Size of Space - Could you tell me the lenght and width of the space on this floor (from front windows in living room to back windows in kitchen)? Thanks. Love the whole space! »
Ben Herzog Hi, it is +/-14'-11" from the farthest edge of the fridge to the window wall x +/- 7'-9" from the edge of the island closest to us in the picture to the tiled wall behind the range.
LakeandMountainHome The walnut is gorgeous but might be hard to find. Have you considered Old Oak? It has a similar appeal and is rock hard for cutting surfaces. It can really take a beating. These are images from www.lakeandmountainhome.com. They can build a top for you as well.
nazzgirl329 Im sorry to be commenting on this so long after your original post-however, I just came across it and had to put my "two cents" in. I am in the process of building a summer home in Falmouth, on Cape Cod, Massachusetts. I am adamant about the stove going directly underneath a triple pane window because I am trying to take advantage of Western sun (a scarce resource where we live...especially during our long dark winters). That said, the builder and architect are both thrilled with this idea even though they have warned me about the constant cleaning. Remember, everything is a give and take. My plan is to place an antique metal tile (about 36" x 36")that normally hangs on the wall as art, against the window while doing any really messy cooking. When you're done, you can wipe it clean and put back on the wall! I'd love to hear what you finally decided to do!
lajd Hi nazzgirl329, I decided to go ahead with it and use a downdraft exhaust that raises from behind the cooktop. It will all be installed in just a few weeks. I think your idea of a metal tile is a great idea. I might try something like that if I feel the cleaning becomes too much. Glad to hear your builder and architect liked the idea....I think it's great to do things in non-standard ways! Good luck with your kitchen.
Ben Herzog Hi- Sorry about the delay! I sometimes don't see questions for some reason...
Range is 30" wide.
Counter from tall pantry to window wall is +/- 9'-9" (minus range)
Counter from end at dishwasher to tile wall is +/- 7'-9"
Herzog designed traditional kitchen cabinetry to fit in with the home's original decor. Inset doors, beaded face framing and butt hinges all pay tribute to an earlier style. Island countertop: WalnutCabinetry: CustomCountertops: CaesarstoneBacksplash: Subway tile from Ann Sacks
2. Measure your current kitchen work triangle (if you have one), and think about how much you'd need to add or take away for it to work more efficiently. Keep in mind that the lengths of the triangle don't have to be completely even. The shape of your triangle will differ depending on what kind of kitchen shape you have. Besides the recommended distance between the points of the work triangle, the most important thing to keep in mind is to make sure that the lines of the triangle aren't blocked by anything. Trash cans, islands and other kitchen necessities in the wrong place can end up making cooking harder.
Beautiful. Love the cabinets-- especially the understated use of glass and the judicious use of space to the ceiling. The color pops with the dark floors. Prefer drawers under counter to cabinets-- or at least pullouts.
Beautiful. Love the cabinets-- especially the understated use of glass and the judicious use of space to the ceiling. The color pops with the dark floors.