In order to design a custom kitchen, we need to know a series of concepts and references that will help us plan the distribution of furniture with respect to each person's needs .
In order to design a kitchen, first of all we need to know the measurements of the room . Once we have these measurements, we could begin to propose the design taking into account the client's needs and ideas.
To make a correct design for any of these types of kitchens, we must take into account a series of rules so that the proportions are appropriate with respect to the size of the room.
In a kitchen, there are three key areas in the kitchen, known as the work triangle . These areas differ from each other by the specific functions that are performed in each:
So that the kitchen is proportioned and can work well in it, it is recommended to form a triangle between the three areas , where each vertex of the triangle leads to a work area. On the other hand, it is recommended that each side of the triangle measure between 120 and 270 cm , so the sum of its sides should be between 400 and 790 cm . To have freedom of movement, it is important that there are no obstacles within the perimeter of the triangle.
In the case of having facing furniture or a kitchen on two fronts, there must be a minimum distance between both fronts of 120 cm . Keep in mind that a person transporting any type of household items needs between 80 and 100 cm of width to be able to do so comfortably.
In the event that the triangle rule cannot be complied with because the kitchen has a single front, there must be free countertop spaces between the cooking, washing and storage areas.
It is recommended to leave a space of about 50 cm on each side of the ceramic hob or cooking area and 60 cm if the washing area is close to the cooking area.
Once the aspects that specifically apply to each type of kitchen have been detailed, we will continue with the generic measures applied to all kitchens as a whole, regardless of the type.
The height of the lower plinth should be between 7 and 15 cm.
The countertop is usually between 0.8 and 2 cm high.
The height of the kitchen furniture will depend on the height of the person who will use it. In general, countertops are usually placed at a height of between 90 and 100 cm .
The depth of the base units and kitchen columns is usually 60 cm , however, the depth of the wall units will be between 30 and 40 cm with a length of between 70 and 90 cm high, situated 1.5 m from the floor and between 60 and 50 cm from the countertop.
In small-sized kitchens, it is not recommended that the cabinet doors be wider than 40 cm to avoid hindering passage.
The vast majority of appliances have a depth of 60 cm ; However, there are refrigerator models that can even be 90 and 100 cm deep.
The oven should always be less than 80 cm from the floor to avoid discomfort when working, but it should be high enough to prevent children from using it.
The dishwasher should be as close as possible to the sink and should be left between 100 and 120 cm to facilitate its opening and not interrupt the flow.
When installing the extractor hood , you must follow the manufacturer's instructions, but it is generally located about 60 cm from the ceramic hob.
It is advisable to install a lighting system with zonal contrast under the tall furniture, since in this way we can avoid the presence of shadows created by the ceiling light.
It is advisable to place household products in a drawer close to the cooking area .
It is not advisable to place drawers in corners : It is always a better solution to place folding doors or storage spaces adaptable to the space.
Place a dishwasher or oven perpendicular to a wall, as access and maneuverability would be complex.
