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The work triangle of old is far more sophisticated now days, these days we prefer the zone system – these are:

Keep the dishwasher away from the oven and hob – often when the meal is nearing completion we want to clear the prep utensils just as the hob and/or oven is at its most intense so keep them apart.

Try never to put dishwashers in a corner – sometimes in a small kitchen this is unavoidable otherwise we end up leaning over the door to empty it and we often want to access the cupboard the dishwasher door is in front of.

The minimum distance between 2 work surfaces is 1.0 metre, ideally 1.2 metres if at all possible.

Always try to get all the tall elements on the one wall/elevation in the room, this always looks and functions best. So find the wall (often this needs to be the longest) where all the tall items need to go, these are the Fridge, pantry and wall oven and any on bench pantry’s if required – never go around a corner with tall units if at all avoidable – it looks poor, functions poorly and physically makes the kitchen feel smaller.

To keep the design functional and aesthetic, here are some of the design rules we apply:

Storage Zone – for the food – these are the pantry and fridge ideally in most situations, these should be together.

PreP Zone – Where we prep the meal ready to cook - this is the sink, integrated bin and dishwasher. Usually the sink is in the middle of these.

Cooking Zone - The area where the hob and oven are, and needs to have good pot/pan storage adjacent. Also access to storage for bowls and dishes.

Serving Zone – Where meals are served up – needs to have cutlery, everyday plates, serving utensils and bowl’s within easy reach – ideally near the kitchens entrance and/or nearest to the dining area.

CleanuP Zone – It all needs cleaning up and putting away – it should be easy to get rid of the waste (bin and sink) rinse and load the dishwasher. You need to be able to put away Cutlery, Plates and drinking glasses and cups within 1 at most 2 easy steps from the dishwasher the pots/pans can be a little further away.

CornerS are ineffiCient – if unavoidable then minimize these.

Symmetry always looks good and functions well.

the PreP area iS CritiCal – if at all possible keep this between the sink and the hob. Keep as much separation as it is practical between these.

keeP the lineS SimPle - try to avoid the “Manhattan skyline look” by having the wall unit lines stop and start or change the height back and forth - the mi kitchen range is designed to assist here.

Now you have your room measurements you are ready to design your layout.

Here are a few pointers to get you started.

You will need to download the unit list off the website.

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Firstly you will need to make a list of the appliances you are replacing and what sizes they might be? Any design has to start with the appliances – most every kitchen has to have them – If you don’t have these check the website section “See how to ChooSe my aPPlianCeS”

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think of the kitChen aS a SerieS of workStationS:

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layoutsthe Single line kitChenVery basic, the single line kitchen is perfect for long and narrow kitchen spaces. It’s simple and, as far as kitchen remodels go, pretty inexpensive. While it does not utilize the Classic Kitchen Triangle its linear design still allows for ease of traffic flow. Counter space is at a premium. The one-wall kitchen design is not the best design, though. It can be improved with either the galley or L-shape kitchen design plans--provided kitchen area is available.

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The “L” design plan is not quite so popular these days, though this plan does away with the crowding problems found in the galley type plan. We still find the kitchen triangle, though in general the walk from oven to refrigerator is longer.

The option here is also for an L-Shape with an island – space if critical.

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Popular in New Zealand homes these best suit a square type space. Still probably the best all round layout from a functional perspective, not so aesthetic howvere this arrangement allows for much more worktop and cabinet space than the L-shaped design. The corner counter space can be used for on bench pantries and is often used for storing mixers, toaster ovens, and other small appliances.

The U-shape kitchen design plan can be thought of as a corridor-shape plan--but with a closed end. The closed end gives extra room for a range hood or a sink.

This arrangement maintains good workflow. NOTE: Sometimes if the “U” end is short (less then 1500 mm between the worktops) often a galley layout works better as this then eliminates the two inefficient corners and offers more drawer space and less hard to reach corners.

the galley Style kitChen With counters on both sides, the Galley style kitchen design is highly functional because it uses the classic kitchen triangle pretty well. This layout gives a bit more space for counters and cabinets, though crowding between the two main workspaces may be a problem. Still, the Galley Style Kitchen is a highly affordable and functional plan. This is because there are no corners Stone worktops are much more economical as fabrication is easier and no joins.

GETTING STARTEDDIY GUIDEGUIDE

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Draw a rough sketch of your room on the grid.

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Also mark the location of any electrical sockets and light switches in the same way as you marked the water pipes.

This is our DIY guide to start you on your way to getting your DIY designer kitchen.

First Job is to measure your room by using our grid planner to work on.

The grid is split into 100mm squares.

STEp 5Indicate which way doors open (show hinges side) and also if it opens in or out.

(see example).

STEp 4Now add windows and doors, marking the width from the edge of the trim and the distance from the edge of the trim to the corner of the room. Then measure the height to the underside of the window sills.

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Measure each wall corner to corner in millimetres at waist height and write this on the grid.

Draw the walls first.

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STEp 6Mark the exact location of the water supply pipes and the waste water pipe.

(distance from corner of the room).

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filler PanelS These can be used to cover gaps between cabinets and walls, ours our 120mm wide but can be cut to the correct size once all your cabinets are in. They are the same colour as your doors and drawers.You will definitely need them against a wall where you have a door opening.If you are not sure if you need any filler panels just give us a call .

end PanelSThese are used to cover the white cabinetry and match the colour of your doors and drawers

If you do need help with the design, give us a call to make an appointment at the showroom or at your home. If you do not live near the showroom, send in your measurements/plan and we will contact

you to discuss your requirements etc. We charge a small design fee of $150 or $250 for a visit to your site (Site visit on available in the Greater Auckland area only sorry)

There are six types of panels:

BaSe end Panel (fBe) – Finishing the exposed sides of base cabinets. Can also be used either side of a dishwasher or Oven??

wall end Panel (oe) – Finishing the exposed sides of wall cabinets.

Pantry end Panel (Pe) – Finishing exposed sides of pantry cabinets. This is only cabinet height and has a kickboard underneath it

tall end Panel (fe) – Finishing exposed sides of tall /pantry units and go right down to the floor. These are also used for the sides of the fridge wall cabinet.

Servery Panel (SP) – Finishing the exposed backs of the island cabinets.

kiCk BoardS – Hides the feet of the base and pantry cabinets, between the floor and base of the cabinet -

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