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If there\u2019s one lesson we\u2019ve all learned by now, it\u2019s the fact that the kitchen functions as the hub of the home.\u00a0 From spacious luxury designs to compact starter plans, this area becomes the focal point of every house. If you still question the necessity of a large, open kitchen, just observe what happens the next time you have a group of people at your home.\u00a0 Invariably, everyone insists on gathering in the kitchen.\u00a0 In fact, as more and more homeowners decide to eliminate the formal living room and<\/em> formal dining room, the kitchen truly becomes the center for entertaining.<\/p>\n

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Plan Number 56504<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The design of smaller kitchens involves the challenge of creating an open layout while maintaining adequate counter work space and ample upper cabinet storage. \u00a0One of the key elements involves a plan that directs the traffic flow around the kitchen and not through it. \u00a0In addition to the kitchen being the focal point of every home, it also often doubles as the \u201ccommand center.\u201d \u00a0With this 1400 sq. ft. design, the daily routines of paying bills and organizing activities takes place in the adjacent \u201cResource Center\u201d with dedicated space for a desk, computer and file drawers. \u00a0The conveniently located \u201cdrop zone\u201d provides special cubbies for mail, keys, cell phones and all of the other items that are typically \u201cdropped\u201d on the kitchen counter creating clutter and taking up valuable space. Adding to the efficiency is a space-saving \u201cpantry wall\u201d with a combination of open and closed shelves.<\/p>\n

Traffic flow throughout a home always proves important in the placement of furniture and the overall feeling of spaciousness. \u00a0This consideration becomes even more critical with the location and layout of the kitchen.<\/p>\n

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Plan Number 56531<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

While this 2400 sq. ft. design utilizes an open concept for the kitchen\/dining\/family areas, note that the kitchen is actually recessed into an alcove. Thickened walls and headers create cased openings that define each of these areas while maintaining the open feeling. \u00a0Directing traffic \u201cby\u201d the kitchen but not \u201cthrough\u201d the area provides a secluded cooking and working space while still allowing guests to feel as though they?re in the kitchen. \u00a0The island provides additional room for food preparation along with an informal dining table.<\/p>\n

Although the windows in the dining and family areas allow views towards the side and rear yard, it?s the triple windows over the sink that fill the kitchen with natural light. \u00a0Conveniently located adjacent to the kitchen is the laundry area and a pantry.<\/p>\n

In many homes, the kitchen also doubles as the place to sort mail, pay bills and store cookbooks and recipes. \u00a0However, this design has incorporated a \u201cResource Center\u201d where these daily tasks can be organized. \u00a0With windows overlooking the backyard, this space becomes an ideal spot to organize the household while watching the children play. \u00a0It?s easily accessible and yet secluded from the open view of guests.<\/p>\n

Credit:\u00a0Larry W. Garnett, FAIBD<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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