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Kitchen - Odd Layout

15 days ago

I would like to bring this kitchen format into more of a triangle format, with the cabinets on the left side of the kitchen. The cabinets and floors need replacement, and I also want to install a Vent-A-Hood. Because of the window placement and shape/dimensions of kitchen, I'm having a really hard time visualizing what to do. I would greatly appreciate any insight and hope to hire a pro for detailed sketchwork/schematics.

Comments (8)

  • PRO
    15 days ago

    We need a fully measured floor plan with dimensions. Graph paper and pencil is fine

  • PRO
    15 days ago

    We need to see the wall with the range and the fridge. Post those pictures.

  • 15 days ago

    You will get fantastic advice once you post a layout with measurements. Be sure to note the height off the floor where each window starts.


    Would be helpful to know:


    Are you willing to put in new windows so you can run cabinets in front of those?


    Do you still want the dining area there?


    Are you willing to change the size of the archway opening?


    Do you want to keep the flooring delineation where it is, or move it?

  • PRO
    15 days ago

    Floor plan please done to scale on graph paper to make it easier. Show every window, doorway where those lead and every measurement clearly marked nothing in the space except an x where the plumbing is if not able to be moved . Questions we ask answered here in comments . Post the drawing in jpeg format here in a comment.

  • 15 days ago
    last modified: 15 days ago

    do the low slung windows face the front or rear of property ? It would be wise to plan a removal of the double hungs near the stainless cart. I would not hesitate to close up that part of wall as you have other windows . you need something to work with / explain more and provide measurements.

  • 14 days ago

    To echo others, we need a fully-measured layout. Also, a sketch of the entire floor the Kitchen is on would be very helpful. Below is an excerpt from the "New to Kitchens? Read Me First!" thread (the Featured Answer) that describes what we need and some questions that will also help:


    Please post a fully-measured layout of the space under consideration and a sketch of the entire floor. Both can be either hand-drawn, computer generated, or drawn up with computer/app tools.

    By "fully-measured", we mean a layout with the widths of each wall/window/door/doorway and the distances between each wall/window/door/doorway labeled. See a sample below. If something cannot be moved or changed, label it precisely on your layout (see post in sample) and tell us why it cannot be moved/changed -- we may have some ideas for you.

    The sketch of the entire floor lets us see how the Kitchen relates to the rest of the home. It doesn't have to be to-scale, but it should accurately show how the rooms relate to each other and should include all interior & exterior doors. In addition, it will help us see how traffic flows in, around, and through the Kitchen. Label the front entry and family entry. The family entry is usually a garage or side entry, but it might not be. It's helpful to know which door you use to bring in groceries.

    Regardless of how you draw it up (by hand, computer, etc.), please be sure all measurements are labeled. (Note: Computer generated layouts often lack key measurements and, sometimes, measure to/from things like the middle of a wall or the middle of a window. Neither are useful. Measure each item and the distances between each item.)

    Other questions...

    • Tell us about you and your family and how you plan to use your Kitchen. All-adults? Empty Nesters? Children (now or in the future)?
    • What appliances (& their sizes) do you plan to have?
    • Where are you flexible? Can walls/windows/doors/doorways change (move, change size, add, delete)?
    • Do you have a basement under the Kitchen or are you on a slab?



  • 14 days ago

    Include how high off the floor the windows are.