don't get stuck by the perfect triangle idea. it is a guide not an edict. the triangle can be asymmetrical. or so distorted it becomes a line. i do not recommend breaking up the counter with the fridge, it is badly placed, you will be disappointed.

There is always a "triangle" formed by the lines between the three points of 1) sink, 2) cooktop and 3) refriderator, with one exception. Here's a link that helps explain the theory: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kitchen_Work_Triangle

Here is another that really talks about the details and the measurements, which I think is worth the time it will take to read and understand. http://starcraftcustombuilders.com/kitchen.design.rules.htm

Personally, I like to have the refrigerator to the left of the sink. I don't know if it is because I'm left handed or because that is the way my current kitchen is configured and I have become accustomed to it.

Good Luck!

By the way, your drawings are way too small and light to read. And I would not want the refrigerator in the way and breaking up a counter top either.

I do not have a triangle in my kitchen. I have the sink and refrigerator as in your picture, and the stove is on an L to the left of the sink. I moved the refrigerator from its original position across from the sink because it was blocking traffic, though it made a perfect triangle.

While a kitchen triangle is the gold standard, it isn't 100% required. People have been cooking for centuries with not always the most ideal cooking environments. Even in modern times, sometimes even one of the appliances is in another room. Not ideal, but it doesn't stop us from doing what we have to do. Your kitchen is nowhere near that extreme.

I assume if you move the fridge to the left side of the sink, you will then be moving the stove to the refrigerator's previous location. (I can't make your prints large enough to actually read them.)

If its necessary to keep everything on one wall for plumbing, wiring, cost or other issues, it's really okay. This is common in loft environments. Here's a pic:



In the picture above, the fridge is camouflaged behind matching panels.

And here's another:



Yes. Kitchen planning principles exist for a reason, but the limitations of your space as well as your own personal preferences also come into play.

By the way, if you're getting a new fridge, and you move it to the left of the sink, make sure it hinges on the left side. Most refrigerators are made to hinge on either side so your existing fridge might be fine. Just thought I'd mention it ...

It is desirable to have the triangle if dimensions allow. It looks better and functions more efficiently.

The drawings are too small to see clearly. Is there a dishwasher? If so, keep the fridge at the end so you can open oven, fridge and dishwasher and still have room to stand at the sink. If that means no triangle, so be it.