Where to put ovens, hob and sink?
10 years ago
Hello!
I need some help! We are currently renovating/extending our house and have a great space for the kitchen however I'm stumped where to place the hob, ovens and sink for the best layout. And also unsure of what to do in terms of an island.
The space is reasonably large but because of this the island that's needed to fill the space is too large, in that I wouldn't be able to reach the middle of it to clean it if it was square. Because of this the only alternative I can think of is the one below. Are there any other alternatives I can't think of? Any feedback greatly received. :)
With the island being the shape below I'm also now stumped where to put the 2 built in double ovens in tall units, hob and sink.
As far as cabinets are concerned I haven't got that far other than I would like a bank of tall cabinets/appliances on the right although I don't see I can put the ovens over there as they would be too far away from any logical place to put the hob.
I don't think I can put the hob or sink on the right hand side of the island as this will be the walk way into open plan space. Likewise I don't think I can put either of them on the element of the island close to the doors of the playroom due to child issues.
If anyone can offer any thoughts it would be greatly appreciated. I have a builder on my case wanting details!!
Many thanks.
I need some help! We are currently renovating/extending our house and have a great space for the kitchen however I'm stumped where to place the hob, ovens and sink for the best layout. And also unsure of what to do in terms of an island.
The space is reasonably large but because of this the island that's needed to fill the space is too large, in that I wouldn't be able to reach the middle of it to clean it if it was square. Because of this the only alternative I can think of is the one below. Are there any other alternatives I can't think of? Any feedback greatly received. :)
With the island being the shape below I'm also now stumped where to put the 2 built in double ovens in tall units, hob and sink.
As far as cabinets are concerned I haven't got that far other than I would like a bank of tall cabinets/appliances on the right although I don't see I can put the ovens over there as they would be too far away from any logical place to put the hob.
I don't think I can put the hob or sink on the right hand side of the island as this will be the walk way into open plan space. Likewise I don't think I can put either of them on the element of the island close to the doors of the playroom due to child issues.
If anyone can offer any thoughts it would be greatly appreciated. I have a builder on my case wanting details!!
Many thanks.
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PRO10 years agoHi Jennie,
From reading, It seems like you have a good idea with what to do with the space. You're right with the right side being a little restrictive with what you can do... so in that case, we would suggest a run of units similar to the picture attached, less the appliances for safety, unless it were coffee machine, or something similar. This could be mirrored in some way on the opposite side (space/height permitting), allowing you to have the built in wall ovens.
I also agree that the hob/ovens should be over on the left side, this should definitely be the quieter side of the kitchen with regards to traffic. I wouldn't suggesting running the units down the entire wall though, it can be expensive (what ever your budget), plus it doesn't really allow the kitchen to have an end.
Traditional Hand Painted Stone Kitchen · More InfoWith the regards to the island, would you want a breakfast bar with such a space? Also, if you are looking at granite/quartz worktop, you'll need to bear in mind that they are only available to a certain size (3150 x 1400), some are slightly bigger.
I would include the sink on the island, probably with the hob to make it near the ovens... depending on the style you are looking at and what the island needs to do for you, we could have a few ideas that you could work with.
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