Awkward Kitchen Layout?
Michael
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Small awkward kitchen layout, help?
Comments (21)Here is a really quick sketch of a what kind of kitchen adding that space would get you: (The counter on the window wall is 30" deep. The counter on the range wall is standard 25" deep.) You now have a nice wide counter (and deep!) between the sink and range. That's the best location in a kitchen for prepping, and now you have a great big counter right there with a window over it to make it extra pleasant to work there. There's also a wide counter to the right of the sink for clean-up (loading/unloading the dishes) or snacking (using the dishes and the microwave) without disturbing the cook working at the primary prep counter. The counter to the right of the sink could also be used by a second cook. Here's a terrible mock-up of how much more open your kitchen would feel compared to the current plan:...See MoreAwkward kitchen layout
Comments (4)This reminds me of Miranda Kerr's multi-million dollar beachfront Malibu home with pool, hot tub, pond and waterfall. She spent a small fortune renovating the interior and landscaping around 2015 but left her relatively small, galley kitchen layout the same, I guess because it was too boxed in to do much without encroaching on other spaces. Your kitchen looks bigger than hers, but you'd still have to start knocking down walls to do much differently with your layout as far as adding an island with walkaround or seating clearances, so as the previous poster commented, your goals and scope for a renovation would be helpful if you'd like further suggestions. Here are a few links to see Kerr's house, both before and after renovation, very light white and bright, might be too colorless for some: Malibu house before photos Several photos of the renovated kitchen More views of renovated house but without kitchen photos...See MoreHelp with Updates to Awkward Kitchen Layout
Comments (1)I need a to scale floor plan and without that there is no way to know what will fit where. There is nothing very special about the cabinets and I would not save them but get a good kitchen design and new cabinets . But before doing anything you need to get more lighting into that space . LED pot lights and in 4000K and lots of them.Once you close off the garge entry how will you unload groceries? IMO you need a good interior designer with kitchen experience too. Post the floor plan with reference to the surrounding spaces , make sure all measurements are clearly marked along with doorways and windows.THis space needs a real overhaul....See MoreHELP AWKWARD KITCHEN LAYOUT REMODEL
Comments (8)Do you have the original plans to the home? I agree with cpartist to look into moving the gas and water line and moving down the garage door a few feet. close off the hidden back door to create a much larger ensuite. the wall with garage door, you will have a line of storage cabinets, fridge and stove and the window wall will have the sink. the wall with the sink you can definitely create a laundry area but you may have to give up some kitchen and bathroom space...See MoreMichael
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