Need ideas for kitchen layout

6 years ago

last modified: 6 years ago

Hi. We are remodeling our kitchen in our 1940's house, removing the wall between the galley kitchen and dining room to open up the space for an eat-in kitchen. We want a peninsula where the wall used to be, and banquette seating by the windows for the view. So, I would love some feedback on

a couple things as this is all new to me --

1. Location of the refrigerator and cooktop/range. The photos show the layout I have come up with so far. I originally did not want the cooktop/range in the peninsula because I didn't want the prep space broken up, but I've decided I want a 36" induction cooktop or range. With the flat induction surface, I think I can live with the cooktop facing out/open space. Should the cooktop be in the middle of the peninsula, or more off to one side? Was thinking it might be better closer to the wall to have nearby cooking staples (salt, pepper, oil) on the counter near the wall, but I think it will be too cramped to have the cooktop close to the frig. Any thoughts would be appreciated.

2. I know that there are very few 36" induction ranges. Has anyone used the AGA 36" Induction Range? Wolf is too expensive, even though it is beautiful. ARe there any other options? Do you see a way that I can have a cooktop and wall oven instead of a range-- cant figure out where I would put the wall oven? Are there issues with installing a wall oven under an induction cooktop?

3. What is a good depth for the peninsula? This is showing 48" deep (cabinets should not go to edge of counter so barstools can fit under)

4. Right now, I have about 70" between the sink and stove. Is that too far? The existing kitchen is 60" and with multiple people in the kitchen, it is a tight squeeze.

5. Downdraft vent -- what brand and models work well?

(FYI - the model is not perfect -- should have overhang on peninsula for barstools, etc. That is the correct peninsula depth that I'm considering)

Thank you for your help!

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Aglitter
6 years ago
What is behind that door? Also, what are the dimensions of the long wall with the door on it? Looks to me like you could have a more traditional L-shape with island and island seating if you re-worked this plan and especially if something different could be done with the door or closet or whatever that is, but even keeping the door I still think you could have an island that wouldn't be too narrow.

No, you should not put a "wall oven" underneath a range top. Use a stove. With your space limitations, I do not see that you have comfortable room for separate wall ovens and a range top, but anything can be done with effort.

Secondly, it would seem that you don't do much cooking as most avid chefs wouldn't choose an induction range, yet you are wanting a 36"-wide version which is oversized for most residential applications. There's a reason why there aren't many induction ranges available in that size. Look up EMF radiation and induction for starters, and also be aware that the process of induction can cause pots and pans to create buzzing noises which is an irritation to some people. Most active chefs would prefer gas.

Type of range aside, any ventilation that you install there is not going to work as well with the draft as if the range were installed against a wall. Furthermore, what you have is a safety hazard. People on the other side of that peninsula may be injured by heat or accidental contact with the range. A peninsula is a bad place to put a range if you have any other option.

You want suggestions on a downdraft vent system that works well, and there isn't one that meets both those descriptions at the same time. You will want ducted, overhead ventilation against a wall for the best extraction. If you don't do much cooking, then downdraft will be fine for boiling eggs or whatever.

To get the best input, Houzz contributors will likely be asking you for a layout of the space with dimensions noted on all sides.
jck910
6 years ago
My first suggestion is to get a kitchen designer (not the cabinet salesperson).

Second the refrigerator does not work in the middle of that wall.

Third: all that seating at the peninsula and table is redundant and taking up valuable space

Peninsula should be depth of cabinet + 15" overhang for stools. Yours is too deep
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