Here is the design done by architect . . however after thinking it over, I don't think this is a big enough kitchen for me considering how much I cook and we want to entertain.

I also included a couple designs using the space that I came up with, but most everyone on other forums are telling me it's inefficient and to post here where the kitchen gurus are! =)

We are a family of 4 (kids ages 2 and 6 currently), this is our forever home and I would like to plan ways to grow with the home. I am struggling with how to make it work for the following:

1) Easy access/bar for kids to cook and do homework with me

2) Space for us to sit as a family without it being along a bar

3) The ability to add/expand seating for parties

At this point I am just considering going back to designer and asking for more space . . What this space doesn't do for me is 1) I would like entrance to pantry to be off kitchen, not hall 2) Space for large separate fridge and freezer 3) No double ovens (not a deal breaker, but in my forever home . . it would be nice.

thoughts?

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