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Measures and Numbers in Layouts

August 3rd, 2007 · Comments Off

-contributed by Celticmoon
Measures and space: How much, how far, how many inches… For every number there can be differing opinions.  NKBA says one thing, Silvers says another, so concensus is difficult on some points.  Here’s an imperfect summary of opinions. Consider it just a guideline.

 HOW FAR  BETWEEN COUNTERS (aisles & walkways)?
This always leads to different opinions here […]

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Beginning a Kitchen Plan

August 3rd, 2007 · Comments Off

-contributed by Celticmoon
When evaluating layouts for your kitchen, what matters most is whether the layout will serve you and yours, and serve the way you all are going to live in that kitchen. What works perfectly for one household would be a disaster for another. 
Things to consider include:

How many people will work food in the […]

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What are Zones?

July 31st, 2007 · No Comments

– submitted by celticmoon
WHAT ARE ZONES?
Zones are one way of approaching space planning in a kitchen. Essentially thinking about zones involves breaking down the kitchen into separate functions and considering each in turn in terms of its placement, appliance access, work counter space and storage needs. If you can get the work to function smoothly within […]

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