Recommended Countertop/Cabinet Space

5 years ago

Hi!

We are designing a modern kitchen with Ikea cabinets and we are a bit stuck on the height between the countertop and the above wall cabinet base. If that makes sense?! Our first thought is 18 1/2 inches however a designer recommended possibly 20inches. Any advice please?

Thank you!

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5 years ago
I think the norm is around 50 cm.
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5 years ago
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