I would love some kitchen layout advice. I am attaching floorpans for my existing and the proposed floorpan. I want to get some input before we finalize. I am not crazy about the location of the refrigerator in the proposed plan and overall not sure about the layout of the appliances, but not sure what the best, aesthetic and functional layout should be given our space. I know that my architect is big on keeping the "triangle" intact. I have met with a couple kitchen places and have gotten different suggestions from each. One being to keep the refrigerator in the original location.

Some things to consider:

- We want an island to sit 4 people

- A larger window ~3x the current window or more windows in some capacity

- We are likely to go with a 36" range

- We want a kitchenette area

- How important is the view of the kitchen from the family room

- Would be nice to have a wet bar ("nice to have")

On a side note:

My husband likes the open concept but I am not crazy about it. Are there any suggestions for the connection between the family room and kitchen that would be good compromise to make us both happy?

Any suggestions on any component of the design welcome.

Thanks!

EXISTING

PROPOSED