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Please review my design

11 years ago

Looking for a more industrial looking kitchen. Don't think the style of the ceiling cabinets fit...or maybe its the handles....some thing just isnt working for me and I can't put my finger on it...upper cabinets make it look too busy? Kitchen designer put n all drawers as per my request but not sure if the sizes are right.

All cabinets are what and island likely a darker ash brown.

kitchen is 16 X15 and island is 3'6 X 8'6. Ceiling is 9'


Comments (7)

  • 11 years ago

    I agree with MG that the door/drawer style looks more traditional. Also, upper cabs arent very industrial. Especially with the crown pieces shown. Have you considered metal open shelving instead of the upper cabs? Industrial usually incorporates shelves for items used daily.


    Also, I agree with MG that your layout could use a little tweaking to make it function better. After all, industrial kitchens are all about function!

  • 11 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago

    When you say industrial, do you mean contemporary industrial?
    I agree with mama goose \- this looks very traditional, and in my personal nomenclature for industrial (which might not be yours) \- I would get rid of the molding on the top cabinets (actually, no decorative molding anywhere unless it was very simple), throw in some flat doors (slab?) on some of the cab/drawers, and go very dark on the lowers to contrast.
    Maybe open shelves instead of uppers if that is bothering you? Stainless shelves?

    (eta - Weaver and I had the same idea at the same time!)

  • 11 years ago

    The space above the refrigerator seems unfinished. Are the drawers deep enough for what you want to put in them? Have you thought through the process of where to put all your kitchen supplies/equipment along with how you use these things?

    Diane

  • 11 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago

    I think it would help to add some upper cabinets to the sink wall (horizontal above fridge) a double upper (with horizontal above) to the right of sink.

    The range wall seems crowded. Adding hood, I would try larger cut outs on each side and single upper, with horizontal cab above. I did one side, but running out of time...so you'll have to imagine the other side. (Have to get back to work)

    Also....a prep sink for the island would be a BIG improvement on the layout. This keeps traffic from cutting between sink and range, the way you have it drawn now.

    Just a few ideas. I think finishes will help it look more modern. And shiny stainless appliances! I have always liked this picture...but it's more of a modern/traditional mix :)

  • 11 years ago

    Open shelves on the sink wall might help--most industrial kitchens have often-used items within easy reach. And you might consider stainless steel for the island or clean-up counter--maybe with an integrated sink.

  • 11 years ago

    I agree re: cab style. what are the widths of drawers on either side of stove? I'd probably prefer wider drawers next to stove for pots/pans.

    prep sink would help since you have to cross a walk way to fill pot/empty pot of water as shown now.

    more ideas possible with answers to questions asked above.