Planning a moderately sized kitchen renovation; considering the arrangement of the sink, refrigerator, and stove, along with aisle widths and storage areas within certain limitations. Seeking out established designs and potential compromises. What’s the best triangle when moving walls?
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When moving walls, aim for the kitchen work triangle: sink, fridge, and stove spaced 4–9 ft apart each, with a total perimeter of 13–26 ft, and keep aisles 42–48 in wide for smooth movement and storage access.
When moving walls in a small kitchen, aim for a compact work triangle that is the sink, stove, and fridge each at least 6 ft apart, with a total perimeter of about 13–18 ft to keep movement efficient without crowding.
When moving walls, aim for the work triangle: sink, stove, and fridge spaced 4–9 ft apart each, totaling 13–26 ft. Keep aisles 42–48″ wide for smooth flow.
If space is tight, prioritize sink–stove proximity and use galley or L-shapes with compact storage to maintain efficiency without crowding.
Hey, a best triangle in your kitchen is all about where you put the sink, fridge, and stove. Think of them as points making a triangle. Just make sure each side of that triangle isn’t too big or too small!
The work triangle concept is a fundamental principle in kitchen design, aiming to optimize the layout for efficiency and workflow.
Sink, Stove, and Refrigerator. The work triangle connects these three primary kitchen stations. The goal is to position them in a way that minimizes walking distances and creates a smooth workflow.
Keep sink, stove, and fridge in a compact work triangle 4–9 ft apart each, unobstructed.