Browse Forums Kitchen Corner 1 Apr 22, 2012 5:47 pm Re: Which kitchen would be more practical? 2Apr 22, 2012 7:19 pm U shape gives you more bench space, people can raid your pantry and fridge without getting in your way at the stove, if that is a window/ sliding door on right wall, (pic on left) that would be a nice feature re light and views if they are good. if west facing..FORGET IT. brick it up. Re: Which kitchen would be more practical? 3Apr 22, 2012 8:01 pm kiwi U shape gives you more bench space, people can raid your pantry and fridge without getting in your way at the stove, if that is a window/ sliding door on right wall, (pic on left) that would be a nice feature re light and views if they are good. if west facing..FORGET IT. brick it up. It's just a window same as on the other picture which will be facing north-west direction. Re: Which kitchen would be more practical? 4Apr 22, 2012 8:07 pm I have a nor west window in my kitchen, in summer the window is protected from sun because we have a bedroom wing in the way but in winter I get afternoon sun and love it. which plan do you like better? Re: Which kitchen would be more practical? 5Apr 23, 2012 12:03 pm In my opinion for practicality, would be the pantry and fridge next to each other. Though, you really need to consider your own cooking style and what would suit you the best. Jen Built our house, time for decorating! Am trying to get around to updating our blog.... things have been a bit crazy! http://the-story-of-our-house.blogspot.com The HIA contract, in the term & conditions section states that "Commencment" is deemed when the drainage is started or the piers are dug or the slab is formed up (incase… 2 6150 Thanks mate. Yeah good points! Leaning towards Option 3 to get a bit extra space in the cabinets but not going too crazy high (and expensive). Would require a mini… 13 39464 |