen plans
GauchoGordo1993
10 years ago
Why 42" range? Seems out of place to me. Specifically, I think the ratio of counter space to cooktop surface is too low. Not to mention those things cost a small fortune, so I'd never buy one unless I was convinced I needed it, but then some might call me cheap :)
mtnrdredux_gw
Original Author
10 years ago
Thanks, Prickly and Bungalow.

Lav,

Hmm, now that new layout wrinkle is interesting. I need to think about that!

As for the plate rack, I will have two plate racks in the Butler's pantry (where i have a second sink and a d/w). So I actually expect the BP to be the primary storage for all dishware, cups, and glasses, since it serves both the K and the DR. I expect we will eat mostly in the DR since it has the direct ocean view.
lavender_lass
10 years ago
I always like to have a few plates and mugs, right next to the range. Handy for tea and a quick snack :)

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