What's wrong with existing layout it looks pretty good from here.

I don't think there's much wrong with it as-is, but there are more experienced folks here and I'd like to get feedback to consider prior to meeting with the cabinet designer

I like Mama's suggestions, and the only thing I'd add is to consider changing the swing of the Pantry door -- so that it opens out -- and rests on the wall shared with the word "Pantry." I like having hooks in my pantry (for aprons and such), so I'd put hooks along the wall that the original swing of the door rests against (the wall shared with the mud & laundry). But that's all totally personal preference! :-D

@mama goose_gw zn6OH thanks so much for the feedback. We actually considered all of your ideas in your first set. In our current kitchen the "pinch points" are when someone needs to throw something in the trash/recycle while my wife is cooking, hence why we wanted the trash/recycle on the end of the island outside the work triangle. The other thing we encounter on a regular basis is the kids getting drinks or items from the fridge during cooking/prepping/serving. We thought having the fridge on the outside of that bank of cabinets would reduce the crossing of paths. I do agree that having the fridge more aligned with the island would help for loading/unloading items to the island. That's something we need to think about.......

The second layout would add more space to the dining area, and that would be great. Unfortunately we're too far along to make that large of a change.

@One Devoted Dame we considered a pocket door for the pantry, but decided against it. I don't think the wall on that side is long enough for the 3' door to swing fully in that direction...

What about a saloon-type door? With a double-acting hinge, or whatever it's called? lol

I like having the trash pull-out below the primary prep space, but if your kids save all their trash until Mom is busy in the kitchen ;), you could put it to the left of the range. It's not too far from the sink, and it's still convenient to fridge. Use a cabinet the same width to the right of the range. I hope you are using all drawer bases.

@mama goose_gw zn6OH thanks! This is a lakehouse, and when mom's cooking there are usually family and friends all hanging out with her. That usually includes the need to toss an empty "soda" can in the trash, grab another from the fridge, etc. ;)

We are at the stage where framing is complete and windows ordered. We have flexibility on electrical and plumbing locations, but the timeline is short at this point.