The kitchen design podcast. Episode 51 54 -inch wall cabinets ⋆

Episode 51

Paul Mcalary criticizes Tim’s design, advising against the use of 54 -inch wall cabinets and suggesting alternatives such as 36 -inch cabinets with 12 or 15 -inch cabinets and 3 -inch moldings. It recommends reducing the height of the cabinet to 8.5 feet for standard sizes, which could save significant costs. Paul also suggests repositioning the stove and the oven for a better design, using a wider hood than the stove and considering a built -in microwave. It emphasizes the importance of the symmetry and proper configuration of the cabinet. The conversation highlights possible cost savings and design improvements when opting for standard cabinet sizes and avoid personalized options.

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Initial Tim design below

Paul’s changes below

Action items

• [ ] Send a hand -drawn sketch of the revised design suggestions.
• [ ] Reconside the cabinet sizes, reducing the height to 36 inches with 12 -inch cabinets above.
• [ ] Replace the oven cabinet to the corner and move the stove closer to the sink.
• [ ] Explore a wider hood option, potentially 42 or 48 inches, so that it coincides better with the size of the stove.
• [ ] Check the drawer sizes and consider a 15 -inch cabinet for cutlery instead of 12 inches.
• [ ] Decide a base sink instead of a double blow sink.
• [ ] Explore the option to execute the countertop material in splashing for a seamless appearance.
• [ ] Determine the placement and integration of the microwave, either incorporated or in the countertop.

Describe

Height problems and cabinet design

• Mark Mitten questions the use of 54 -inch cabinets and suggests calling Paul McAlary to get better alternatives.
• Paul McAlary asks about the height of the roof, pointing to the height of 10 feet on the island and the height of 9 feet above the cabinets.
• Paul advises not to take cabinets to the 9 -foot ceiling, which suggests a 3 -inch molding so that the cabinets are 3 inches smaller.
• Paul explains that the 48 -inch wall cabinets are not standard often force customers to the expensive personalized cabinet brands.

Alternative Cabinet Heights and Moldings

• Paul recommends using 36 -inch cabinets with a 12 -inch cabinet at the top and 6 inches of molding for a more proportional appearance.
• It suggests using 36 and 15 -inch cabinets with a 3 -inch molding for a more contemporary and elegant appearance.
• Paul advises that the cabinets go to the sofitos, since this style was extinguished in the 1970s.
• The speaker 2 agrees with Paul’s suggestions and recognizes the need for a better design.

Brand and Cabinet brand design settings

• Speaker 2 is mentioned when using a free online tool called softcabinets for the initial design work and receiving a designer suggestions.
• Paul expresses his preference for Shiloh cabinets, but advises not to use 48 -inch high wall cabinets.
• Paul suggests reducing the height of the cabinet to 36 inches and 12 inches or 15 inches with a 3 -inch molding for a more profitable and elegant design.
• Paul points out discrepancies in the design, such as the placement of pantries and the need for more space in the counter near the stove.

Placement of countertops and appliances

• Paul advises to move the stove to a corner and create a breakfast or a wine bar in its place.
• It suggests moving the oven cabinet to a pantry in the corner and making the refrigerator incorporated with a panel aside.
• Paul recommends that the hood is broader than the stove for a more proportional aspect, since most kitchen designers do not know.
• It is advisable to use a hood of 36 inches or 48 inches so that the kitchen looks better.

Drawer and cabinet configuration

• Paul suggests that lower cabinets and upper cabinets align for a more symmetrical and visually attractive design.
• It recommends using drawers for lower cabinets under the stove to hide the bottom of the stove and the stove face.
• Paul advises breaking the cabinets in 18 -inch sections, 36 inches and 18 inches for better accessibility and symmetry.
• It emphasizes the importance of having drawers on both sides of the stove to facilitate access to cooking tools.

Measures and customization of cost savings

• Paul explains that 80% of the cost of a cabinet are the doors, so having doors faced in the back of the island is not significantly more expensive.
• He advises not to use 54 -inch cabinets, since they are expensive and look out of place.
• Paul suggests reducing the height of the ceiling to 8.5 feet to use standard 36 -inch height cabinets with 6 inches of molding at the top.
• He explains that the use of standard cabinet sizes of less expensive brands can save a significant amount of money compared to custom cabinets.

Microwave and appliances storage

• Paul suggests using a built -in microwave cabinet instead of having it in the countertop.
• He explains that custom adjustment kits are available for a microwave of any size and are relatively economic.
• Paul advises having a microwave incorporated with a expensive piece, since it can be expensive.
• It suggests using a speed oven, which is a combination of microwave and convection oven, to obtain more functionality.

The paper expectations and client of the designer

• Paul criticizes designers who simply regurgitate the client’s plan without offering professional advice.
• It emphasizes the importance of experienced designers who can provide valuable contributions and cost savings suggestions.
• Paul advises looking for independent cooking places that offer artisanal cabinets and have experienced designers.
• He explains that artisanal dealers often have more paid designers that can provide better value and competitive prices.

Final and next steps recommendations

• Paul offers to send hand drawings to help visualize suggested design changes.
• Advises to speaker 2 that it considers the implications of costs of using custom cabinets versus standard sizes.
• Paul suggests calling him again if the design progresses even more to obtain additional advice.
• The speaker 2 Thank you Paul for your ideas and accepts to follow up if necessary.

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