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Kitchen has 2 levels

4 years ago

Hi All, any ideas of what I can do with this space? The kitchen has a step down and the lower level has patio doors to the deck. Any ideas of what kind of table or other furniture would look nice there in that little lower area in front of the doors? Thank you :)

Comments (14)

  • PRO
    4 years ago

    First, I’d stop thinking of it the kitchen and start thinking of it as the sunroom. A sunroom doesn’t have to be kitcheny in use or decor, so loveseats on each end, drink tables, plants, etc. and if it were mine I’d probably wallpaper the drywall walls and ceiling.

  • PRO
    4 years ago
    last modified: 4 years ago

    Dimensions would be good. Looks too shallow to dine.

    I'd put a couple very comfy reading chairs out there and call it a day.

    Add art, a rug, that will withstand foot traffic in and out: )

  • 4 years ago

    Family size and whether or not you have other eating space near the kitchen, would be other good information to add to the dimensions.

  • 4 years ago

    depends on things like budget and need for specific use etc . I Like the side on left for a banquette or similar w furniture meeting that goal of seating w table.

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  • 4 years ago

    Im curious if both or one glass panel slides open. if only one panel slides open, is it okay to treat the non-slider as wall space, i.e. place a piece of furniture there?

  • 4 years ago

    "Im curious if both or one glass panel slides open"


    No, that door will be a right side (from in) opening only.

  • 4 years ago

    I would put seating under both windows and a counter top structure with barstools on the lower side and on the kitchen side with shelves in order to put glasses and wine bottles etc. use the extra space as an entertaining area before going out to the terrace…lucky you to have all that extra space to fit your needs

  • 4 years ago

    A small bistro table and 2 chairs to the left, on the right a loveseat and small hassock for feet or a tray to hold drinks(not at the same time), all scaled to fit. Another option to the right would be a beverage refrigerator and cabinet, window sill height, for items you may want to serve on the deck.

  • 4 years ago

    Nope, the refrigerator and cabinet would need to be on the left dur to heating element. Missed that earlier.

  • 4 years ago

    I can’t quite tell, but it looks like the windows might be too low for an under-counter beverage fridge. We do need dimensions.

  • PRO
    4 years ago

    Looks like it would make a nice keeping room. How you furnish it is up for discussion. Looks like it might be wide enough for a small loveseat and table on the left side and perhaps a chair and small side table on the right side.

  • 4 years ago
    last modified: 4 years ago

    Whatever you do, be sure to highlight the level change in some way. A piece of furniture backed up against the step would be an easy way. Otherwise, it‘s an ankle-breaker. Just call me Grace. 😣

    Looks like a lovely little room. Embrace the outdoor views.


  • PRO
    4 years ago

    I agree about the level change and if you truly want help we need a to scale floor plan of the whole space including the kitchen . Also what you want from us , a kitchen design or just some ideas for this space .

  • 4 years ago

    Thanks everyone! These ideas are so very helpful. It sounds like I’ll be able to make it a cozy spot. Sorry I didn’t post the dimensions. I just bought the house and don’t live in it yet. I’ll make sure I have the dimensions on hand for the future :)