need help with kitchen design
garbo
10 years ago
option one has a wall and cabinets above the sink. option two has that section opened towards the family room. (unfortunately, the wall cannot open any further.) which design is better for everyday use, design, and resale value?
(to the left is the family room. towards you is the breakfast area.)
(to the left is the family room. towards you is the breakfast area.)
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Catherine Giesige
10 years agoI too prefer the more open design. I do believe, if possible, you should move the seating to behind the sink and widen this counter to accommodate. I have an island similar to yours and it would not function with seating inside the kitchen. We have seating for two on the end.
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