I’m an “open concept” space kind of gal with certain likes and dislikes. In a fantasy world I’d love two galley kitchens or a kitchen with two islands, one with a prep sink and extra dishwasher.
I don’t like family or guests to see dirty dishes from the dining area. I want the kitchen area to be visible so guests can talk to me when I’m finishing dinner. Sometimes they can help, especially if the dinner is designed for that or for kids.
Kitchens in multi-million dollar homes and regular kitchens in Texas are big, and dysfunctional. I’m not into big as a concept. Form follows function and I’d rather have as few steps as possible between stove, sink and frig.
A view helps. Some condos place the sink and prep space looking toward a blank wall. I prefer that space to see the mountains or water.
Those who just want a big kitchen rather than a functional one, means they don’t cook. That’s fine and if you want your personal chef in the back of the house that’s OK too if he/she and your kids agree. I cook and am proud of some of the lofts and condos we’ve lived in for making semi-functional kitchens.
Our kitchen is small and nearly functional but we had to use the “tech center” space as an open pantry. Yes, I’ve dinner service for 18 and a table for four. I had no room for food in my kitchen so needed to expand. Let the fantasy kitchen expand as well. Galley kitchen perfectly aligned with all necessary utensils, machinery and knives handy and a butler’s pantry with pastry bench. Add a door and bakers rack (I have one) to keep our food away from the dog.
See, we have issues but they are not insurmountable. In the end, I want a small, functional kitchen with good appliances (gas stove) in which I can interact with family and friends. An extra frig for platters, a chest freezer. OK a gal can dream, right? Cheers, Dee
Cooking with Dee 