Hello everyone, I have a kitchen (new build) that is much larger than I really need. Trying to figure out the best layout is proving difficult due to the position of the windows which are all counter height... designers are saying it is difficult to find room for hob and large appliances with two large windows. The red kitchen outline in the drawing does not work due to the height of the window on the left (it needs a counter underneath it, because it is too high up not to have one). The measurements are 5.2 meters (17 foot) by 3.9 meters (12.7 foot) The smaller window on the right we have bricked up so we could have at least one wall free for tall appliances. Any advice would be so welcome... i need to decide this week as plumbing/electrics are due in. The hob cannot go under the window due to building regulations and I don't want it on the island either. Thanks in advance for any recommendations/comments etc.

Hi Fran.I think the hand-drawn design is fabulous as 1.You did not put a hob or tap in the island.....this in my opinion leads to lovely clean lines in a kitchen. 2.This design gives more space in a kitchen which is what you want. 3.I LOVE the wedge shape WITH seating. I saw one similar in a kitchen designed by Savvy Kitchens and loved it. 4. I noticedyou had drawn 2 little chairs and a little circular table also. Fab!! I love the idea of a seperate little zone near light to read/relax/enjoy garden view. Anyway...the best of luck with whichever plan you decide to follow.👍

I am building a house and below is the floor plans for the downstairs. The kitchen is along the right-hand side of the photo. I'm trying to figure out the best layout for this kitchen to function as a kitchen / dining area as well as a TV area, if possible. The current plan is to have a one wall kitchen and an island at the front of the kitchen (top of photo), a dining table in the middle, and then a couch facing the back (bottom of photo) wall. I'm concerned I'm squashing too much into one room. Are there any suggestions on how to maximise this space? In particular using that space just inside the door. I have quite a big family so would need to sit 6-8 at a dining table. I was considering having the dining table horizontal across the room but that might ruin the flow of it. Thanks.

Hi, I need help with my kitchen layout. As you can see the dining area is not centred to the window and the main kitchen door is opening in on it. Would a round table help resolve the problem? Or would a banquette against the window work? What would you do? For context the double doors are accordion doors to the living room that will remain open for the most part. I would be delighted with any suggestions please.