Kitchen Design Feedback New Build
Darrin Ross
3 years ago
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Kitchen - new build appliance package - feedback?
Comments (6)We loved our front loader LG washer and drier in our previous home. I ended up with GE profile set for this one, because I got a deal too good to pass up. That said, the control board on the GE washer went out after ony 10 months and thankfully was still under warranty. I ordered a Bosch 500 series dishwasher from AJ Madison yesterday. I thought long and hard about upgrading to Miele or the Bosch 800 plus series, but there were so many good reviews for the 500 series and it seemed a much better value. I looked at the Ascenta line and was willing to spend a little more to get a full stainless steel tub and a third rack. You may not want to go with Bosch's entry level line as I have read that they are not as well made, but who knows! Good luck on the build....See MoreFeedback on kitchen for new build
Comments (29)buehl: Now that I'm looking at your design on the big screen instead of my phone, there isn't enough space next to the fridge for ovens. I can't pull that wall out any further, we're already over our goal square footage. And almost all of the increase has come into the kitchen. ;) mrspete: Thanks! I've spent a lot of time looking at mudrooms and I'm downright giddy at the thought of getting some of that crap out of the middle of my living space! Right now we have one tiny overstuffed coat closet so everyone (me included) just drapes them over the railing. You make a good point about food and light, but I really like the thought of a window in the pantry and I'm definitely not willing to give up any space. I have an obscene quantity of kitchen stuff, put foods up, and shop in bulk. I want to minimize what's stored in the kitchen and maximize pantry use. I'd also like to boot the microwave (which we don't use often) to the pantry so again, natural light in there would be nice. I have kids so I never store cleaning supplies down low. All I need in the half bath is under-sink storage for tampons & extra toilet paper. I could conceivably shift all the doors "down" but then that sends the fridge to siberia with the oven. I've had a hundred people complain about the laundry closet, but I don't get it. We don't do anything in the laundry room except wash & dry. No folding, no hanging to dry. We always fold in front of the TV. Sure, if the square footage fairy came to visit I'd take it, but we've got to cut back somewhere and this feels like a good place. The venting is something to be aware of and it's on my list of things to discuss with the builder. Additionally this won't actually be the w/d location for the next 10-15y. It'll be upstairs with the bedrooms (in another closet!) Actually I doubt we'll ever close the bathroom door. Probably just the door to the master. Based on current habits. The pocket door would likely to get more use in the short term when that's a playroom/craftroom. I'm considering the swap. I think it would give my architect a heart attack to lose the windows in the BR, though. Plus as a craftroom lots of windows and natural light would be really nice. Thanks so much for all the feedback! It really helps to have people who will talk this out endlessly. :D...See MoreNew Construction Kitchen Design Feedback
Comments (18)Your kitchen arrangement is very similar to mine. The width between my cook top and my sink is 38 inches. I love it. One step to cook a meal. One of the things to think about, if this is a retirement home, could you have mobility issues at some point in the future. You want to be able to cook while taking the fewest steps possible. My kitchen was designed this way because I have had a spinal cord injury. The comments about landing space are correct especially next to the stove. I opted for a refrigerator and then freezer drawers over by the stove. The other thing I have which I LOVE is column pull outs next to the stove and oven. I can then store oil, seasoning and things i use at the stove and oven. One thing I did not understand was the coffee maker. If it were me, I would put the coffee maker and a prep sink in the Bakers pantry or perhaps adding a bar area/butler’s for the living area where you can have another prep sink. I have both a bakers pantry and a butler’s pantry and it really helps if you entertain. While my house is not modern, hopefully the photos and my comments will help you with your project. The pro’s on here always have good ideas - but my one disagreement is the sink opposite the cooktop because it’s not an issue if you have another prep sink....See MoreNew build. Looking for feedback on kitchen/dinette layout.
Comments (6)Take a typical 3.5 ft wide table and you‘re left with 7.5 ft from the 11 ft and if you split that into 2 then you have a little more than 3 ft in each side to get around the table if placing it perpendicular to the island. So there is no room. If turning the table the other direction you can have a max length of 6ft if you have 4 ft on each side of the table to pass or if using 3 ft it can be 8 ft or a 6 ft table with a shallower cabinet. Depends on how many you want to seat. Also what is the height of the windows where you want cabinets?...See MoreDarrin Ross
3 years ago
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