Kitchen layout advice please!
Blah1
5 years ago
I’ve been to Howdens who have mocked up this kitchen for me. However I’m not sure that I want the hob so close to the living area (cooking smells and extractor noise)...
I have thought about moving the fridge opposite the island and having the hob next to the ovens and a larder unit on the back wall. I’d also like to have some open shelves near to the hob or sink.
I’m very confused! Any ideas would be much appreciated. I must add that I don’t want anything on the island.
Thanks!
I have thought about moving the fridge opposite the island and having the hob next to the ovens and a larder unit on the back wall. I’d also like to have some open shelves near to the hob or sink.
I’m very confused! Any ideas would be much appreciated. I must add that I don’t want anything on the island.
Thanks!
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Jonathan
5 years agoI might also consider having a folding/sliding wall between the kitchen and the guest room so that you can use it as a flexible space. A fold down bed or a sofa bed would give you additional flexibility
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