Ground Floor Kitchen layout dilemma

3 years ago

Big dilemma we’ve spent many a lockdown night debating over - new ground floor layout for kitchen open plan v part open plan. Currently in process of rear extension to make classic Victorian terrace into more spacious living space.
Adding just under 4m wide x 5.9m long with roof light on one side
Any thoughts on best way layout for new kitchen? Have given floor plan with open space and with under-stair pantry space, along with rough ideas debating. Original thought to have pantry under-stairs as galley lichen either side of new extension and have all open plan.
Then have been living with idea of centre island and part closing up open plan so can have fridge unit. Now spent this last week wondering if need to start kitchen from middle of the ground floor?
Totally stuck and needing to make decisions this month ideally before work starts!!!

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Haru Design
3 years ago
Hey Nick,

I've just quickly laid out how I think you could get the most out of your kitchen & dining extension.

Depending on how much storage you need, you can increase the units on either side of the kitchen area. As shown, you'll have a good amount in the base cabinets, island & potentially around the fridge area (shown next to the understair pantry).

The island grounds your kitchen & creates a relaxed vibe throughout. You can choose to wash your dishes on the island or cook your meals, both possibilities come with room for company opposite your task of choice & storage below.

We always suggest having your dining table closest to your outside views. Whether you're eating breakfast or hosting a dinner, looking out to a stunning garden is always a plus.

I've also marked a little bench with under-seat storage if you fancy a little kitchen reading nook.

Green: kitchen + island + fridge

Red: dining

Yellow: bench

Let me know if you need any more help on this, I'd be delighted to assist you in working out your design dilemmas before work starts on your extension.

All the best,

Rabia from Haru Design
Nick B
Original Author
3 years ago
Thanks Rabia for your thoughts. Like idea of keeping fridge and pantry close together.
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Always handy to have segmented areas in the kitchen! Happy to help :)

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